Author: Anonymous updated: Aug. 09, 2022

It's a habit many people have and not only can it be annoying to the people around you, it can be detrimental to your dental health. Chewing ice is so Read more

Author: Anonymous updated: Aug. 02, 2022

Do you ever find yourself gnawing at your nails? Nail-biting is a very common and difficult to break habit which usually has its beginnings in childhood. It can leave your Read more

Author: Anonymous updated: Jul. 26, 2022

Quick trivia question: define “mamelon.” Some kind of warm blooded animal? No, not a member of the mammal clan, but good guess. A fruit of the gourd family? Nope! There Read more

Author: Anonymous updated: Jul. 19, 2022

With children undergoing developmental dental changes and engaging in rough-and-tumble activities, dental emergencies can sometimes arise. If your child knocks out a tooth or experiences any type of oral discomfort, Read more

Author: Anonymous updated: Jul. 12, 2022

Cosmetic dentistry is dental work that is used to improve the appearance of someone's teeth and smile. Over time for various reasons teeth may become unattractive and worn, most people Read more

Author: Anonymous updated: Jul. 12, 2022

There is no substitution for a natural healthy tooth. Dental fillings are intended to replace tooth structure and restore a tooth damaged by decay (a cavity) back to its normal Read more

Author: Anonymous updated: Jul. 05, 2022

School’s out and you’ve emptied your gym locker until next fall. But while you’re stowing away the football gear, the basketball warm-ups, the field hockey sticks, and all the other Read more

Author: Anonymous updated: Jul. 05, 2022

School’s out and you’ve emptied your gym locker until next fall. But while you’re stowing away the football gear, the basketball warm-ups, the field hockey sticks, and all the other Read more

Author: Anonymous updated: Jul. 05, 2022

School’s out and you’ve emptied your gym locker until next fall. But while you’re stowing away the football gear, the basketball warm-ups, the field hockey sticks, and all the other Read more

Author: Anonymous updated: Jun. 28, 2022

Every year, Americans all over the world celebrate the birth of the country and its independence on the Fourth of July. There are countless ways that people celebrate and they Read more

Author: Anonymous updated: Jun. 21, 2022

Since gum disease is one of the most common adult diseases, it’s no wonder the doctor and our team stress the importance of prevention. Effective brushing and flossing, regular dental Read more

Author: Anonymous updated: Jun. 20, 2022

For most of our Salem Oregon area dental patients the thought of implant placement surgery can feel overwhelming, however a huge majority of patients  say that the process was much Read more

Author: Anonymous updated: Jun. 14, 2022

Father’s Day is coming up, and, just in case your dad has enough ties, we have some gifting suggestions for you. Here’s a selection of gifts large and small tailored Read more

Author: Anonymous updated: Jun. 07, 2022

With the warmer and longer days here, we know many of our patients at David Willis will be much more active in the summer. Though most of our patients are Read more

Author: Anonymous updated: May 31, 2022

The electronic toothbrush has undergone several technological advances since the 1960s. Everything from design and bristle motions to rotation, oscillation, and sonic vibration has led to dramatic changes in this Read more

Author: Anonymous updated: May 24, 2022

Memorial Day is not only a federal holiday in the United States, but it is a day of observance and remembrance of those who died in service. Originally known as Read more