Hear From A Patient Like You About Patient-Centered Dentistry

Are you looking for a dental practice that is more focused on the individual patient? At Ackley Dental Group, we believe in catering to our patients and ensuring they have the best dental care that will give them optimal oral health to enjoy throughout their lives. We sometimes see patients who are frustrated with the type of care that they have been given previously, feeling more like someone on an assembly line than a person. We give the same dedication to each and every patient. One of our newer patients gave a testimonial about her experience in our office. Click here to watch the video where she shares her feelings and experience with our team as a new patient.

4 Tips For Staying Relaxed At The Dentist

We recommend patients visit our office regularly to ensure they have optimal oral health. That can be challenging for patients who suffer from dental anxiety. No matter how you are feeling, routine dental care and receiving recommended treatments are vital to preventing complications and avoiding emergencies. Our team will do everything possible to help you feel comfortable while in our office, but there are some things you can do to help relax before and during your visit. Read on to learn more.

Can Your Medications Be Affecting Your Oral Health?

When you visit a medical professional, they may recommend starting medication. While you may be taking the medication to improve an illness, prevent a problem, or help with a long-standing medical condition, you may be causing serious harm to your oral health. We want to raise awareness of the many medications, prescribed and over the counter, that can have lasting effects on your teeth and mouth and seriously impact the future of your oral health. Keep reading to learn about two common side effects and get some tips to help your oral health:

Tips For A Healthy Summer Smile

Are you enjoying your summer? Summer is such a relaxing time for many. Schedules are lighter with school out of session, and some businesses become more lax during this time. One area that should not be more lax during the summer is your oral hygiene routine. This is particularly important for any children in your life. Unfortunately, not caring for your teeth now can lead to unwanted oral health issues in the future. Continue reading to learn some helpful suggestions for caring for your teeth this summer.

Get Fast Results With Teeth Whitening

Do you have an upcoming event this summer and would love to improve your smile? Or perhaps you are unhappy with the appearance of your teeth and would like to make a change. No matter the change you would like to see with your smile, we can help. Although there are a number of cosmetic dentistry treatments we offer, there is one in particular that can bring about the changes you would like to see before your next event. Teeth whitening is a popular, affordable, and fast treatment that can help you take your smile to the next level. Read on to learn more.

Looking For A New Dental Home? Hear A New Patient’s Success Story

If you are looking for a new dental home, we want to welcome you to Ackley Dental Group. We want all of our patients to feel welcome and comfortable while in our care. Visiting the dentist and receiving treatment can be difficult for many people. It can be even more challenging if you are experiencing dental issues that are causing you discomfort or changing the way you see yourself. We recently had the opportunity to sit down with one of our patients who, like you, was looking for a new dental home to help with her dental problems. Click here to watch the short video about her touching story.

Don’t Be A Statistic!

When was the last time you visited our office? If it has been longer than six months, we would love to see you! We know that this time of year is busy for many of our patients. With summer right around the corner, the end of school activities, sports, and time with family and friends is most likely taking up all of your free time. As busy as you may be, we want to remind you of the importance of making your oral health a priority. Unfortunately, neglecting your oral health can lead to serious complications now and in the future. In fact, there is one oral health condition that affects approximately half of American adults. You don’t want to be a statistic, do you? Read on to learn more about this common, yet serious condition.

Bad Habits That Can Harm Your Oral Health

At Ackley Dental Group, we want our patients to have optimal oral health. We know that some patients are at a higher risk of developing certain conditions, and others may experience a dental emergency from time to time. You might be surprised to learn that certain habits can negatively affect your oral health. While these habits may not currently be causing a problem, eventually you will see an impact on your teeth and your oral health. Habits that you may want to change include the following:

Help Your Teen Manage Their Dental Health

At Ackley Dental Group, we are passionate about the oral health of our patients of all ages. Since we typically see our patients only twice a year, we encourage you and your family members to maintain a regular oral hygiene routine at home to ensure your teeth are being cared for between visits to our office. While we know adults are more than capable of handling this directive, our child patients may need some extra help and direction from the adults in the home. Sometimes, problems can arise with teenagers, who are known for being reluctant to follow directions and may not make their oral health a priority.