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  • Scheduling Dental Procedures When You’re Pregnant
    Pregnancy leads to so many changes in your body, so it’s no surprise that your teeth and gums are affected as well! Dental care is very important during these months, Read more
  • St. Patrick's Day
    On March 17, everyone has a little Irish in them. St. Patrick’s Day is a joyous celebration of Irish heritage. The holiday originated as a commemoration of Saint Patrick, who Read more
  • Good Nutrition Leads to Healthy Mouths
    At Holly Scott-Hetchler DDS, we know the most common oral health diseases are tooth decay and periodontal disease (or gum disease), and both are among the easiest to prevent. One Read more
  • Mouthguard Protection
    Let’s talk about mouthguards and night guards—two crucial appliances that protect your teeth and jaw. We could talk about how important a mouthguard is when you lead an active life. Mouthguards Read more
  • How to Handle an Unexpected Dental Emergency
    Regardless of the type of dental emergency you experience, it is important that you visit Holly Scott-Hetchler DDS for emergency dental care as soon as possible. A chipped or cracked Read more
  • The Transformation of Valentine's Day
    Did you know the actions leading to the beginnings of Valentine's Day were actually centered on the avoidance of war? A Catholic priest named Valentine defied the orders of the Read more
  • Are My Child’s Baby Teeth on Schedule?
    Your darling three-month old is crying and fussy—can she be teething already? Or, your happy baby boy has just celebrated his first birthday—with only one tooth in that beautiful, gummy Read more
  • What stinks?
    Spilling soda on someone’s white shirt, telling an off-color joke at an inappropriate time, or sneezing chewed food all over the dinner table all pale in comparison to the socially Read more
  • Timing Matters!
    Many patients at Holly Scott-Hetchler DDS are under the impression that harder brushing leads to cleaner teeth, but that is not true. Gentle brushing is just as effective, and less Read more
  • Dental Sealants for Baby Teeth?
    Perhaps you’ve heard your friends talking about dental sealants, and how well they prevent cavities. And as soon as your child’s permanent molars come in, you absolutely plan to make Read more
  • Mall Whitening: Why You Shouldn’t
    A shopping mall is a great place to get lots of errands done in one trip. Department stores, clothing boutiques, specialty shops? So many tempting options all in one place. Read more
  • The Benefits of Dentures
    Life becomes much harder after you've lost most or all of your teeth. Luckily, dentures restore your smile and your ability to eat easily. Our Lansing, MI, dentist, Dr. Holly Read more
  • Say Goodbye to Your Dental Stains
    Even the brightest smile can become duller over time due to food and beverage stains. Teeth whitening removes the stains that make you reluctant to smile and offers long-term results. Read more
  • Should You Consider Dental Veneers?
    Find out if these porcelain cosmetic restorations could give you the smile you’ve always dreamed of. Do you only notice dental flaws when you smile in the mirror? Does your smile Read more
  • Teaching Your Child Good Oral Hygiene Habits
    What your family dentist in Lansing, Michigan wants you to know If you have a child, it’s never too early to start teaching good oral hygiene habits. When you stress the Read more
  • Does Charcoal Toothpaste Work?
    Charcoal toothpaste is being touted as the latest tooth whitening alternative, but does it really make a difference? Dr. Holly Scott-Hetchler, your Lansing, MI, dentist, answers a few questions about Read more

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