posted: Jul. 02, 2024.

On a sizzling hot day, there’s not much that makes us happier than heading to the water for a quick swim, some gentle laps, or even a rousing game of Read more

posted: Jun. 25, 2024.

Somewhere in a bathroom drawer or medicine cabinet, we all have one—that little plastic dental floss dispenser. And whether you use your floss every day (yay!), or have completely forgotten Read more

posted: Jun. 18, 2024.

Diastema is a medical term meaning “space between”—or what the doctor and our team less formally call a gap between the teeth. Such gaps are common for children as they Read more

posted: Jun. 11, 2024.

Remember hearing about George Washington and his wooden choppers? Not his tools for cutting down cherry trees, but his false teeth. Actually, George’s teeth were made of ivory but were so Read more

posted: Jun. 04, 2024.

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

posted: May 28, 2024.

As the field of dentistry advances and the use of technology in the field increases, the concept of minimally invasive dentistry has emerged. Preservation of a healthy set of natural Read more

posted: May 21, 2024.

“The purpose of all war is peace.” - Saint Augustine Fire truck sirens, baton twirlers, marching bands covering patriotic tunes, colorful floats, costumes, and millions of red, white, and blue American Read more

posted: May 14, 2024.

At Blue Water Dentistry, we know how tempting candy can sometimes be on our sweet tooth, but it’s important to remember that every candy and sugary treat you consume elevates Read more

posted: May 07, 2024.

Summer is almost here, which means a season full of vacations, adventures and great memories is just around the corner for our patients at Blue Water Dentistry. Everyone wants a Read more

posted: Apr. 30, 2024.

You take a sip of soda – and someone remarks, “That’s going to ruin your teeth!” Is that true? Is sweet soda the enemy of a healthy smile? The answer, unfortunately, Read more

posted: Apr. 23, 2024.

the doctor and our team at Blue Water Dentistry will tell you that dental infections can be very serious; sometimes, they develop into a life-threatening situation. Cavities are caused by Read more

posted: Apr. 16, 2024.

Earth Day began in 1970 as an event to raise awareness of our environment. What began as a single day in April is now recognized around the world to bring Read more

posted: Apr. 09, 2024.

Did you know that there are certain foods you can eat which help to clean your teeth? We call them "detergent foods." In dentistry we look at the impact of Read more

posted: Apr. 02, 2024.

What is oral cancer? April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month. If you have been putting off a visit to our HUDSONVILLE, Michigan office, now is an excellent time to schedule Read more

posted: Mar. 26, 2024.

Xylitol tastes sweet, but unlike sugar, it is not converted to acid that can cause your teeth to decay. It’s a naturally occurring sweetener found in plants, fruits, and vegetables; Read more

posted: Mar. 19, 2024.

The third molars have long been known as your “wisdom teeth,” because they are the last teeth to erupt from the gums – usually sometime during the late teens to Read more