Dental Infection Control Awareness Month at LAA
September is Dental Infection Control Awareness Month (DICAM) and Lane & Associates is excited to share our commitment to ensuring safety at our offices! The Organization for Safety, Asepsis, and Prevention (OSAP) is encouraging all dental organizations and dental staff to participate in this campaign with the goal of raising awareness, sharing infection control best […]
Defeating Bad Breath
We’ve all been there before, sitting in the middle of a job interview or a first date and realizing that our breath is far from minty fresh. Even when everything else is going perfectly, bad breath can be enough to ruin your confidence and turn a good experience sour. Why do we get bad breath, […]
Why Does the Dentist Take my Blood Pressure?
We’ve all been there. You sit down for your dental appointment, ready and prepared for a filling or crown, and then…the blood pressure cuff comes out. And we think, “What’s this for?” Read along as we get answers on why your dentists and dental hygienists check your blood pressure at your dental appointment. Why did […]
How Your Dentist is Preparing for COVID-19
What you can expect from Lane & Associates Family Dentistry during the Flu & COVID-19 Pandemic Originally published: March 12, 2020 | Updated: May 14, 2020 At Lane & Associates, we strive to uphold the highest level of care for our patients at all times. During every office visit, your health and safety are our […]
10 Fun Dental Facts You Probably Didn’t Know
THE TRUTH IS, our teeth are amazing! Without them we wouldn’t be able to speak, eat, sing, or smile properly. We’d like to celebrate our teeth by sharing some interesting dental facts you may not have known! Here Are 10 Fun Dental Facts: How Many Of These Facts Have You Heard Before? It’s always fun […]
Groundhogs & Other Animals with Interesting Teeth
In anticipation of Groundhog Day 2020, we wanted to take a closer look at some of the world’s most interesting animal teeth! Especially Groundhogs like our Laney! GROUNDHOGSGroundhogs have 18 chewing teeth, as well as four chisel-shaped incisors. Their two upper incisors constantly grow—about 1/16 of an inch every week! So groundhogs must constantly gnaw […]
Milk and Calcium Benefits for Your Teeth
We’ve all heard the common phrase “milk can build strong bones!” But what does it really mean for your dental health? Seeing as this Saturday, January 11th is National Milk Day, we wanted to take a deeper dive into the world of milk. Join us as we answer questions regarding milk, calcium, and your teeth! […]
7 Ways to Spend your FSA
Did you know your FSA can cover select Dental Services? Find out more about FSA options below. 7 Ways to Spend Your FSA 1. Dental Cleanings: Be sure to stop in for your routine cleaning every 6 months. What better way to use your FSA dollars! Ask about FREE Whitening at Lane & Associates Family […]
TOP 5 TREATS YOU SHOULD AVOID THIS VALENTINE’S DAY
Let’s be honest, by this time in the year people are ready to indulge in some delicious candy and sweets – especially if they have been dieting since January 1st. It’s time for a treat! But what if we could choose some candies that not only taste delicious but that our teeth will thank us […]
6 QUICK TIPS TO GOOD DENTAL HEALTH FOR CHILDREN
THE CDC REPORTS that 1 in 5 children (between ages 5 and 11) in the US have untreated tooth decay. Not only should tooth decay be treated in regular dental appointments, but it should also be prevented! Tooth decay is 100 percent preventable with effective personal care and regular dental cleanings. In honor of Children’s Dental Health Month, we’re spreading […]