On my most recent trip to Kois Dental Center in Seattle, the pilot had to modify his course, which allowed everyone on board (or at least everyone on the left side of the plane) the opportunity to take in the majesty of Mt. Rainier. Rainier stands 14,411 feet tall. I haven’t hiked it (yet), but … Read more
The philosophy of dentistry practiced at Origin Dental Wellness is often called Biological Dentistry, meaning that we believe that your oral health is not independent of your overall health. We believe that the health of the mouth very strongly impacts and affects the health of the body. This is a more holistic approach to dentistry, … Read more
I LOVE lettuce season!! Yes, that is a picture of my refrigerator from this morning. When we were leaving Joe’s Organic Farm in Bixby with our CSA bag of greens (which is massive), a woman in line asked how many people we fed with that bag. “Just two,” I said. Did I mention I love … Read more
There is no better time than a new year to take the positive action steps towards a healthier you. Not only is it a new beginning on the calendar, but the Holidays are behind you, with all the busyness that often leads to exhaustion. Add to that mix all the treats traditionally had for the … Read more
“I believe that water is the only drink for a wise man.” ~ Henry David Thoreau. Why Water Is So Vital? Forms saliva and mucus. This cleans the mouth and reduces decay. It also keeps your joints well lubricated, which helps reduce friction and damage by creating cushion between your bones.⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ Boosts skin health … Read more
What’s the Difference? Let me start off by saying, I have stayed at plenty of Motel 6s. I have stayed in places that made Motel 6 look like the Four Seasons. I am talking about sleeping in my clothes on top of the bed, staring into my own sad and exhausted eyes with the mirror … Read more
Deciduous Teeth Deciduous teeth, AKA baby teeth play an important role in a child’s growing body. People often think that if a baby tooth has a cavity, “ Just take it out”. We, of course, believe in a holistic approach in treating decay in these tiny pearly whites. Deciduous teeth are quite different from their … Read more
“The Sugar Season” Yes, we are currently in the throws of what I like to call “The Sugar Season”. It begins somewhere around early to mid-October when the Halloween candy hits the store shelves, and it does not end until around January 1, when the New Year’s Resolutions are in high resolve. This is when … Read more
Has anyone else noticed the changing landscape here in Oklahoma? No, I’m not talking about the never-ending road construction. I am talking about the cannabis dispensaries. When driving home from work the other day, I counted ten (I could have counted more, but I got annoyed and stopped) billboards for marijuana dispensaries. I am bombarded … Read more
“Hi, I would be a new patient and would like to schedule a cleaning”. This is a very common first line I hear when someone calls our office. My response is almost always the same: “Well, tell me what you think about this instead…”. The new client experience is quite different here at Origin Dental … Read more
A gentleman who has been a patient of the practice for several years came into the office for his recare appointment. He has had several health complications the past few years, including kidney cancer and multiple areas of melanoma, which have successfully been removed. He was sharing with me his most recent appointment with his … Read more
I get this question a lot: “What can I do to keep my teeth healthy if I don’t want to use fluoride?”. It is a valid question. And although I am tempted to jump into the fluoride debate (one in which I stand with the exiguous number of dentists who don’t believe it should be … Read more
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