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Being Seen on Time
July 19, 2017
We know your time is valuable and we make it our priority to be on time for all appointments. We are currently at 96% on-time appointments and are working hard to take every patient back at or before the appointment time. Occasionally we run behind because of an emergency but we will always keep you informed […]
Read MoreWelcome Dr. Powell!
July 11, 2017
Please welcome Dr. Emerald Powell, D.M.D. to Park Crossing Dentistry! Dr. Powell is a native of Elizabethtown, Kentucky and joins our practice effective July 6, 2017. We are very excited to have her with us. Dr. Powell earned her undergraduate degree from the University of Kentucky where she majored in Biotechnology and Biology. She graduated […]
Read MoreAnother Great Patient!
June 20, 2017
Congrats to our wonderful patient, Officer Charles Cho, who helped deliver a baby girl on the side of I-77 recently. There wasn’t enough time for the couple to make it to the hospital and thankfully Officer Cho was in the area to provide assistance. Thank you, Charles, for your service to our community!
Read MoreOur Babies’ Teeth
June 13, 2017
At approximately 6 months of age, our babies’ first teeth begin to break through the gums. Usually, the first two teeth to erupt are the bottom front teeth. Next, the top four front teeth emerge. After that, other teeth slowly begin to fill in, usually in pairs — one each side of the upper or […]
Read MoreCan Anyone Relate to This?
June 6, 2017
At Park Crossing Dentistry, we have treatment options available to help with tooth sensitivity. Ask one of our knowledgeable clinicians at your next appointment.
Read MoreA Park Crossing Dentistry Perk
May 23, 2017
Many of our patients participate in our free Whitening for Life program. These patients keep a zero balance, have no broken appointments and see us regularly for their six-month checkups. We take custom impressions at a quick 30-minute appointment. Plastic trays are then formed and ready for pickup within a few business days. Whitening gel […]
Read MoreAre Dental Sealants Beneficial?
May 9, 2017
Many parents ask if they should have sealants placed for their children and teenagers. We recommend sealants because they act as a barrier to prevent cavities. They are typically applied to the chewing surfaces of the back teeth where decay occurs the most. Although brushing and flossing help to remove food particles from the smooth […]
Read MoreDetecting Cavities
May 2, 2017
None of us likes to hear that we have a cavity. Those small holes in our teeth are not uncommon and can be easily treated when caught early. Getting the cavity-detecting xrays on an annual basis helps to discover cavities before they progress into a more costly and serious situation such as pain, infection or even […]
Read MoreWe Value Your Feedback!
April 18, 2017
Thank you to all our patients who provide feedback on our staff and services. We always appreciate patient comments so we can continually provide exceptional care for every patient at every visit. Here is a recent note we received from long-time patient Leslie S.: “Thank you for your incredible service and making me feel so […]
Read MoreOral Cancer Awareness
April 4, 2017
April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month. The Oral Cancer Foundation states that while smoking and tobacco use are still major risk factors, the fastest growing segment of oral cancer patients is young, healthy, nonsmoking individuals. They recommend annual exams for all patients age 18 and older. Dentists are often the first line of defense against […]
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