Dr, Whitfield & Dr. Eckroat have the pleasure of hearing those words often! It is a great career that is full of reward, but do you know what it takes to be a dentist? Guidance counselor visits, trips to the library, and hours of online reading … career-hunting sure is an exciting, fun-filled journey, isn’t it? And, hopefully, your teenager is investing as much time into this activity as you are! If you’re the parent of a teenager contemplating a career in dentistry, now is

Saving money when it comes to dental care is about preparation. Knowing what to plan for, knowing what to look out for, and when and how much to spend on recommended care. To lend a helping hand, we thought we’d lay out a few simple ways for you to stay on top of your game when it comes to keeping your kids in good health, and keeping your hard-earned money where it belongs – in your pocket! Remind Them to Wear Their Retainer: Ask any adult who has worn braces, which piece of

There are a lot of “sevens” in September. There’s the name; which is derived from the Latin “Septem,” literally meaning seven; then there’s the fact that other than the vowel “e,” the word September has seven different letters in it (neat!); and the curious fact that September was actually the seventh month of the year at one point. Wait, what? Yes, you see, when the Romans originally created the calendar used in the West today, “day one” was set to the first day of spring, w

You’ve seen the videos. The string tied to the loose tooth. The other end tied to something that moves fast – a rocket, a slamming door, a javelin … count to three, then let ‘er rip and out she goes! While these techniques make for some great cinema, they might not always be the best route to emancipating that wiggly little friend. There are three questions you need to ask to answer before you prepare that tooth for the tooth fairy. Should the tooth in question be loose right