Dr. Walter Hunt, D.D.S. | Dentist and Founder To get to know Dr. Hunt a bit more, read our in-depth interview with him below. You’ll find additional insight into Dr. Hunt and his quest to create the perfect practice for his patients. The Reasons for Becoming a Dentist When I was in undergraduate school at the University…
DetailsThe negative connotations around root canal therapy are unfortunate, since this procedure can actually improve your comfort and better your oral health. If your tooth becomes cracked, decayed, or otherwise damaged and bacteria infect its inner pulp (nerves and blood vessels), the diseased tissue will need to be removed to clean and protect the tooth…
DetailsAn interview with Dr. Walter Hunt, D.D.S., founder of Personal Care Dentistry. The Reasons for Becoming a Dentist When I was in undergraduate school at the University of Minnesota, I knew I wanted to be in health care of some sort. I knew I wanted to serve people in whatever profession I chose, and becoming…
DetailsHere are some comments from recent patients at Personal Care Dentistry about the timely and efficient dental care they received. Super Quick and Absolutely Painless! – Greta S. Very friendly and inviting staff! Dr. Kyle was amazing and very calming. The whole process was super quick and absolutely painless. I’ll definitely be back. May 10, 2017…
DetailsTypes of Floss and How to Floss Properly Floss is used to remove all the food particles, bacteria, and plaque that is stuck in-between your teeth. If you neglect to floss your teeth for a long period of time, plaque will buildup. Your toothbrush is not powerful enough (nor has the capability) to remove the…
DetailsKari Olson | Dental Hygiene Team Leader As Dental Hygiene Team Leader, Kari Olson is a friendly, familiar face at Personal Care Dentistry. She joined the practice in 2010 and her responsibilities include hiring and coaching her hygiene staff, working with the dentists, and helping patients achieve optimal oral health. Kari’s education includes an associate…
DetailsReduce Sport-Related Mouth Injuries with One Simple Piece of Equipment Mouth guards, also called mouth protectors, help cushion a blow to the face, minimizing the risk of broken teeth and injuries to your lips, tongue, face or jaw. They typically cover the upper teeth and are a great way to protect the soft tissues of…
DetailsMost people are familiar with the Golden Rule – do unto others as you would have them do unto you, which is found in the Bible (Matt. 7:12). And most of Personal Care Dentistry’s patients know that the Golden Rule guides the dentists and staff at the clinic when they are assisting or treating patients.…
DetailsA Historical Look at Implants and Dentures Today, when people require a set of false teeth or an individual dental implant, they turn to modern dentistry to provide them with a synthetic substitute, usually made from plastic. However, this solution has only been around for a few decades; in the past, those in need turned to…
DetailsTiffanie Apple | Dental Assisting Team Leader Tiffanie Apple is the Dental Assisting Team Leader at Personal Care Dentistry, but her role goes far beyond that title. She has been with the practice since 2007, starting as a floating dental assistant at the same time as Personal Care Dentistry’s first major expansion. As the practice…
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