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Aug 9, 20221 min read
Kids and contact lenses
Young people generally do very well with contact lenses. Your 12-year-old daughter might not share your affinity for fashion eyewear. Or,...
Aug 9, 20222 min read
Transitioning from summer fun to back-to-school
After months of spontaneous summer fun, it can be a challenge for families to get back into a back-to-school routine...a little planning...
Aug 9, 20222 min read
Don’t say it, don’t say it…
It’s the topic of conversation at all your recent BBQs and playdates, and it’s held a steady spot in global news for months. Okay, we...
Aug 9, 20222 min read
Your cat’s lifestyle: in or out
Being a cat owner includes looking out for the behavioral and social needs of one’s feline friend. For some, this means their cat will...
Jun 15, 20223 min read
A contract for teen drivers
Having a newly minted driver in your household is equal parts exciting and terrifying. Having a contract that outlines expectations and...
Jun 14, 20221 min read
Does your child need glasses?
When it comes to your child’s vision, perhaps they can put into words if there are changes, but many times not so much. A lot of the...
Jun 14, 20221 min read
Life after braces
When one of our patients gets their braces off, we have a celebration. We play the Celebration song by Kool & the Gang, of course, and...
Jun 14, 20222 min read
Information Age: when and how to talk to kids about current events
It seems we can’t turn on the TV or look at our phones these days without a barrage of images and information that can be frightening,...
Jun 14, 20221 min read
Get outdoors with your canine friend
Enjoy the best of the Pacific Northwest this season, by taking your trail buddy with you on outdoor adventures. To keep them safe: Choose...
Apr 1, 20221 min read
Online teeth straightening kits
The commercials make them look enticing, but you’re better off with a local orthodontist. When it comes to oral health care, safety and...
Apr 1, 20222 min read
Financing a vehicle purchase
How best to make a big purchase when the whole world seems more expensive. Aside from a home, a car is one of the biggest financial...
Apr 1, 20222 min read
Allergies are no sneezing matter
Living in the grass seed capital of the world is no sneezing matter for thousands of allergy sufferers in Oregon’s Willamette Valley. The...
Apr 1, 20222 min read
When to spay or neuter
Refined recommendations change the timeline Puppies and kittens are adorable! But spend a day in a shelter and you’ll likely be moved to...
Jan 26, 20222 min read
Spring clean your pet items
Keep your pet safe and healthy by cleaning their bowls, toys, accessories and other supplies. Get rid of old, expired medications. After...
Jan 26, 20222 min read
Flex your empathy muscles
Bullying has long been a part of schoolyard politics, but social media has given new power to would-be bullies and others. Seemingly...
Jan 26, 20222 min read
A love letter to our cars. Why do we love them so much?
As Americans, we spend a lot of time in our cars. And time means life: from that super careful drive home from the hospital with your...
Jan 26, 20221 min read
Flossing with braces
We get it: flossing when you have braces with wires and brackets is a challenge. All those nooks and crannies, plus navigating around the...
Dec 9, 20211 min read
TikTok trends that can hurt teeth
We love TikTok as much as our teen patients do, with it’s fun videos, catchy songs and some-times educational content. But dangers lurk...
Dec 9, 20213 min read
Discussing finances with your family
As we celebrate the holiday season together and start into the new year, many of us think about our resolutions and intentions. If you...
Dec 9, 20212 min read
Stuck in the car? Use the time to your advantage.
If you find yourself parked in a school pick-up line, you might as well put that time to good use. Many moms spend hours in their cars,...
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