Sir Francis Drake Dental, Inta Summers DDS and Valdis Svans DDS

02/12/2021

https://www.nytimes.com/2021/02/09/health/covid-dentists-teeth.html?fbclid=IwAR3NrxxgpDxexcfrUtKGf_kRXVlqDdTI7eOWmHSjkHyM5Ak0SurlHvfqrDs

The pandemic has forced dentists and hygienists to change some of the methods for maintaining good oral hygiene, to protect patients as well as themselves.

01/19/2021

Hello! Many people have asked what we are doing to keep our patients and staff safe during COVID...

+ To minimize contact with other patients, your appointment time is reserved solely for you, and we have added 15 minutes in between patients to sanitize treatment rooms and sterilize equipment.

+ We have rerouted out HVAC system to increase airflow in our office and have added HEPA filters in each treatment room. We have an abundant supply of PPE, and are following CDC guidelines to minimize aerosol production.

+ Most important of all...patients answer a questionnaire regarding COVID exposure and symptoms before their appointment. If you have any symptoms, any possible COVID exposure or if you have traveled outside of your home county in the 14 days prior to your appointment, we would ask you to reschedule your appointment.

+ Currently Dr. Summers in in the office M-W, and our staff has started the COVID vaccine series. We look forward to seeing you!

10/28/2019

Hi Everyone! If you have an appointment this week, please call and confirm before heading to the office as we won't open until power has been restored...thanks for your understanding.

02/13/2019

Floss before you brush to maximize your oral hygiene! Here's an article that explains why...

CHICAGO – AUGUST 29, 2018 – Researchers have found that flossing before brushing may be the ideal sequence for the most thorough removal of dental plaque. The report is featured in the Journal of Periodontology (JOP), which is published by the American Academy of Periodontology (AAP).

08/14/2017

Energy and sports drinks aren’t needed for kids and in some products contain substances that can be harmful according to a study done by the American Academy of Pediatrics.

12/20/2016

Happy Holidays from our Family to yours! May your Holiday Season be blessed with Peace, Love and Joy.

10/25/2016

GREAT NEWS!!!! We are opening 3 days in Dec for those of you who are getting home from school/college or need your teeth cleaned!! The office opened Dec 19th through the 21st at our regular business hours! Don't wait, these days will fill quickly!!!

10/24/2016

A Dental Procedure that Saves Both Teeth and Money

Plastic coatings applied to the surfaces of teeth aren’t just effective; they’re also cost-effective.

01/25/2016

You probably know by now that good oral health can do a lot more of your body than simply provide you with whiter teeth and a more sparkling smile. But did you realize that it can actually have a bearing on your health in the winter, helping you get through those months where a plague of germs puts you at risk during cold and flu season?
Well, here are some tips to help you survive those common winter bugs, and it starts with your oral health.

When you’ve been sick, replace your old toothbrush for a new toothbrush – once you’ve gotten over the cold or flu, you should get a new toothbrush or risk reinfecting yourself every time you clean your teeth.
OR
Sanitize your toothbrush – any oral health supplies, whether it’s a toothbrush, or tools that help with flossing, can be sanitized. This will help you avoid the risk of getting yourself reinfected.

Stay hydrated to avoid your mouth from drying too much – Dry mouth is common in colds and flu as you breathe through your mouth instead of your nose which could get really stuffy. Yet, did you know that dry mouth increases your risk of cavity and the proliferation of bacteria? So keep yourself hydrated to help increase saliva production.

Stick to your brushing and flossing routine no matter how tired you are – When you’re sick, feeling really tired may hinder you from doing your usual oral hygiene routine. We understand how it’s tough to get sick but never ever skip your brushing and flossing routine for your teeth’s sake!

01/06/2016

Radiation Exposure seems to be magnified in many peoples view especially when it comes to dental X-rays. Here is a great article that shows some of the higher and lower sources of radiation exposure.

http://www.nrc.gov/reading-rm/doc-collections/fact-sheets/bio-effects-radiation.html

The Nuclear Regulatory Commission, protecting people and the environment.

01/01/2016

Wishing everyone a safe and Happy New Year!!

12/25/2015

Wishing all our families a very Happy Holiday! Blessings from our families to yours!