Schaefer Dental Group Okemos

06/16/2026

Inflation around us in everything we do and buy, but insurance maximums havent changed since the 1970s....

06/12/2026

Brushing at night is key to cavity free teeth

05/22/2026

Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF) is an FDA-cleared, non-invasive liquid medication applied directly to teeth to stop cavity progression and reduce hypersensitivity. It is an efficient and painless alternative to traditional drilling and filling

05/18/2026

Importance of replacing missing teeth. Implants are the best option for giving you the look and feel of a brand new tooth while preserving bone. Set up a free consultation anytime !

05/09/2026

You may have noticed we no longer use Lead Aprons during your routine x rays. As of February 2024, the American Dental Association (ADA) officially recommends discontinuing lead apron and thyroid collar use for dental X-rays on all patients. Modern, high-speed digital imaging technology and targeted beams have made radiation exposure negligibly low, rendering protective shielding unnecessary.

05/09/2026

FACT OF THE DAY :: Untreated dental infections can be fatal, as bacteria can spread from a tooth abscess to the bloodstream, brain, or chest within days, causing sepsis or severe airway blockage. This is an interesting photo of how the dental infection destroyed the bone all around the tooth and adjacent tooth.

04/30/2026

Children around the age of 6-8 start eruption of their permanent molars. This is the age we want to place Sealants to prevent decay deep in the grooves of tooth.

04/21/2026

SMILE!!! (It reduces wrinkles 😁) Have a GREAT week!!

04/12/2026