Emerald Dental

08/24/2026

🍎 Smile Ready for School: Pack a Smile-Friendly Lunch
What goes into the lunchbox can make a difference for your child’s smile! 🦷
As you settle back into the school routine, try mixing in a few tooth-friendly choices:
🥕 Crunchy fruits and vegetables like apples and carrots
🧀 Cheese and other calcium-rich foods
🥜 Low-sugar snacks when possible
💧 Water instead of sugary juices or sports drinks
And remember, it’s not about making every lunch perfect. Simple swaps throughout the week can help support healthier teeth while giving kids the fuel they need for busy school days.
Here’s to healthy lunches, happy kids, and smiles that are ready for school! 🎒😁
📅 Still need to check your child’s dental visit off the back-to-school list? Schedule an appointment with Emerald Dental today!

👉 Request an appointment online:

https://emeralddentalde.com/appointment-request/

08/22/2026

Week 4: National Tooth Fairy Day

🧚 Smile Ready for School: Celebrate National Tooth Fairy Day!

Losing a baby tooth is a BIG milestone for a little smile! 🦷✨

In honor of National Tooth Fairy Day on August 22, we’re celebrating all of those wiggly teeth, gap-toothed grins, and exciting visits from the Tooth Fairy.

Baby teeth may be temporary, but they have an important job. They help children chew, speak clearly, and hold space for their permanent teeth as they grow.

As the new school year gets underway, regular dental visits are an important part of keeping those growing smiles healthy and strong all year long. The August calendar similarly connects Tooth Fairy Day with regular dental visits and follows it with an August 26 back-to-school dental reminder.

🎒🧚 Here’s to a new school year filled with healthy, confident smiles!

08/20/2026

Today is a bittersweet day as we say goodbye to our sweet Bailey! 💗🥹

While we are SO proud and excited to watch her begin her journey into Dental Hygiene School, we’re definitely going to miss having her here with us! 🦷✨ Bailey has been such a wonderful part of our team, and we’re so grateful for all of the memories, laughs, and hard work she’s shared with us.

We have no doubt that she is going to be an AMAZING hygienist, and we can’t wait to watch her continue to grow and accomplish her dreams! 🎓🪥

Congratulations, Bailey! We love you, we’re so proud of you, and although we’re sad to see you go, we’re cheering you on every step of the way! 💕✨

Once part of our dental family, always part of our dental family! 🦷💗

08/17/2026

🦷 Smile Ready for School: A Fresh Start for Your Smile

A new school year is all about fresh starts, and your family’s dental health deserves one too! ✨
If it’s been a while since your last dental visit, there’s no better time to get back on track. Routine preventive care helps keep your smile healthy by removing plaque and tartar, checking for cavities, and identifying potential concerns before they become bigger problems.
And back-to-school dental care isn’t just for the kids. Parents, this is your reminder to take care of your smile, too! 😁

Start the school year with one less thing on your to-do list.

📅 Schedule your next cleaning and exam with Emerald Dental today!

👉 Request an appointment online:

https://emeralddentalde.com/appointment-request/

08/11/2026

🌍✈️ Happy Birthday to our very own Travel Queen, Ginny! 🎉👑

If there’s a plane, a passport stamp, or a new adventure… Ginny is already there! We seriously live vicariously through all of your trips and love seeing where in the world you’ll pop up next. 🌴📸

Beyond the jet-setting life, we’re so lucky to have your positivity, kindness, and amazing care for our patients every single day. You make our office brighter just by being you!

Wishing you a birthday filled with love, laughter, and maybe your next getaway 😉💛
Help us wish Ginny the happiest birthday!! 🎂✨

08/10/2026

Backpacks? Check. ✏️

School supplies? Check. 📚

Healthy smile? Let’s make sure! 🦷✨

As families get ready for another busy school year, now is the perfect time to check dental visits off your back-to-school list.

A routine cleaning and exam can help catch small concerns early, keep teeth and gums healthy, and send everyone back to school feeling confident about their smile.

Appointments can fill up quickly as fall schedules get busier, so don’t wait for the school year to get into full swing.

📅 Schedule your family’s back-to-school dental visits with Emerald Dental today!

👉 Request an appointment online:

https://emeralddentalde.com/appointment-request/

08/06/2026

Did You Know? The average person brushes for only about 45 seconds — but your teeth need a full 2 minutes, twice a day, to stay their healthiest. Try humming your favorite song or setting a timer so every tooth gets its time. Small habit, big difference for your smile! 🎶

07/30/2026

Well… it’s not a *goodbye*, it’s more of a “we’re going to pretend we’re okay with this” 😭😂

Today is Patti’s last day with us here at the office, and while we’re definitely sad to see her go, we *guess* we’ll let it slide since she’s just heading over to one of our sister practices (we’ll still be keeping tabs on her, don’t worry 👀).

Patti, thank you for everything you’ve done for our team — your hard work, your energy, and all the laughs you brought into the office. It truly won’t be the same without you here every day.

Wishing you all the best on this next chapter… even though we know you’re not getting rid of us that easily 💕

07/30/2026

Did You Know? Tooth enamel is the hardest substance in your body — even tougher than bone! The catch: once it wears away, your body can't grow it back. Protect it by limiting acidic drinks, waiting about 30 minutes after eating before you brush, and keeping up with regular cleanings. Your enamel is worth protecting.

07/29/2026