This week is Oral-Systemic Health Awareness Week and there are some things you need to know about how gum and periodontal disease can have a significant impact on the rest of your body. Periodontal disease begins when bacteria find a home in the shallow spaces normally present between the teeth… Read More…

Even our youngest patients love to show off their beautiful smiles. This little guy just came to visit us and wanted to show everyone his pearly whites. Our office sees children of all ages so make sure your little ones get in to see us for their first visits around… Read More…

May is Better Sleep Month and the goal is to raise awareness about the importance of sleep and its direct effect on your physical, emotional and mental health. Sleep disorders affect around 70-90 million or roughly one-fourth of the population. Studies show that 40% of middle-aged men and 30% of… Read More…

Our hygienists, Samantha and Dena, volunteered to do free fluoride varnishing at this year’s Celebrate Our Children event here in Jackson. We took that time to educate both children and parents on the importance of maintaining good oral health. Here is Samantha having fun with the kids while showing them… Read More…

Did you know that one in every 2,000 babies is born with a tooth? You should start caring for your child’s gums and teeth at birth. Gently wipe your baby’s gums with a soft, wet cloth or gauze pad after feeding to remove excess food and bacteria. When teeth first… Read More…

It is Kindergarten Registration time and Dr. Ron Ask was at Jackson Elementary School last night to do free oral health assessments for the children registering to attend kindergarten for the 2015-2016 school year. This screening assisted families in meeting the “Oral Health Assessment” requirement for kindergarten. Our dentists will… Read More…

Did you know February is American Heart Month, dedicated to preventing heart disease and stroke by empowering all of us to make heart-healthy choices? Research shows that periodontal disease has been linked to many systemic diseases, including heart disease and stroke. Take steps today to protect your gums, teeth and… Read More…

Jackson Creek Dental Group will once again be hosting Smile for Kids to treat children, at no cost, who “fall between the cracks” in healthcare – children who would not otherwise receive dental treatment – on Saturday, January 31, 2015 from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Because of the overwhelming… Read More…

Implant dentistry is one of the most significant breakthroughs in clinical dentistry. Jackson Creek Dental Group is so proud of Dr. Kinzer and Dr. Simpson who have spent 10 months and 300 hours of education to finish their American Academy of Implant Dentistry Maxicourse for dental implants. Now they bring… Read More…

School sports are starting, and according to the National Youth Sports Foundation For Safety, an athlete is 60 times more likely to sustain damage to the teeth when not wearing a protective mouthguard. At Jackson Creek Dental Group, we offer children’s sports mouthguards that protect the mouth, teeth, lips, cheeks… Read More…