Oral hygiene is vital, even when traveling. Many people believe vacations are breaks from life, which means vacations are breaks from cleaning their smile. But that is not true. It’s extremely important to clean your teeth and gums every single day. So, to help you take good care of your smile while you’re on your trip, Dr. Mark DeWitt and... read more »

Dental crown restorations performed at our dental office typically has two distinction phases of treatment. During your first appointment, Dr. Mark DeWitt will remove the enamel layer of the tooth. This leaves behind a dentin pillar that is called an abutment that will eventually anchor the new crown in your mouth. Our team will then create an impression to guide... read more »

When a tooth in your mouth is lost, it can lead to several different complications beyond chewing inefficiency. Depending on the tooth’s location, it could affect your outward appearance and even alter the clarity of your speech. With the passage of time, the structural void could also cause the neighboring teeth to alter their positions. This could cause chips, dental... read more »

If your missing teeth are preventing you from feeling self-assured when you smile, take heart, there is help! If your confidence is currently suffering because you are missing teeth, our dental team can help you bring back your smile. By using dental implants, Dr. Mark DeWitt in Lansing, Michigan, can effectively restore the full function and appearance of your smile.... read more »

The American Dental Association recommends attending a routine dental checkup and cleaning every six months. Our dental checkups are designed to address all the aspects of maintaining a good oral health. This includes a thorough cleaning treatment, a dental exam, as well as a screening for oral and pharyngeal cancer. The dental exam portion of the checkup will allow Dr.... read more »

Did you know that you should visit your dentist twice a year? Would you be surprised to hear that these two appointments are actually very important, or to learn that skipping either of these appointments could lead to serious consequences? As you may know, an important part of these appointments is cleaning your pearly whites thoroughly. You see, our team... read more »

Have you ever chomped down on a favorite food only to have pain shoot through your mouth? While there are a number of potential reasons for this pain, did you know that tooth decay is one possible cause? Fortunately, there are a number of things you can do to address tooth decay. Of course, you should remember to schedule appointment... read more »

Tooth injury happens unexpectedly, sometimes with a sudden accident and other times with the slow accrual of stress to the teeth. Often, the damage can be repaired with a simple filling or bonding, but sometimes the damage is too much and other treatment options will be used. Dental crowns are commonly used to repair moderate damage to teeth. The treatment... read more »

The holidays can sometimes be harmful to your smile, without you realizing it. This is why it’s important to do all you can to keep your teeth and smile in tip-top shape. To help you, our Mark L. DeWitt DDS team has some tips for you that can help you care for your oral health during your holiday parties. Those... read more »

Dr. Mark DeWitt and our team want to wish our patients in Lansing, Michigan, a healthy, happy, holiday season. This Christmas, you can give yourself and the people you love the gift of a healthy smile. Simply make a few substitutions and tuck in these sugar-free stocking stuffers to ensure healthy smiles for your loved ones. Three Smile Facts You... read more »