Brushing your teeth properly removes the food particles and bacteria that can lead to tooth decay and gum disease. However, you do not want to scrub your teeth or gums Read more

It's a moment many of our patients have experienced. One second you're chewing on a piece of gum, then suddenly you forget to keep chewing and swallow the entire rubbery Read more

How better to spend the fall months than inside by the fireplace with a warm cup of cider and a book in hand? the doctor and our team at Wayne Read more

Many dentists and hygienists recommend fluoride treatments for their adult patients. You might ask yourself, “Do I really need a fluoride treatment? I thought those were just for my kids.” Read more

Pregnancy involves a lot of alterations in your health. Wayne E. Walcott DDS, MS is here to help you understand the oral health aspects of your pregnancy. As you may already Read more

Guilt is a powerful feeling. It can keep you from doing many things, including going to the dentist. The good news is that Wayne E. Walcott DDS, MS is a Read more

Many of our patients at Wayne E. Walcott DDS, MS have been asking us about brightening their teeth lately, and today we thought we would discuss the options available to Read more

Labor Day is upon us, and that means the non-official end to summer. Before the kids head back to school and temperatures start to cool down, this is your last Read more

Like many other parts of the human body, teeth age. You may look at old photos and realize your smile was significantly brighter in the past than it is now. Read more

Regular dental cleanings and checkups at our Ann Arbor, Michigan office are an excellent way to ensure everything is A-OK in your mouth. There’s a reason the American Dental Association Read more

Whether it’s a broken tooth or injured gums, a dental emergency can interfere with eating, speaking, or other day-to-day activities. According to the American Dental Association , you can sometimes Read more

Toothpaste no longer comes in simple choices of fluoride and fresh breath. Paste is not even the only option! You can choose gel forms and even some with ribbons of Read more

You might suspect that your wisdom teeth are starting to emerge, but knowing the signs of impacted wisdom teeth can help you be more proactive about your dental care. Impacted Read more

Medical doctors and dental health professionals, like the doctor, have debated over the connection (or lack thereof) between gum disease and heart disease. While there still is no unanimous consensus Read more

Oral hygiene has always been an important part of maintaining overall health. For thousands of years, humans have found ways to keep their teeth and mouths clean. According to the Read more

The Fourth of July is a great time to get together with friends and family members for BBQ, games, fireworks, and other celebrations in honor of our country’s independence. While Read more