Worry in pregnancy
It’s been said that “worry is the work of pregnancy,” meaning that one of the most crucial initial acts of parenting is embracing the fear o
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Dec 21 min read
The dreaded pink eye
Conjunctivitis, commonly called “pink eye,” refers to inflammation or infection of the conjunctiva, which is the thin transparent mucous mem
Dec 21 min read
Gingerbread dog biscuits
This time of year, we all want a sweet treat, and Fido is no exception. Get the kids to help make this fun recipe for your favorite pups:
Dec 24 min read
Flying with kids
Traveling with children is a completely different experience from your footloose days of hopping on a flight without kids. It can be a fun f
Dec 21 min read
BRING partners with Lane County to power new sustainability education website
Have you ever spent longer than you’d like staring at packaging material, trying to figure out what bin it’s supposed to go in? Or maybe you
Dec 21 min read
Got a snorer in your life? Get MAD.
If someone’s snoring is interrupting your sleep, there are solutions. In dentistry, we offer what is called a mandibular advancement device
Dec 21 min read
Navigating menopause during the holidays
Menopause often brings a range of symptoms, including hot flashes, joint pain, fatigue, weight gain, mood swings, and bowel and bladder issu
Dec 21 min read
Healthier snacking for kids
Food choices and eating patterns can affect whether your child has problems like tooth decay and cavities. Snacks such as cookies, crackers,
Oct 73 min read
Pregnancy during flu season
To keep our pregnant patients safe, we follow the science — specifically, evidence-based recommendations. Pregnancy brings changes in the...
Oct 71 min read
Is nearsightedness increasing in kids?
Myopia, often called nearsightedness, is common and usually starts in childhood. With myopia, the eye is longer than normal or the cornea...
Oct 71 min read
Oh no, my dog ate a sock...now what?!
If you witness your dog eating a sock, you should contact your veterinarian right away. If the sock was ingested recently, your...
Oct 74 min read
Sunny Arizona
Arizona is filled with national and state parks, nature centers, museums, national monuments, lakes and so much more. Arizona is easy to...
Oct 71 min read
New website brings sustainability to classrooms
In late 2022, Waste Wise Lane County — a part of Lane County Waste Management — contacted 2,000-plus county educators via survey and...
Oct 71 min read
Braces have changed for the better
As an adult, your memories of orthodontia were likely ones of bulky metal brackets and clunky headgear, straight out of a teen rom-com....
Oct 71 min read
Physical therapy during & after breast cancer
Breast cancer treatment is a challenging journey. After treatments such as surgery, chemotherapy and radiation, many people experience...
Oct 71 min read
Words matter at kids' dental visits
For younger children, a trip to the dentist office can seem scary. In our office, we aim to make easy for them (and fun, given that we...
Aug 11 min read
Tooth knocked out before its time? Here’s what to do.
It happens when you least expect it: your child knocked out a tooth. Now what? The pain and surprise of facial trauma can be frightening...
Aug 11 min read
Helping bladder leakage goes beyond Kegels
Many times during an initial evaluation, a patient has told me they do Kegels every day, but still leak urine. How frustrating that...
Aug 11 min read
When your pet needs emergency surgery
It’s Sunday evening, and suddenly your beloved cat cries out in pain while using the litter box, or your new puppy ate a superball. While...
Aug 14 min read
Prepare for smooth flying
the latest in air travel If you’re traveling by air within the U.S. or internationally, stay up-to-date on the latest to avoid snags and...
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