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Hollie Hawkins recently joined us as a dental assistant.  We are very excited to have her join our team.  Please help us in welcoming her to our practice on your next visit!

Did you know?  You can make a payment on your account through our online Patient Portal!  Just click here or on the Patient Portal button at the top of the screen to access your account.  If you haven’t already, simply create a user name and password and you will gain access to all your account information, including any treatment recommended, future appointments scheduled and billing information.  Click here to get started now!

Recently, we began carrying a new product line from PerioSciences which contain the novel combination of antioxidants Phloretin and Ferulic.  Phloretin and Ferulic have been shown in university based studies to neutralize free radicals which lead to oxidative stress commonly caused by dental materials, alcohol, nicotine, and the hydrogen peroxide used in teeth whitening products. Case studies reveal reduced inflammation and bleeding as well as accelerated wound healing in soft oral tissue. The AO ProVantage product line is as follows:

• AO ProVantage: An antioxidant-infused gel designed for application on soft oral tissue is available in both a 30 ml and 15ml travel size delivers antioxidant to tissue and is extremely soothing upon application. Also contains antibacterial agents such as xylitol, menthol and thymol.
• AO ProVantage BLAST: A higher concentration antioxidant gel is designed to be applied after tobacco use delivering the most advanced combination of antioxidants.  The unique and strong combination of essential oils, and xylitol will freshen breath even after nicotine use.   Package contains three .17ml airless bottles which are easy to carry.
  • AO ProRinse: An alcohol-free, mouth rinse that contains a proprietary antioxidant combination with the added power of catechins from Green Tea.  This great tasting mouth rinse is extremely effective against general halitosis and also contains xylitol.
  • AO Pro Toothpaste:  a fluoride toothpaste that cleans teeth gently without abrasions and leaves a hydrated feeling. The multifunctional formula with PerioSciences’ signature antioxidants and a specific combination of minerals, botanicals and other moisturizers supports your saliva’s natural defenses and is ideally suited for extreme oral sensations.

PerioSciences and its AO Pro product line are the result of more than 20 years of experience in the topical application of antioxidants. SkinCeuticals, which commercialized topically-applied antioxidant skincare, paved the way for PerioSciences with strong anti-inflammatory results from Duke University testing.

PerioSciences was founded in 2008, when additional research at Baylor College of Dentistry and UNC Chapel Hill School of Dentistry further confirmed that specific combinations of antioxidants neutralize free radicals / oxidative stress in the oral cavity. Antioxidants naturally occur in saliva, and abnormally low levels of salivary antioxidants have been associated with oral disease, such as oral lichen planus (OLP), temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ), periodontal disease (PD), and even oral cancer.

Dr Willis was among almost 300 dentists and over 1500 volunteers who volunteered to be a part of the first Alaska Mission of Mercy in Anchorage April 11th & 12th! The goal is to help up to 2,000 under-served in our state to free dental care that they might not otherwise receive.

Dr Willis just got back from the ADA’s Annual Session in New Orleans!  While she was there, she was inducted into the International College of Dentists and her new role as the President of the Alaska Dental Society has become official!  This will certainly be a busy year for her.

Dr Willis just returned from an intensive three-day Spear Education hands-on course on Restorative Design.  The course combines comprehensive classroom education with practical hands-on application.  The focus of this course was to utilize an effective system for preparing teeth for crowns & veneers that will streamline chair time for superior preparations allowing for exquisitely fitting restorations.

Dr Willis has taken over 75 hours of continuing education courses this year on various topics including: Implant Retained Dentures, Full Mouth Restorations, Esthetics, Dental Photography, & Occlusion.

Stephanie Czech recently joined us as a dental hygienist.  We are very excited to have her join our hygienist crew.  Please help us in welcoming her to our practice on your next visit!

We are now working with CareCredit and Springstone Financing to give you flexible financing options.  Both of these options include no interest payment plans.  If you have questions about payment options, call us or email us at billing@spruceroots.net.

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Our practice is pleased to offer flexible payment plans from Springstone Patient Financing.

• No initial payment and no payment for 3-7 weeks
• Affordable Extended Plans with low fixed rates & low monthly payments
• 6-24 month Promotional Plans
• No prepayment penalty

You can calculate potential monthly payment options. Or place an application in a few short minutes, and decisions are typically available in seconds. For more information, just ask our team or visit springstoneplan.com.