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Amy is here! We are so excited to announce the newest member to our hygiene team, Amy Sherman, RDH. She brings great skill, compassion, and over 25 years of experience as some of her many qualities as a hygienist and team member. We couldn't be happier to have her with us! Give us a call to schedule an appointment with Amy today at (302) 778-3822! You can also visit us on the web at www.newconceptdental.com
Where's Amy Sherman? We found her at New Concept Dental and we are keeping her!
It’s National Dental Hygiene Month and we want to give a shout out to the best Hygiene Team out there! Thank you for all you do, you guys rock!
Congratulations to our Employees of the Month!!! Jamillah and Lisa are great assets to our office!! Thank you for your hard work!!
Celebrating National Dental Hygiene Month and Admin Appreciation!
Busy North Wilmington Dental Practice is looking for an X-ray certified, experienced chair side Dental Assistant to join our team! Our practice is growing and so is our staff!!
We offer great benefits 401k, health etc.
if you want to be a part of our fun, growing team please contact us @
302-778-3822 ext200
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Don't forget to schedule your end of the year appointment! Please call us at (302) 778-3822.
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Lunchtime fun at New Concept Dental today!! Thanks to our social director JoeyLynn!! Even the kids got involved!! Dr Monet was quite the pro!!
Dr Monet forgot to change her shoes!! She is truly a kid at heart!! 😘
Take advantage of your NEW dental benefits today.
Call our office at (302) 778-3822 to schedule an appointment.
The world’s oldest toothpaste formula, which was used more than 1,500 years before Colgate began marketing its brand in 1873, was discovered on a piece of dusty papyrus found in the basement of a Viennese museum.
Did you know that newborn babies do not have the bacteria that lead to tooth decay? They actually receive it when their parents kiss them or blow on hot food and drinks before each feeding.
Laser work harnesses the energy of a laser that comes in the form of light. It can be used as a tool for ‘cutting’, which is necessary for surgical purposes or for ‘curing’, such as strengthening the bond between a filling and the tooth.
Can you guess another use for dental floss apart from keeping teeth clean? Well, in 1994, a West Virginia prison inmate used the dental floss to break free. He braided dental floss into a rope, scaled the wall, and escaped!
Many serious issues concerning dental health don’t come with noticeable symptoms and only become apparent until they reach an advanced stage. Regular dental checkups help patients identify potentially serious diseases early on.
Some indications that you may be suffering from a TMJ disorder include pain and tenderness in your jaw and aching pain in and around your ear.
When you have a toothache, normal activities like drinking water and breathing can become painful. Not only can we help make the pain stop, we can also ensure bacteria don’t have the opportunity to seep in and do more damage.
The future is bright! Schedule a professional in-office teeth whitening treatment at New Concept Dental today. | (302) 778-3822
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One of the benefits of IV sedation during a dental procedure is that the patient can be closely monitored throughout the process and the amount of medication can be easily adjusted. In addition, the patient will wake up with little to no memory of the procedure, just a relaxed feeling.
Were you aware that if you don’t floss, you miss cleaning 40% of your tooth surfaces? You should make sure to brush and floss twice a day, and don’t skip the back molars, they need love too!
Tell Us: If you could improve one thing about your smile, what would it be?
#ToothTip Rinsing your mouth out after brushing removes cavity-fighting properties contained in your toothpaste. If you must rinse, make sure to do so with a fluoride-based mouthwash.
Are you tired of having to take entire afternoons off of work for dental procedures because of the way anesthesia affects you? Laser dentistry could help you recover faster by decreasing the need for anesthesia.
#DYK Brushing with the non-dominant hand encourages the formation of new neural pathways in the brain?
"A smile is the light in your window that tells others that there is a caring, sharing person inside." --Denis Waitley #QuoteOfTheDay
Though both bones and teeth are made of calcium, teeth cannot repair or regenerate themselves like bones. In fact, the tooth is the only part of the body that can’t heal itself. So, be sure to take good care of them.
This month the employees voted for employee of the month and we had a tie!!
Lauren Blanch (pictured on the left)started at our office in November 2018. She was initially our front desk receptionist and has been promoted to our Hygiene Coordinator!! Lauren does a fabulous job keeping our 6 hygienists schedules full!
Shelly Shortlidge (pictured on the right) joined our team with Dr Horn in 2008. She assisted Dr Horn until his retirement and continued to assist several Drs in our practice.
She is now the Assistant to our 6 hygienists and is constantly on the run!! She does a wonderful job keeping them all set up and ready to go!!
Thank you ladies for your hard work.
The staff appreciates you!!!
Meet our January Employee of the Month Gwyn Blanch!!
You might recognize Gwyn as Dr Fays “right hand woman”. Gwyn has been chair side with Dr Fay for 23 yrs! Congratulations Gwyn and thank you for your dedication!!!
Pandemic-related stress has taken a serious toll on our oral health! Get the full story: https://wb.md/2H6rZxe
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Sore Jaws, Cracked Teeth COVID Collateral Damage
Mint – Cinnamon – Bubble Gum? Which floss flavor do you favor?
Perhaps the primary benefit of opting for a laser dental procedure is the decreased need for anesthesia. If you’re someone who’s had reactions to anesthesia in the past, this can be a good option for you.
For personalized, state-of-the-art family, general, and cosmetic dental services, Wilmington visits New Concept Dental! Schedule an appointment with us today. | (302) 778-3822
#FunFact The average toothbrush is home to around 2,500 individual bristles!
Did you know that you aren't born with the bacteria that cause tooth decay? Kids actually receive that from their parents.
"I really like this dentist office. Lindsay, who cleans my teeth is so nice, gentle, and has a great chair side manner! My dentist there is great also. I will keep going to New Concept Dental in the future." --Thanks for the 5-star Google review, Anne!
Celebrating our Dental Assistants this week!!
The bad news? It can be challenging to diagnose the exact cause of TMJ discomfort. The good news? Most TMJ disorders are diagnosed using non-invasive tests and the majority of patients respond well to non-surgical treatment and self-managed care.
Canker sores can be a real pain! Learn all about the common causes and available remedies: https://yhoo.it/3dAabWi
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What to know about canker sores, the bumps that form on your mouth or tongue
The mouth can be a notoriously difficult place for surgery because the problem soft tissue may be in a place that’s not easily accessible. Using laser dental techniques, it’s now possible to make short work of procedures that were once time-consuming, painful or impossible.
Many years ago, people used a variety of ingredients like soap, chalk, ginseng, ashes, and even eggshells to make toothpaste. It was in the year 1914 when fluoride was added to the formula.
It's Daylight Saving Time, everyone! Don't forget to Spring Forward!
When is a filling required? When dental cavities break through the surface enamel of teeth, they may get bigger unless your dentist closes them off with fillings.
