The Effects of Sleep Apnea on Dental Health
posted: Mar. 22, 2022.

Sleep apnea is an increasingly common medical condition, and one that can have a truly devastating effect on the waking life of the sufferer. Those who suffer from the disorder Read more
Go Green for St. Patrick’s Day
posted: Mar. 15, 2022.

Millions of people, around CAMBRIDGE, Minnesota and beyond, wear green on St. Patrick’s Day so they can show their spirit for the holiday and avoid getting pinched. While it may Read more
The Secret to Keeping Your Teeth for Life
posted: Mar. 08, 2022.

The secret to keeping your teeth for life involves more than one secret. The first is that there is no secret; and in fact, there really is no difficulty involved. Read more
Are your teeth ready for the big day?
posted: Mar. 01, 2022.

Capturing the Moment At Melissa Hutchens DDS we know that just about anyone who has taken on the challenge of planning her own wedding could tell you how important the little Read more
Germs living on my toothbrush? Say it ain’t so!
posted: Feb. 22, 2022.

You may have heard talk about the germs that can reside on your toothbrush and thought, “really?” It’s true—there are several kinds of bacteria that can lurk on the bristles of Read more
Teeth Grinding
posted: Feb. 15, 2022.

It might seem like you’ve gotten a great night’s sleep—but why aren’t you well rested? Worse, why are you waking up with: A headache Ringing in your ears or an earache Pain in Read more
Choose Chocolate on Valentine's Day
posted: Feb. 08, 2022.

From a student handing out sweets for her classmates to an older married couple exchanging boxes of candy, Valentine’s Day is the time of year when people like to show Read more
February is Heart Month
posted: Feb. 01, 2022.

The American Academy of Periodontology stresses the importance of good oral health since gum disease may be linked to heart disease and stroke. Thus far, no cause-and-effect relationship has been Read more
Root Canal Procedure
posted: Jan. 25, 2022.

Five words no one welcomes: “You need a root canal.” But if you are delaying treatment because you are worried about pain and an uncomfortable day in the dentist’s chair, Read more
Chewing Gum: Fact and Fiction
posted: Jan. 18, 2022.

Remember all the things your parents would tell you when you were growing up to scare you away from doing something? Like how lying might make your nose grow, misbehaving Read more
Four Great Additions to Your Dental-Healthy Diet
posted: Jan. 11, 2022.

Calcium from dairy products for strong bones and teeth? Check. Vitamin C from fruits and vegetables for gum health? Check. Protein from lean meats, eggs, and fish to create, maintain, Read more
Going Green for the New Year
posted: Jan. 04, 2022.

Does your list of New Year’s resolutions for the coming months include reducing your ecological footprint? If so, let’s ring in the year with some basic—and some innovative—dental ideas to Read more
A Brighter Smile for the New Year
posted: Dec. 28, 2021.

The beginning of a new year is the perfect opportunity for a fresh start for you and your smile. At Melissa Hutchens DDS, a brighter smile is quick and easy! Given Read more
What are dental implants?
posted: Dec. 21, 2021.

Do you have a space where a tooth used to be? Were you born with a missing tooth? Are you getting ready for dentures? You may be a good candidate Read more
Dental X-Rays: Are They Safe?
posted: Dec. 14, 2021.

X-rays have been a function of dental healthcare for a long time. That in and of itself should be good news, because it means we've had plenty of time to Read more
‘Tis the Season—for Healthy Dental Choices!
posted: Dec. 07, 2021.

It might be the most wonderful time of the year, but if you’re dashing through the snow to an emergency dental appointment, you’re not feeling very jolly. And post-holiday, no Read more