Blog of Bend Dentist Dr. Kelley Mingus

One Way the Europeans Have Us Beat …

By Dr. Kelly Mingus on 06-21-10. Comments 0

It’s the phenomenal architecture. If you have ever traveled to London, Rome, Paris or virtually any major city in the Old World, the architectural splendor just blows you away.

Meet My Special Extended Families

By Dr. Kelly Mingus on 06-21-10. Comments 0

I am quite fortunate to be the benefactor of several families. As a husband and father, I enjoy spending time with my own family, but I also have the privilege of spending time with two other families at our Bend dental office.

Are Silver Fillings a Viable Option for Treating Teeth?

By Distinctive Dentistry on 04-19-10. Comments 0

The use of amalgam fillings can create significant controversy these days.  In my opinion there are two issues with amalgam fillings.  The first has to do with the elements that are used in amalgam.  Amalgams are made of several alloys that include Tin, Mercury, Zinc, Copper, and others.  There are many studies available that support

Smile Makeovers & Veneers: A Vision

By Editor on 10-26-09. Comments 0

The benefits of having a beautiful smile have never been more understood than they are right now. I get approached daily by guests who want to improve their smile, but believe that it can’t be improved or that the costs will be too much of an obstacle. The saying that, "You don’t know what you don’t know," couldn’t be more applicable to the fears associated with improving your smile. I have improved hundreds of smiles and the one that stands out the most in my mind involved only one tooth.

What Are Neuromuscular Dentures?

By Editor on 10-26-09. Comments 2

Neuromuscular dentures are not to be confused with regular dentures. Millions of people suffer daily from dentures that do not fit correctly. They have a difficult time eating and their dentures are unstable and come loose at inopportune times. Worst of all their faces look like they are wearing dentures.