Stephen H. Hook, DDS

Concerned about shingles? Anyone older than 40 has virtually a 99% chance of being exposed to the chickenpox virus in their lifetime. In later life that virus can come back and manifest itself as shingles a nasty little interlude that would be best to avoid. Vaccines are being tested and I just was surveyed about a couple of them. It was fascinating to take the survey. If you like to be involved in public opinion/marketing research/health surveys this link might be fun to follow://tracking.surveycheck.com/aff_c?offer_id=1915&aff_id=2619&aff_sub=completePage&aff_sub2=ZLP0a8y8TbgOMNzIoAlWuIR18uK6yp9h

Our motto has always been "dentistry with a light-hearted touch". Some have remarked:"What does that mean?" Well, if you watch this video, no doubt will exist!

They take care of everything here and no worries about the insurance

Inspirational interview with a doctor that didn't let any obstacle stop her.

Take a moment to listen to Mr. Rogers testifying before congress. He brings "goosebumps" to a senator by simply stating the power of truthful, compassionate communication. The cuts being contemplated now to the Arts, PBS etc. and the evisceration of our Affordable Health Care Act are the WRONG DIRECTION to go Mr. President! For as long as I have practiced I have tried to educate, empower and compassionately reach my patients and the public--something Mr. Trump seems unwilling to do.

Is your jaw or your head aching when you wake up in the morning and bothering you during the day? The cause can be teeth grinding you aren't aware you're doing and it's probably caused by stress in your life. Please read my latest blog for some suggestions about getting help: http://www.dochook.com/stress-and-teeth-grinding-aka-bruxi/

Don't become a "Gummy Bear"! Click below to learn in my latest blog how to avoid this dreaded condition! http://www.dochook.com/dental-therapy-cavities-dental-plaq/

POLAR BEARS, SNOWMEN AND TEETH NEED TO BE WHITE? n a consumer-directed video on the Business Insider (12/19, Kim, Kakoyiannis) website, American Dental Association spokesperson Dr. Ada Cooper states that there are three essential methods to whiten teeth, including whitening toothpastes, in-office procedures, and take-home trays.

Can you keep your extracted teeth? http://www.oralanswers.com/can-you-keep-extracted-teeth/

Your Guide to Finding and Paying for Dental Care ...It’s important to know all your options when choosing the right dental plan for you and your family. Use this buying guide to get startedand get covered.

Golden Retriever puppy receives braces after a trip to the ‘doggie dentist’http://pix11.com//golden-retriever-puppy-receives-braces-/

Name Something A Dentist Might Give You.: Come in today and we will make sure you get well taken care of!

A Dentist’s View on Tackling the National Dental Health Crisis: http://www.huffingtonpost.com//dental-health-care_b_401699