Greetings!

I love fireworks. I have been known to travel far and wide (well, to Edgewater Park) for spectacular firework displays, but nothing beats watching fireworks here in Medina. There is something wonderfully familiar about driving over to the high school,

setting up our chairs then moving them repeatedly until my wife finds the perfect spot, and discovering we ended up right where we started. We inevitably find ourselves next to someone we know, and spend the evening chatting and enjoying the light show in the sky.

Fireworks today are such technologically advanced events ..musically coordinated, computerized displays that dazzle. Yet a big part of the attraction of the evening is sitting with neighbors and friends, and sharing a moment of our lives. To me, fireworks epitomize the best of small town America.

I like to think that our dental practice embraces both of these elements. We pride ourselves on knowing our patients, and treating each and every person as an individual. We take the time to make sure they feel relaxed and at home. At the same time, we are proud of the technological advances of our office. We do not jump on the band wagon of every razzle dazzle, over marketed dental gizmo. Rather, we relentlessly study and analyze and only use technology that will truly benefit our patient's dental health. We know we offer our patients the best possible dental care in a very warm, caring environment.

So this summer, whether you are enjoying a huge fireworks show, or just watching the kids run around the yard with sparklers, be thankful for small town America and all that it has to offer. And if you see me moving my chair at the fireworks display, be sure to say hello!

Keep Flossing!

Dr. Milewski

Don't take a vacation from good dental hygiene! The following tips will make sure you return from your travels with great memories and a great smile!

Driving on vacation this summer? Remember to choose healthy snacks, staying away from high sugar drinks and food.
Travel size toothbrushes are easily found in the drugstores. But not all toothbrushes are created equal. Find one with soft bristles and a rounded edge that won't injure your gums. And brush! Twice a day!
If you are flying, remember the new restrictions for carry on toiletries! Travel sizes of tooth paste and mouthwash are readily available in drugstores and easily carried.
A vacation from work doesn't mean a vacation from flossing. I recommend flossing once a day, yes, even on vacation!
If you have a dental emergency while on vacation, the local hospital or dental society can be very helpful in referring a dentist for emergency care. I can always be reached by phone for advice or to answer a question. Remember, my phone number is on the back of your toothbrush we give you at your cleaning appointment, so I am always easy to find!
If you are traveling outside of the country, it is best to have your teeth in great shape before leaving on your trip. Unfortunately, not all the countries of the world have the same standards of dental care as the United Sates. This article by the American Dental Association, Dental Care Away From Home recommends resources to help you with dental problems when traveling abroad.
Remember, a vacation from work is not a vacation from good dental hygiene! Have fun, send us a postcard, and keep smiling!