Discovery Dental Begins The First Phase of Our Office Renovation

If you haven't noticed already, Dr. Stinchfield and our team at Discovery Dental are excited to announce that we've begun our office renovation project. We started the first phase of the four phase renovation project at the end of this January, and we are planning for the renovation to span over the next two years.

The Discovery Dental office renovation will mend many of the issues with the older building, and create space for Dr. David Stinchfield's brother, Tom Stinchfield, DDS, to join the practice this July. These new office updates will also increase the efficiency of our office, and provide a more comfortable experience for our patients. Of course, we will still be retaining our office's beautiful scenery.

Pardon the dust for the next two years as we make way for these exciting changes!

American Heart Month

Did you know February is American Heart Month? It’s a great time to take notice of the health of your heart, says Dr. Stinchfield. Cardiovascular disease remains American's number one killer, according to the American Heart Association. Studies have shown a correlation between gum disease and heart disease, underscoring the importance of good oral health care.

Visiting our office on a regular basis can help prevent gum disease or at least catch it in its early stages. And because people with dental insurance are more likely to visit their dentist when they should, a healthy mouth begins with a visit to Discovery Dental. In observance of Heart Month, Dr. Stinchfield says it’s also important to know your numbers: blood pressure (less than 120/80), cholesterol (less than 200) and BMI (less than 25). If you have any questions about heart health, or about your treatment at Discovery Dental, please give us a call today.

Prioritize your oral health with regular checkups!

If you’re brushing and flossing on a regular basis, we think that’s fantastic! But, don’t forget that it’s also important to visit Dr. Stinchfield every six months, in addition to brushing your teeth a couple times a day.


It's important to visit Discovery Dental for regular hygiene visits, so that we can ward off the damaging effects of periodontal disease (the leading cause of tooth loss in adults), and catch problems while they are small and easily restorable. Putting off valuable regular hygiene appointments can end up costing you much more in the end! If we can save a tooth from the traumatic/catastrophic event of a fracture or toothache, you are much better off. In the end, regular checkups save the patient time, money and discomfort.

Small problems in the mouth get larger each day they go untreated. Get 'em while they're small! Visit our website today to schedule your next appointment with Dr. Stinchfield.

Dr. Stinchfield supports National Children’s Dental Health Month

With February being National Children's Dental Health Month, our team at Discovery Dental thought we'd share a few good oral hygiene tips with our patients, courtesy of the American Dental Association, or ADA.

• Teeth brushing techniques: It takes only two minutes to properly brush, using short, gentle strokes and devoting extra attention to the gumline, areas around fillings and hard-to-reach areas such as the back teeth.
• Flossing: hold the floss snugly between thumbs and index finger and place between each of the teeth, making sure to go beneath the gumline and curving the floss around the base of each tooth.
• Snack wisely: choose healthy snacks such as vegetables, fruits and cheese and avoid sticky, chewy candies that can stick to the teeth. If you eat these snacks, make sure to brush after doing so.
• Carbonated or sugary drinks: these beverages create acids that can damage the teeth when mixed with saliva, so they should be avoided altogether. When drinking one of these beverages, avoid sipping on it throughout the day. Rather, have a drink and then brush your teeth.
• Regular dental visits: You should visit us regularly (approximately every six months).

National Children's Dental Health Month, now in its 61st year, aims to increase awareness about the importance of kids' oral health. If you have any questions about keeping your mouth healthy, or about your treatment with Discovery Dental, please feel free to give us a call!