Monkey See, Monkey Do!!!

Researchers from japan observed seven long-tailed macaques (monkeys) cleaning the spaces between their teeth in the same way humans do!

Researchers say the select group of female monkey in Thailand actually show their young how to floss their teeth--using human hair!

They spent double the amount of time flossing when they were being watched by their infants!!

Monkey see, monkey do? Time will tell. New studies will focus on the babies and how effective mom's instructions are.

Click HERE to see a video of these amazing mamas!

Introducing....

Dr. Drew and his lovely wife Candice, had a beautiful baby boy! Grant William Drew was born on May 1, 2010 at 7:07 am, and weighed 8 lbs 6 oz. mom and baby are doing great! Here are some adorable pictures of the new arrival. He is so precious, don't you agree!

Dental Humor

Dr. Drew has a sense of humor!!

Education

Here at Drew Family Dentistry, we pride ourselves in our involvement with the community. Dr. Drew and Melissa recently went to a local elementary school and gave a presentation about dental health and oral hygiene.

Here is our mascot! "Tilly the Tooth"

Here's what makes Tilly sad! Candy & chocolate

See how sad Tilly is?!

Here's Dr. Drew showing the kids how to floss. They are pretending to be teeth and he is flossing between them.

If you work at a local elementary school, or know someone who attends and would like a dental heath presentation at your school, call us at 480-839-0502. We love educating the community about oral health!

Kids Corner

Here at Drew Family Dentistry, children are not only welcomed but they are a huge part of our practice. visit our website to play games in the "Kids Corner". Here are some of our favorite games and dowloads!

Mouth Power

A Coloring Book

Marty goes to the Dentist

Crossword Puzzle

"Tell the Tooth"

Do You Grind Your Teeth?

Do wake up in the morning with pain and tightness in your jaw? Have you ever awakened yourself in the middle of the night with a loud clenching or grinding sound?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, you need to come into our Tempe, Arizona dental office to see Dr. Christopher Drew.

Bruxism is a habit of grinding or clenching the teeth. Clenching means you tightly hold your top and bottom teeth together. Grinding occurs when you slide your teeth back and forth over each other.

Here are some symptoms you may be experiencing if you are grinding or having jaw problems at night.

-headache

-soare jaw

-frequent toothaches

-facial pain

-worn or fractured tooth enamel

-loose teeth

-earache

-insomnia

How are how some jaw problems are treated.

Dr. Drew may suggest a night-gaurd to wear while you sleep. Night-gaurds sre helpful for bruxism caused by sleep, disorders, crooked or missing teeth or stress.

Pain from clenching and grinding can be relieved by paying attention to the symptoms, frequent6 visits to Dr. Drew's Tempe Dental office and good communication with Dr. Drew.

Oral Cancer Screening

Are you at risk for oral cancer? Virtually everyone is. Oral Cancer is one of the most curable diseases when caught early.

Increased Risks:

-Patients age 18-39 without lifestyle risk factors

High Risk:

-Patients age 40 and older without lifestyle risk factors

-Tobacco users (any age, any type)

Highest Risk:

-Patients age 40 and older with lifestyle risk factors (tobacco use/alcohol consumption)
-Patients with history of oral cancer

In an effort to detect oral cancer early, Dr. Drew can perform an annual Vizilite Plus exam, in combination with a conventional visual exam. Vizilite Plus uses technology that has been proven successful in identifying precancerous and cancerous abnormalities.

Vizilite Plus helps Dr. Drew identify oral lesions at their earliest stage of development. When premalignant lesions or early stage oral cancer is found, treatment is simpler, less invasive and more than 90% successful.

Here is how it works:

#1) First, you rinse with a cleansing solution.

#2) Then, your Dr. Drew will examine your mouth using Vizilite, a specially designed light.

#3) If a suspicious lesion is detected, it will be marked by a blue dye, and documented.

Call us today to come in for your oral Cancer screening! 480-839-0502