Cochell Family Dentistry Blog

If you’ve been making it to your regular dental visits, congratulations! You’re doing your part to stay committed to your long-term oral health. But it’s worth keeping in mind that dental visits aren’t just a time to sit back and relax as the dentist cleans and polishes your teeth. It’s also an opportunity to get information straight from a reliable source when it comes to dental care. The next time you visit, take a moment… (Read More)

When it comes to medical emergencies, you know when it’s time to see a doctor or visit an emergency room. A broken arm, chest pain, severe bleeding, these are all obvious signs that you need to see an emergency doctor immediately. But what should you do when you wake up with an aching tooth or sensitivity? When is it time to call after hours vs. wait until regular business hours to address a dental issue?… (Read More)

With 2018 coming to a close, it’s about that time to start thinking about what annual benefits you could be utilizing before they reset. Out of all the annual benefits Americans have, dental insurance is one of the most common to go unused. According to a research study published by Lincoln Financial Group, one out of four employees with dental insurance haven’t been to the dentist in the past 12 months. So, what can you… (Read More)

For Cochell Family Dentistry’s first blog post ever, we’re very excited to summarize exactly what you can expect when you come in for dental care. Drs. Travis and Christel Cochell are honored to have the opportunity to serve those living in the Salem community as well as the surrounding areas. To help readers get more acclimated, we’ll be going over the services you can expect at their practice as well as the location and hours.… (Read More)