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• posted: Oct. 03, 2023

the doctor, as well as our team at Melissa Hutchens DDS, would like to give those patients with flex spend, health savings, or insurance benefits a friendly end of the Read More

• posted: Sep. 26, 2023

As a parent, you know how important a happy, relaxed atmosphere is when it comes to making your child feel at home. We would like to make our CAMBRIDGE, Minnesota Read More

• posted: Sep. 19, 2023

It seems like yesterday. There you were, comforting your baby through sleepless nights, soothing her with a dentist-approved teether, celebrating as that first tiny tooth poked through her gums. And Read More

• posted: Sep. 12, 2023

Dental problems do not always wait for normal office hours. Broken fillings or damaged teeth are common reasons for emergency treatment. Toothaches and abscesses can also require prompt attention. the Read More

• posted: Sep. 05, 2023

The “Back to School” ads are out already? Halloween candy’s showing up in stores? Just a minute—summer isn’t quite over yet! While the days are still warm, let’s look at Read More

• posted: Aug. 29, 2023

Labor Day is upon us, and that means the non-official end to summer. Before the kids head back to school and temperatures start to cool down, this is your last Read More

• posted: Aug. 22, 2023

We know how frustrating it can be to discover your child has one or more cavities when you come to visit Melissa Hutchens DDS. There are several ways to prevent Read More

• posted: Aug. 15, 2023

At Melissa Hutchens DDS, we know many people have experienced some form of mouth sores or irritation. Some mouth sores are harmless and go away on their own after a Read More

• posted: Aug. 08, 2023

Sure, you brush your teeth and floss regularly, so you might think you’re off the hook when it comes to the dental chair. However, it’s just as important for adults Read More

• posted: Aug. 01, 2023

Here we are in the middle of the hottest time of the year. Yes, it’s the dog days of summer. But, wait—just what are “the dog days of summer,” anyway? The Read More

• posted: Jul. 25, 2023

We’re used to seeing athletes wearing mouthguards at practice or play, because dental trauma is one of the most common (and predictable) sports injuries. But it’s not just athletes who Read More

• posted: Jul. 18, 2023

Toothpastes come in many forms and boast different flavors, benefits, and endorsements. All are designed to remove surface bacteria and prevent the buildup of plaque that can cause tooth decay. Read More

• posted: Jul. 11, 2023

Whether it’s your first child or you’re an experienced mom, pregnancy is an exciting time—which you’ll be able to enjoy much more once the days of morning sickness are over. Morning Read More

• posted: Jul. 04, 2023

Happy Independence Day from the doctor and team! The Fourth of July celebrations in America may have changed a lot over the years, but there is no doubt that we Read More

• posted: Jun. 27, 2023

Are you afraid to open your mouth because you have bad breath? You’re not alone bad breath or Halitosis happens to everyone, at one time or another. If you have Read More

• posted: Jun. 20, 2023

YES!  Studies have shown a correlation between gum disease and heart disease, underscoring the importance of good oral health care. Cardiovascular disease remains American’s leading killer, claiming more lives than Read More