Nicole M. Paxson D.D.S.

04/25/2026

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04/23/2026

Happy World Book Day! We are all HUGE readers. We are always looking for a new book to dive into. What are you reading this summer?

04/22/2026

04/22/2026

Chaos coordinators.
Insurance whisperers.
The heartbeat of Paxson Dental . 🦷✨
Happy Administrative Professionals Day to the incredible team Monica and Heather that keeps our office running smoothly! From navigating tricky claims to making sure every patient feels welcome the moment they walk in, you do it all with a smile. We’d be lost without you!
Drop a ❤️ to help us celebrate our amazing front desk superstars today!

04/20/2026

Do you love your smile? If not, why wait? We have options to help you feel more confident and content with your smile. Ask Dr. Paxson at your next visit or call 989-793-8650
2026 is the year to do it for yourself

04/16/2026

Fluoride is a trace mineral naturally found in small amounts in a variety of foods. It is most recognized for its role in preventing and reversing dental caries and building strong teeth and bones. Most fluoride is absorbed in the gut and stored in bones and teeth. Unabsorbed fluoride is excreted in urine. Children absorb fluoride more efficiently than adults, as their teeth and bones are rapidly forming.

If left untreated, cavities can lead to infections, tooth pain, and tooth loss, and are associated with weight gain, impaired quality of life, and even negative school performance. Obtaining adequate fluoride lowers the risk of developing dental caries as it has antibacterial effects, protects tooth enamel from breaking down, and supports healthy growth of the tooth.

Community tap water has been fluoridated in the United States since 1945 for the prevention of dental caries. Studies have shown that fluoridated water lowers the risk of tooth decay and premature tooth loss in children and adults.

We recommend kids (and adults) get a fluoride treatment at each cleaning visit and brush with a toothpaste with fluoride to promote good health

04/14/2026

At every exam, Dr. Paxson does an oral cancer screening. Our hygienist's and dental assistants are also trained to look for anything out of the ordinary and alert Dr. Paxson to take a closer look

Approximately 58,500 people in the U.S. will be newly diagnosed with oral cancer this year. 132 new people in the US EVERY DAY will be newly diagnosed with oral cancer, and that one person EVERY HOUR OF THE DAY, 24/7/365 will die from it

While smoking and to***co use are still major risk factors, the fastest-growing segment of oral cancer patients is young, healthy, nonsmoking individuals due to the connection to the HPV virus. We can only hope to save lives with professional involvement (exams) and public awareness.
Questions or concerned you may have something you want to be checked out? Please call the office and set up an exam today. 989-793-8650

04/07/2026

Our amazing hygiene team is not only made of of super stars Karen and Renee. We lean on our understudies too. Many of you have had the pleasure of seeing either Tricia, Sydney, Chelsea or Hannah for your visits. They are amazing and we wish we could have 6 rooms to keep them all here all day 💜💙🩷 These ladies work at different offices, filling in when needed . They walk into the unknown every shift like SUPERHEROES and educate and explain oral health to patients they don't have a history with. They genuinely care about each and every patient and we have so much respect for what they do. THANK YOU is never enough for their hard work! Shout out if you'd had one of these wonderful ladies at your re care appointments and 💛 them too!

04/07/2026

This week is National Dental Hygienists Week, and we’re taking a moment to celebrate our amazing hygiene team! They are so much more than "teeth cleaners"—they are preventative specialists, patient educators, and the friendly faces that make every visit special.
From calming nervous patients to sharing the best home-care tips, they go above and beyond every single day. We are so lucky to have them, and we know our patients are too!
Help us celebrate! Drop a comment below to share some love for your favorite hygienist! 👇✨

04/06/2026

Good luck to the Michigan Wolverines today!! Beat UConn 🏀🥇