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Welcoming our new associate, Dr. Chad Phillips! Staley Dental is excited to welcome Dr. Chad Phillips to our practice. Dr. Phillips brings a strong combination of clinical skill, creative problem-solving, and a genuine passion for helping people feel confident in their oral health. He grew up in Wichita, Kansas, studied biology at Baker University, and…

To Cheers or Not to Cheers? The holiday season is a great time to celebrate with friends and family. You might feel almost overwhelmed at the number of gatherings and catch ups over this time. It’s also a time when we tend to overindulge in food and alcohol.  While many people are aware of how…

Many people think that as long as they watch their sugar intake and brush and floss each day, they’re teeth will be fine. And it’s true. Sugar and teeth don’t mix. And if you don’t brush those pearly whites twice a day and floss once a day, plaque is going to build up, which can…

Try new tooth-friendly treats. Now that the weather is heating up, you’re probably wondering what kinds of healthy, tooth-friendly treats will be cool with the kids now that they are home all day. To help keep your child’s dental health in check, there are tooth-friendly (and healthy!) snacks you can give them without feeling guilty.…

It’s a well-known fact that sleep impacts your mood. Your brain activity fluctuates while you sleep, increasing or decreasing as you move through the phases of the sleep cycle. Each stage significantly influences your brain health, helping you think, learn, and remember things better. The amount of sleep you get profoundly affects your mental health.…

Winter in Boise, Idaho, is a wonderful time of year, offering plenty of activities to partake in with family and friends. Some of the best things to do in Boise center around the beautiful nature found within, and just outside, the city. Hiking local scenic trails, for instance, offers a fun and healthy pastime that…

For children, the tradition of the tooth fairy helps them feel more comfortable with losing their baby teeth, bringing a bit of magic into the world. If you have a child who is getting ready to begin losing teeth, preparing them for the process and for the tradition of the tooth fairy is crucial. By…

Activity ideas to get your family ready for fall. Are you ready for the fall in Boise, Idaho? With careful planning, you can make the most of the season with fun autumn family activities. Consider trying these engaging things to do in Boise, Idaho, to keep the whole family entertained this fall. 1. Establish a…

Get out and enjoy fall in Boise, Idaho. Keeping everyone in your family happy can be a real challenge, especially if you have children of different ages. However, there are plenty of family fall activities you can choose from in Boise, Idaho, to do just that. We’ve already provided some examples, but here are some…

Beware: This Post Might Make You Hungry! We all know eating out gets expensive and unhealthy. But finding the time to make dinner after a chaotic day can be next to impossible. Besides, there are only so many peanut butter and jelly sandwiches we can stomach. Especially for dinner. If this is something you regularly…