Dr. Vance has been a practicing dentist for more than 35 years and is currently a dental associate at a private practice in Plymouth, Mich. He graduated from the University of Detroit’s School of Dentistry and is a member of the American Dental Association, Michigan Dental Association, Detroit District Dental Society and the American Association of Dental Consultants. Dr. Vance has been a dental consultant for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan for the past 15 years and is the newest blogger for A Healthier Michigan.
#HealthyMurr: David visits the dentist
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After 10 years of avoiding the dentist, David paid a visit to Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan’s dental expert Dr. Gary Vance for a check up. David received a full cleaning and spoke with Dr. Vance about the importance of visiting the dentist twice a year, as well as:
- Has a dental appointment changed much in 10 years?
- What is gum disease and is it more than just bad breath?
- What will a dental exam actually include?
Do you think David will end up with any cavities? Be sure to take a look at the full visit below!
Follow his journey on Twitter with #HealthyMurr and at ahealthiermichigan.org/healthymurr.