Dr. Groves: The Best Orthodontist in the Mid-Cities

As a dentist in Bedford, I have patients who sometimes ask for recommendations for related health services, such as orthodontics. While there are quite a few options available, my go-to guy whom I trust my patients with the most is Dr. Ron Groves. Dr. Groves has been operating Groves Orthodontics in nearby Southlake for 21 years, and in that time... read more »

Periodontal Disease

Bleeding gums should not be considered “normal”, yet the National Institute of Health and the Centers for Disease Control have found that about half of Americans over the age of 30 have gums that bleed when they brush or floss. Bleeding gums could mean that you have periodontal disease. Periodontal diseases are caused by infections in the tissues that surround... read more »

2016’s Best Gifts for a Classic Christmas

Are you still on the hunt for the perfect Christmas present? Some people can be tough to shop for, so I’d like to help out by sharing some great gift ideas I came across this year. If there is one theme I’ve noticed this year, I’d call it “old school cool”. A lot of the most popular items are classics... read more »

The HSA and FSA Cheat Sheet

There’s not many days left in 2016, and that means it’s time for open enrollment.  Among your options, you might have access to a Health Savings Accounts (HSA) or a Flexible Savings Accounts (FSA). Unless you work in the insurance industry, understanding how these programs work can be confusing. One study demonstrated that 77% of people made mistakes when signing... read more »

The Best Halloween Haunts in Bedford

It’s October, and that means it’s almost Halloween in Bedford! It’s a holiday that is filled with thrills, mystery, and superstition, and we can always count on Halloween to bring us a little bit of fun. What began as a Celtic harvest festival, eventually transformed into the modern monolith of masks and makeup we see today. Cakes became candy, turnips... read more »

Fall Football, Fairs, and Food

Before we enter a dark and dreary winter (not that we have anything to complain about in Texas), we get to experience the vibrant changes that come in the fall. It’s our last chance to get some activity in before the light of the year begins to set. Don’t fret, however; with the Texas State Fair arriving and football season... read more »

Independence Day, Bedford Style

This weekend is the celebration of America’s 240th birthday, our Independence Day. We commemorate the adoption of the Declaration of Independence (though, what day should be celebrated could be argued). We show our reverence for this holiday by spending time with close friends and family, decorating everything in patriotic colors, feasting, and watching the wonder that fireworks bring to kids... read more »