The holidays are rapidly approaching! Soon the stores will be riddled with panic-stricken shoppers trying to finalize their last minute shopping lists! And just when you think you’ve finished – you remember – “THE STOCKINGS!” Gillespie Dental Associates would like to help solve your dilemma and offer you some practical and healthy stocking stuffer options. A new toothbrush is... read more »
At Gillespie Dental Associates, staying one step ahead of the game on dental knowledge and technological advances remains paramount. Dental implants are no exception! Oftentimes, patients are referred to a specialist when seeking this treatment, however, Dr. Gillespie and Dr. Peterson are both experienced in placing dental implants here in our office! What are Dental Implants? Dental implants are placed... read more »
I am a (relatively) young survivor so my experience is a bit different from the majority of folks. I was originally diagnosed at age 32 in 2016. I have no family history so I had no intention of getting a mammogram in my 30s. However, I found a lump right near the surface, just under the skin on my left... read more »
Getting an oral cancer exam can save your life! The inside of the mouth is normally lined with a special type of skin (mucosa) that is smooth and coral pink in color. Any alteration in this appearance could be a warning sign for a pathological process. The most serious of these is oral cancer. The following can be signs at... read more »
Although not a digital native, I am very comfortable with the digital world. It’s not that I have necessarily sought out cool digital technology in my life, but I certainly haven’t offered up much resistance to its ever-increasing reach into my life, either. Most recently, I find that I have inadvertently dropped into the world of augmented reality without even... read more »
I’d unravel every riddle for any individual, In trouble or in pain. With the thoughts that I’d be thinkin’, I could be another Lincoln, If I only had a brain. --Scarecrow, The Wizard of Oz Therefore, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Universitatus Committeeatum E Pluribus Unum, I hereby confer upon you the Honorary Degree... read more »
Earlier this summer, I underwent elective surgery following a bout of diverticulitis. Why one would undergo elective surgery following a bout of diverticulitis is a story for another time, but one of the many epiphanies I had during this experience was just how huge the little things can mean in the time of need. I’m a control freak. I’m also... read more »
With your help, we reached Hall of Fame status in the category of Best Dentist in Mountain Xpress' Best of WNC Competition last year! Help us win again this year! Please take a minute and go to http://mountainx.com/bestofwnc/ to cast your ballot! Mtn. Xpress asks that you vote for at least 30 categories for the ballot to count, so be thinking about your... read more »
A New Year, A Fresh Perspective! This January, our staff visited the Biltmore Estate to attend a “Cultivating Change” workshop at the Biltmore Center for Professional Development. During this eye-opening session, Biltmore shared with us many changes within the history of their organization. They explained that while these changes were challenging, embracing them allowed Biltmore to stay ahead of the... read more »
Happy New Year! We hope 2016 is all you wish it to be! Timothy E. Gillespie, DMD & Staff