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52 S Main St # A Kent City, MI 49330(616) 678-4040

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Our team of dental specialists and staff strive to improve the overall health of our patients by focusing on preventing, diagnosing and treating conditions associated with your teeth and gums. Please use our dental library to learn more about dental problems and treatments available. If you have questions or need to schedule an appointment, contact us.

People living with diabetes are vulnerable to a host of systemic problems in their entire body. Unfortunately, the mouth and teeth are not immune from such problems, and many diabetics with oral problems go undiagnosed until conditions become advanced.

Infections and other problems such as receding gums and gum disease, or periodontal disease, are common afflictions among diabetics for many reasons; for instance, diabetics often are plagued by diminished saliva production, which can hamper the proper cleansing of cavity-causing debris and bacteria from the mouth. In addition, blood sugar levels that are out of balance could lead to problems that promote cavities and gum disease.

As with any condition, good oral hygiene, including regular brushing, flossing and rinsing, as well as the proper diabetic diet, will go a long way in preventing needless problems.


Michael T Watkins

Dr. Watkins attended the University of Michigan and graduated from the School of Dentistry in 1987. He practiced in the Kalamazoo area for three years before relocating to Kent City in June of 1990.

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Michael T. Watkins, DDS
52 S Main St # A
Kent City, MI 49330

(616) 678-4040

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Tuesday:8:30 AM - 05:00 PM
Wednesday:8:30 AM - 05:00 PM
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