Treating A Cavity Without a Drill? I Was Skeptical Too.
Treating A Cavity Without a Drill? I Was Skeptical Too. No needles. No drilling. No filling. When I tried a new way to help teeth heal themselves, my own husband became the first patient. By Dr. Yenile Y. Pinto, DDS Functional & Biomimetic Dentist October 2026 “That’s it? Did you even do anything?” That was […]
The Night I Realized I Was the Maid, Not the Mom
The Night I Realized I Was the Maid, Not the Mom The one selfish rule that saved my evenings, and helped my kids. By Dr. Yenile Y. Pinto, DDS Functional & Biomimetic Dentist September 2026 You know that stretch of the evening you actually wait for all day? Dinner is done, the dishes are handled, […]
Perimenopause Dental Symptoms Most Women Miss | Deering Dental
What Your Dentist Sees Before You Know You’re in Perimenopause Five signs I’m catching in women in their late thirties and forties, and why the mouth gets there first. By Dr. Yenile Y. Pinto DDS (I’ve put together a Perimenopause Mouth-Body Checklist at the end of this article. It’s the checklist I wish every woman […]
Pizza Night, Marriage Advice, and the Health Hack Hiding in Your Daily Routine
Pizza Night, Marriage Advice, and the Health Hack Hiding in Your Daily Routine By Dr. Yenile Y. Pinto DDS Everyone loves a big moment. The epic birthday party.The extravagant gift.The vacation that looks like a highlight reel. Those moments are great.I’m not here to knock them. But close your eyes for a second and think […]
Dr. Pinto’s Pizza Recipe
The Pinto Family Pizza Recipe The recipe we’ve tweaked until the kids said it’s better than takeout This started as a basic pizza dough recipe and turned into our family’s go-to dinner. We’ve made it so many times now that we’ve dialed in every little detail — what temperature works best, how long to let […]
When ‘Fresh Breath’ Comes With a Health Tradeoff
When ‘Fresh Breath’ Comes With a Health Tradeoff What Mouthwash May Be Doing to Your Oral Microbiome, & Why It Matters for Your Health By Dr. Yenile Y. Pinto DDS When we were kids, peanut butter and jelly sandwiches were everywhere. It wasn’t my favorite lunch, but I can’t remember sitting at a school lunch […]
Less Screens, Less Fighting
Less Screens, Less Fighting: What a Screen-Free Road Trip Taught Our Family By Dr. Yenile Y. Pinto DDS A few years ago, we started limiting screen time in our house. Our rule is simple:No screens Monday through Thursday (unless required for school). Road trips were always the exception.Until this year. The idea I Didn’t Love […]
Snoring Husband? Try This
Snoring Husband? Try This. How a $40 dollar Amazon find, cured my husband’s sleep apnea. By Dr. Yenile Y. Pinto DDS Note: I have no affiliation with Intake Breathing. I am sharing my husband’s story and what worked for him because if you snore, I think it may help you too. Do you love your […]
Clear Retainers: What Dentists and Orthodontists Want You To Know
Clear Retainers: What Dentists and Orthodontists Want You To Know By Dr. Yenile Y. Pinto DDS as featured in Woman’s World This article was featured in Woman’s World by By Nick Hazleton. February 6, 2025 We talked to dental professionals who that clear retainers are one of best ways to maintain your smile after braces […]
Perfect Smile 101: 8 Factors Your Cosmetic Dentist Should Never Overlook
Perfect Smile 101: 8 Factors Your Cosmetic Dentist Should Never Overlook By Dr. Yenile Y. Pinto DDS When it comes to smiles, you have your own version of “perfect.” For some, it’s a big, bold smile, while others prefer something more subtle and natural. But achieving your ideal smile isn’t about just picking a look […]
How Dr. Villena’s Passion for Functional Medicine Transforms Smiles:
How Dr. Villena’s Passion for Functional Medicine Transforms Smiles: By Dr. Yenile Y. Pinto DDS A Conversation with Deering Dental’s Newest Doctor At Deering Dental, we believe in bringing together the best talent and passion for delivering exceptional care. That’s why I’m thrilled to introduce Dr. James Villena to you. He brings an impressive background […]
Beware the Bargain
Beware the Bargain: Exposing the Truth About Cheap Veneers By Dr. Yenile Y. Pinto DDS Just the other night, after the day’s chaos had settled and my daughters were finally asleep, I found myself scrolling through Instagram. Yes, I know, not the best habit. But there it was, an ad that stopped me in my […]
Smile Direct Club Leaves Patients Stranded
Smile Direct Club Leaves Patients Stranded Dr. Pinto’s Perspective on Smile Direct Club’s Sudden Shutdown: Insights and Next Steps Today, I want to dive into a topic that’s been causing quite a stir in the dental community: the overnight closure of Smile Direct Club (SDC). Let’s unpack what happened, why it matters, and what paths […]
Is Your Smile Stealing Your Dream Vacation?
“Your Next Vacation vs. Your Dental Bill: A Choice You Shouldn’t Have to Make” It happened to one of my patients. Learn how you can prevent it from happening to you. By Dr. Yenile Pinto DDS What is the real value of dentistry? Is it just about the price tag, or is there more to […]
Surviving Road Trips
Our Family’s Guide to Surviving Road Trips: Dr. Pinto and Peter’s Top 5 Tips By Peter Pinto & Dr. Yenile Pinto The car is loaded. You’re 75% sure you have everything you need. The kids are already strapped in their seats as you pace through the house with a lingering “Did I forget something?” feeling. […]
Lack of Trust
The Domino Effect: Declining Trust, Declining Health and How to Fix It Have you ever watched an old movie or TV show where the local doctor made a house call? My daughters and I love watching old episodes of Little House On The Prairie, and of course, one of my favorite characters is Dr. Baker. […]
Top 5 Books by Peter Pinto
5 Books That Helped Shape Your Experience At Deering Dental If you’re an entrepreneur like myself, you know there’s no such thing as off the clock. Even if you’re not working, you’re always thinking about how to crack some nut you’re trying to solve regarding your business. Whether it’s developing systems to make your business […]
Working Together
Working Side by Side: Balancing Love and Business The other night, Yenile and I were just lying in bed, chatting about our day – something we do a lot. And guess what came up? The question we get at least once a week: “How do you handle being married and running a business together?” This […]
Tooth Fairy Hack
Dr. Pinto’s Tooth Fairy Hack: Make the Tooth Fairy Your Ally and Partner in Crime As a mom of four girls, the Tooth Fairy is almost a regular visitor at our home. My husband Peter had an ingenious idea to make this magical being more than just a money-exchanger for lost teeth. When our oldest, […]
Dental Industry Secret
Dirty Dental Industry Secret The Miserable “Spread it Out” Strategy by Dr. Yenile Y. Pinto DDS Jorge knew he had some major dental issues to fix. His smile was getting crooked and yellow but for years he just put it off and put it off. Eventually he got fed up feeling embarrassed in front of […]
