Jamaica Smiles Dental

10/02/2025

When Lt. Col. Rhonda C. Martin was just 19, she accidentally stepped into a Marine Corps recruiting office while on her way to apply for the Peace Corps.

According to a service press release last week, that chance decision turned into a distinguished 42-year military career.

This makes her the longest-serving active-duty Marine. Martin is set to retire at the end of this month.

https://www.blackenterprise.com/marine-trailblazer-retires-42-years/

10/01/2025

Marian Croak, the genius mind behind the technology that powers the way we all communicate today — Zoom, FaceTime, WhatsApp and more — has officially been honored with her place in the National Inventors Hall of Fame. 👑📲

With over 200 patents to her name, her work has shaped the world forever. Give her flowers while she can still smell them. 🌹

09/12/2025

Southern University and A&M College in Baton Rouge will be closed through the weekend after officials called a lockdown Thursday morning due to a “potential threat.”

07/07/2025

Historical evidence indicates that enslaved people were sold on July 4th in the United States, particularly in the South, and this practice highlights the hypocrisy of celebrating independence and liberty while the institution of slavery persisted.

07/07/2025

What to the Slave is July 4th?

01/03/2025

Thoughts?

01/03/2025

Focus on what truly matters.

08/08/2024

Dental trauma is more common than you may think. Learn what to do if you loosen a tooth on today’s blog!

Jamaica dentist, Hugh Parker, DMD is a local, trusted dental practice offering general and cosmetic dentistry, teeth whitening, implants, veneers & other dental care. Call today to make an appointment!

08/01/2024

One of the latest foods in dietary news is also one of the oldest—ancient grains. What makes these old-timers so appealing to modern tastes? Today’s blog has some (ancient) food for thought.

Jamaica dentist, Hugh Parker, DMD is a local, trusted dental practice offering general and cosmetic dentistry, teeth whitening, implants, veneers & other dental care. Call today to make an appointment!

07/25/2024

You know that smoking is bad for your overall health, and it’s just as bad for your oral health. Learn how smoking can affect your smile in today's blog!

Jamaica dentist, Hugh Parker, DMD is a local, trusted dental practice offering general and cosmetic dentistry, teeth whitening, implants, veneers & other dental care. Call today to make an appointment!

07/18/2024

We all know that dental emergencies are unexpected and can happen at any time. Today's blog highlights some common dental emergencies, and what you should do if you experience one.

Jamaica dentist, Hugh Parker, DMD is a local, trusted dental practice offering general and cosmetic dentistry, teeth whitening, implants, veneers & other dental care. Call today to make an appointment!

06/13/2024

Treat your toothbrush right; your teeth will thank you! Learn what to do, and what not to do, with your toothbrush on today’s blog!

Jamaica dentist, Hugh Parker, DMD is a local, trusted dental practice offering general and cosmetic dentistry, teeth whitening, implants, veneers & other dental care. Call today to make an appointment!