There are certain things you can count on every summer in Mill Valley. The mornings get brighter, a hike on Mount Tam becomes even harder to resist, and somewhere nearby someone is putting an astonishing amount of produce, ice and sherbet into a blender. And like clockword, someone asks me, “So, Are Smoothies Good for...
A Valentine’s Day Guide to Sweet Smiles & Healthy Teeth Valentine’s Day is a time for love, romance, and, of course, sweets! But before you dive headfirst into that heart-shaped box of chocolates, let’s talk about what all that sugar can do to your pearly whites. Here at The Office of Dr. Frances H. Yankie,...
As the temperatures drop in Mill Valley, our cozy rituals begin—fireplaces crackling, socks doubling up, hot drinks in hand, and for many… louder-than-usual snoring. Yes, snoring tends to worsen in colder months. As a family and cosmetic dentist, I often hear about it—not just from patients, but from the very people trying to sleep next...
Photo Credit: Sherry LaVars/Marin Independent Journal When the Neighborhood Whole Foods Market Closes and Your Smile Changes: A Mill Valley Moment. There’s something quietly powerful about the place we once wandered through for lunch‑bowls, quick grocery runs, and impromptu chats at the salad bar. In Mill Valley, it’s bittersweet to witness one of those...
If you’ve ever watched—or run—the Dipsea Race, you know it’s no casual stroll. It’s 7.5 miles of steep, dusty, beautiful challenge. There are staircases that never seem to end, sun-dappled paths through Muir Woods, cheering friends at the finish, and that glorious moment when your legs are on fire, but your heart is flying. Here...
Summer in Mill Valley is one of my favorite times of year. The mornings are misty and calm, the afternoons are golden and buzzing with energy, and the trails up Mount Tam seem just a little more inviting with each passing day. It’s also a season where many of us recommit to our health. We...
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