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Most people have a general understanding of dental implants, but a few misconceptions still linger. Today we’ll briefly review what a dental implant actually is and discuss the key factors that influence its long-term success. What many people call an “implant” is a three-part system . 1. The implant: The implant is surgically placed into the jawbone and functions as an artificial tooth root. It is made of titanium and has threads on its surface that interact directly with th

There is another new restaurant in town, and I couldn’t resist a visit. Encore opened on November 14 at 195 High Street NE, adjacent to the Grand Theatre. It has been a space with many uses over the years, including hosting a wine bar, Paradiso, and other restaurants that came and went too quickly to remember.  Encore fits nicely into its location adjacent to the Grand Theatre, and includes a glass door between the theatre and the restaurant, making it convenient to dine and

I chose a catchy title in hopes you’d keep reading — think of it as a little “clickbait” for a good cause. There’s a growing oral health concern in our community that deserves attention. For many years, oral cancer mainly affected older men with long histories of smoking and alcohol use. But today, younger people are increasingly at risk. So you might be wondering: “What does this have to do with me?” HPV: More Than a Common Wart Virus Most of us know that the Human Papilloma

Salem residents have a dedicated local resource for men’s health, hormone optimization, and evidence-based testosterone replacement therapy (TRT). Quali-T Men’s Health, led by Chris Mckeown, FNP-BC, FNP-C, provides expert services to the Willamette Valley with a mission that is simple but rare in modern healthcare: treat every patient as an individual, communicate clearly, and deliver care that fits real life. At Quali-T Men’s Health, patients are never just a number. Chris i

Dear Friends and Neighbors, November was a very difficult time for people impacted by the federal government shutdown. The effects of the shutdown rippled through our economy, with federal employees furloughed or working without pay, and SNAP benefits significantly delayed for the 737,000 Oregonians who rely on them. The result is immense strain on families’ household budgets. Amidst uncertainty in Washington, D.C., I met with local leaders and food bank representatives about

Welcome back to the Westside Newspaper! We have missed you. I am back too, but not on a regular basis. I will chime in when something hits me that you readers might find interesting. In the past I have written about food, restaurants, travel, and even a little satire, not to mention the April Fool’s Day spoofs. My contributions in the future will hopefully hit on all those areas. I will be fully retired as of the end of 2025, and plan extensive travels and adventures, some of

Name:  Tess Aiello Place of birth:  Salem, Oregon How long in West Salem:  49 years. Only left West Salem for the 2 years my husband was active duty at Fort Carson, Colorado.  If you were not brought here as a child, what brought you to the area:  Born and raised in West Salem.  Profession:  Real Estate Agent with John L. Scott — Salem.  Other professions:  When my children were in grade school, I was the assistant to the Preschool Pastor at Salem Alliance Church, developing