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Dental Veneers: What You Need to Know
Dental Veneers Dental Veneers Waupaca Dentist What Are Dental Veneers? Dental veneers are very thin shells of porcelain or composite resin that are permanently bonded to the front surface of teeth using dental cement to improve the appearance of one’s smile. These veneers are crafted in a dental laboratory using measurements and models provided […]

Dentists Are Doctors, Too!
Dentists are Doctors Waupaca There are many kinds of doctors – Doctors of English, Doctors of Philosophy, Doctors of Medicine, Dr. Pepper… (wink). Of course, when we use the term doctor, we most often mean a physician or doctor of medicine. But did you know that dentists are doctors too? Every doctor has a specialty, […]

How to Brush Your Kid’s Teeth (and do it right)
Proper Brushing of Teeth in Children Waupaca Dentist Brushing teeth February is National Children’s Dental Health Month. Nearly every parent understands the importance of regular teeth brushing to maintain their little one’s dental health, but not all parents understand the best method for helping their kids brush or the best tools to use. While some […]

Hate Flossing? – 5 Flossing Alternatives
Flossing alternatives with Waupaca’s top dentist There are two kinds of people in this world: those who floss, and those who don’t. Diligent flossers everywhere inspire those of us who live with them or know them. Flossing may not be an actual virtue but it’s certainly high on the list of qualities amongst people who […]

Can Bleeding Gums Cause a Heart Attack?
What is the Oral-Systemic Link? Oral System Link by Waupaca Dentist You’ve always heard that it’s important to take care of your teeth. Brush and floss every day, and see the dentist for good oral health. But did you know that your oral health could directly affect your overall health? And the road goes both […]

Restoring Your Smile to Health
Full-Mouth Rehabilitation with Waupaca Dentist There comes a time for many people when traditional tooth restoration methods are no longer viable. The impairment of the natural teeth has crossed a threshold where fillings are impossible or imprudent. In these cases, many people choose dentures, usually due to their comparatively low cost. For others, a welcome […]

Avoid a Dental Nightmare This Halloween
Halloween Dental Tips Waupaca Dentist The Halloween season provides more opportunities for candy consumption than any other. As dental professionals, we consider ourselves candy experts (both because we know the effects it has on oral health but also because we’re secretly some of the biggest sweet tooths around). While we can’t in good conscience tell […]

Oral Health & Alzheimer’s – Don’t Forget to Floss!
Dental and Alzheimer’s Waupaca Dentist Did you know that unhealthy gums might put your brain at risk? Alzheimer’s is a form of dementia that harms your memory and ability to think and can cause changes in your personality. It’s very common and usually affects people aged 60 and over. And, Alzheimer’s might be significantly more […]

Dentistry for Kids: What the Tooth Fairy Won’t Tell You
Tooth Fairy Children’s Dentistry at Waupaca Dentist Kids are constantly growing and changing, and their mouths are no exception! Throughout childhood, kids lose their baby teeth, gain adult teeth, and they begin to take ownership of their own oral health. From brushing to braces to practicing their smile, oral health is important for every kid […]

Dental Bridges 101
Dental Bridges at Waupaca Dentist A hole in your smile is never a good thing. It negatively affects your appearance, your eating, your speaking, and your overall sense of confidence and wellbeing. Let Crystal River Dental in Waupaca bridge the gap between where you are with your smile and where you want to be! A […]