715-693-3255 [email protected] 400 School St, Waupaca, WI 54981, USA
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Preventive dental care
in Waupaca
— keeping your smile healthy for life

Our preventive care philosophy is simple — catch small problems before they become big ones, and give you the tools to keep your smile healthy between visits. We extend an approachable, proactive welcome to all families.

4.9 Patient Rating

Most Insurance Covers 100%

Deeply rooted in the Waupaca neighborhood infrastructure since day one.

Accepting New Patients

Currently accepting new patients — schedule today.

Insurance Accepted

Most PPO plans accepted. We maximize your benefits.

Online Forms Available

Complete paperwork before you arrive to save office time.

4.9 Average Rating

Over 500 reviews reassure undecided first-timers.

Why Preventive Care Matters
Proactive milestones created intentionally to secure your structural oral wellness before pain patterns surface.
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Your foundation for lifelong oral health

Preventive dentistry forms the core connection linking oral wellness to overall systemic health. Consistently maintaining screening blocks is vastly more effective, safer, and cheaper than reactive treatment options.

By scheduling standard checkups, you protect your teeth from enamel decay, verify gum attachment health, and establish a clear barrier against oral bacterial changes.

Our Preventive Sub-Services

A comprehensive ecosystem of hygiene therapies configured to protect your long-term smile integrity.
Routine cleaning & exam
Routine cleaning & exam

Professional cleaning, comprehensive exam, bite assessment. Cornerstone of preventive care.

Digital X-rays
Digital X-rays

Low-radiation digital radiographs — detect decay, bone loss, and issues invisible to the naked eye.

Oral cancer screening
Oral cancer screening

Visual and tactile screening at every exam. Early detection dramatically improves outcomes.

Disease screening
Gum disease screening

Periodontal assessment — pocket depths, bleeding intervals, bone level tracking updates.

Fluoride treatment
Fluoride treatment

Professional fluoride application — strengthens enamel and reverses early decay loops across all ages.

Custom mouthguards
Custom mouthguards

Athletic mouthguards and night guards. Protection from sports injury and grinding enamel damage.

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Dental sealants

Protective coating for back teeth — highly effective for children and cavity-prone adults.

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At-home care guidance

Personalized brushing and flossing instruction, product recommendations, nutrition counseling.

Why Waupaca Families Choose Us for Preventive Care
Discover how our clinical philosophy transforms standard preventive dentistry into a comfortable, personalized milestone.

Thorough, unhurried exams

We take time to review your full health history. No assembly-line dentistry or rushed diagnostics.

Advanced diagnostic tools

Digital X-rays, intraoral cameras, and early decay detection technology maximize treatment safety.

Insurance-friendly

Most PPO plans cover preventive care at 100%. We verify your benefits before every appointment.

Real Patient Feedback

True transformation stories highlighting our compassionate, relation-first hygiene protocols.
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Trusted by local families

4.8 ★★★★★ Google
Christine Galyardt
Christine Galyardt4 months ago
★★★★★

Love the dentist! They are very caring and efficient.

Patrick Kelly
Patrick Kelly5 months ago
★★★★★

They are very friendly an efficient

Cliff
Cliff5 months ago
★★★★★

Glad to be here: good listeners, good attention to detail, and hospitable. All make you…

Mark wheaton
Mark wheaton5 months ago
★★★★★

Great attention to detail.

Nate Kahler
Nate Kahler2 months ago
★★★★★

First visit to Crystal River Dental. The staff was very accommodating and helpful.

Jesus isLord
Jesus isLord3 months ago
★★★★★

The dentist is very cordial and respectful. I appreciate the care she gives.

All-Time Greatest Music
All-Time Greatest Music3 months ago
★★★★★

The young lady that cleaned my teeth was very thorough and had a very pleasant…

Rodney Frankovis
Rodney Frankovis4 months ago
★★★★★

Very good. On time and thorough.

David Golke
David Golke4 months ago
★★★★★

I've been with crystal river for about a year now and they have been nothing…

Darrell Bartel
Darrell Bartel3 months ago
★★★★★

Amazing Dental Care. From the Receptionist, throughout the whole process, Everyone makes you feel special….

Anna Gallegos-Hunt
Anna Gallegos-Hunt3 months ago
★★★★★

Dr Nguyen is a very knowledgeable and caring person..he explains options and the why of…

Emilie Eppensteiner
Emilie Eppensteiner2 months ago
★★★★

I chatted with hygienist and dentist. Both were nice and knowledgeable. I had a filling…

Ruth Hanson
Ruth Hanson2 months ago
★★★★★

Very thorough exam and nice people!

Debby Dear
Debby Dear3 months ago
★★★★★

I couldn’t be happier with Crystal River Dental. Everyone from the front desk to the…

Deb Ostrander
Deb Ostrander5 months ago
★★★★★

Jan, their dental hygienist did a fabulous job cleaning my teeth. Very knowledgeable and thorough.

Paul Hanneman
Paul Hanneman1 month ago
★★★★★

I appreciate their honest work and explanation of what is going on when I get…

Bpontzloff Bigboyss
Bpontzloff Bigboyss3 months ago
★★★★★

Very friendly and professional staff.They are honest and do a great job.

Jim Tomasko
Jim Tomasko5 months ago
★★★★★

Everyone is very polite and helpful. I had to make a last minute appointment because…

Heather Meyer
Heather Meyer4 months ago
★★★★★

This dentist made me feel BEYOND comfortable! I have never had a dentist so forward,…

Barbara
Barbara5 months ago
★★★★★

I always feel very cared about. 😊 I am cared about as a person compassionately…

Brittany Durrant
Brittany Durrant3 months ago
★★★★★

Great experience! Made me feel very comfortable and wanted to make sure I was okay…

doc finn
doc finn2 months ago
★★★★★

I'm very pleased with the service and the professionalism at Crystal River dental. I felt…

Beth Ann Zellmer
Beth Ann Zellmer2 months ago
★★★★★

Today, I had a cleaning of my teeth at Crystal Dental. The service I received…

LRSchuelke
LRSchuelke2 months ago
★★★★★

Dentist, associates, & all office staff are absolutely awesome. They don’t treat their patients as…

Jan Niemuth
Jan Niemuth1 month ago
★★★★★

Routine 6 mo cleaning and exam today. Punctuality is appreciated. Comfortable, painless procedures done in…

Becca Lewis-Clifton
Becca Lewis-Clifton2 months ago
★★★★★

After starting in 2022, at CRD, I was happy the practice finally settled down with…

Nancy Anderson
Nancy Anderson4 months ago
★★★★★

I had a wonderful experience. The dental hygienist was very nice and was also encouraging…

Chuck Wieland
Chuck Wieland2 months ago
★★★★★

Tina was excellent in what she was doing with my teeth. Was able to get…

desiree lucena
desiree lucena2 months ago
★★★★★

A perfect place with super-professional people who provide excellent service. I was extremely satisfied with…

b c (BC)
b c (BC)2 months ago
★★★★★

Very through and honest dentist. Sugested but did not try 2 push expensive improvements.

Brenda Sedlar
Brenda Sedlar4 months ago
★★★★★

Everyone there is friendly. The office is spotless and the hygenists are very thorough. Office…

Cindy Cate
Cindy Cate2 months ago
★★★★★

I thought she is very kind and gentle! Gave me good advice for future care!

Debbie Altenburg
Debbie Altenburg5 months ago
★★★★★

Friendly Staff and the dentist is the best dentist I’ve ever been to 😊

Tami French
Tami French5 months ago
★★★★★

First experience went awesome & I look forward to my future visits! I broke my…

Dave N
Dave N4 months ago
★★★★★

Very friendly and great service

Aaron Mueller
Aaron Mueller2 months ago
★★★★★

Very pleased! As an itinerant substitute dentist she did a fantastic and thorough job.

Stacy
Stacy3 months ago
★★★★★

All employees are very nice and listen to ymy issues and explain what needs to…

dirk williams
dirk williams1 month ago
★★★★★

I had my first visit. I had to miss my first appointment….The staff was very…

Kathy Wagner
Kathy Wagner4 months ago
★★★★★

Everything they did was pain free. Thank you

Mary Robinson
Mary Robinson5 months ago
★★★★★

Great dentist and coworkers!

Marcia Lieske
Marcia Lieske4 months ago
★★★★★

Great experience! Very thorough, friendly & gentle. They provide detailed explanations of procedures and upfront…

Patricia steinbarth
Patricia steinbarth3 months ago
★★★★★

Very competent and friendly people. Angela did a great job cleaning my teeth.

Linda Kubczak
Linda Kubczak3 months ago
★★★★★

Very sad to see Doctor Lap Nguyen had left sure enjoyed going to have him…

Lynn Eberly
Lynn Eberly5 months ago
★★★★★

I had my bottom teeth removed. I had no bruising, swelling or any pain, just…

Kay Konen
Kay Konen2 months ago
★★★★★

Hygienist was great,and Dr.'s explanation of teeth matters explained throughly.

Pauline Suhs
Pauline Suhs5 months ago
★★★★★

Very kind and efficient. Friendly staff.

Alyssa Schauer
Alyssa Schauer4 months ago
★★★★

Dr. B was thorough and I am glad that my son had his chipped tooth…

Darrell Bartel (Flatlineyourbird)
Darrell Bartel (Flatlineyourbird)3 months ago
★★★★★

Amazing from when you first walk in the door until you leave. Everyone treats you…

Stephen L Manske
Stephen L Manske4 months ago
★★★★★

I've been really impressed with the service and the quality of work. This visit provides…

Gator G
Gator G4 months ago
★★★★★

Great and helpful always listens to my concerns

John Charleston
John Charleston5 months ago
★★★★★

Professional and sensitive to patients needs.

Sharrey Kalbus
Sharrey Kalbus3 months ago
★★★★★

Very professional and friendly.

Chad
Chad5 months ago
★★★★★

It was a great experience, they were very unstanding and very kind.

Cindy Roberts
Cindy Roberts5 months ago
★★★★★

All of the staff are so very friendly. They always get to me on time….

Steve and Linda
Steve and Linda5 months ago
★★★★★

They have always done a great job with my regular teeth cleaning. got same day…

Marlene Germundson
Marlene Germundson5 months ago
★★★★★

The assistants and the doctor are very nice and explains things very well.

Dennis Marten
Dennis Marten1 month ago
★★★★★

Very nice, I was totally comfortable. Thanks.

Tonette Decker
Tonette Decker5 months ago
★★★★★

I like Dr. Nyugen my dentist here at Dental Crystal River – Waupaca very professional…

MJB
MJB2 months ago
★★★★★

Good experience! Dr.Saad, assistant Lisa, and hygienist Angela have all been very professional and helpful….

Judith Gudex
Judith Gudex5 months ago
★★★★★

Great experience at Crystal River Dental. My Hygienist, Angela did an outstanding job and I…

Debra Olsen
Debra Olsen2 months ago
★★★★★

For the first time in my life I am not afraid to go to the…

Cindy Buenning
Cindy Buenning5 months ago
★★★★★

As a first time patient, I was very happy with the hygienist and the dentist.

martine mancini
martine mancini4 months ago
★★★★★

Service was on time and very friendly.

Karen Galske
Karen Galske5 months ago
★★★★★

Dr. Lap Nguyen was the dentist I saw today, and I was very impressed. I…

Bonita Erdmann
Bonita Erdmann4 months ago
★★★★★

I was very pleased with the staff and Dr. Matte. Thank you.

Joyce Greenholdt
Joyce Greenholdt5 months ago
★★★★★

Dr. Nguyen and all the staff have been friendly, helpful, very skilled, and very good…

Mary Lindenmeyer
Mary Lindenmeyer1 month ago
★★★★★

You really care about your clients!!! More than the one I had after40 plus years…

Gwynn Schroeder
Gwynn Schroeder1 month ago
★★★★★

The appointment was right on time. My cleaning was great without discomfort. Dr. did a…

Michael Messing
Michael Messing1 month ago
★★★★★

The new dentist was very friendly and good and the hygienist was great.

Christopher Gudex
Christopher Gudex2 months ago
★★★★★

Very professional and thorough.

Janet Kitzrow
Janet Kitzrow5 months ago
★★★★★

I had an exam with Dr Nguyen, that was very thorough. I appreciate his comprehensive…

Dorene Knolle
Dorene Knolle2 months ago
★★★★★

Every was nice and helpful.

Gary Prochnow
Gary Prochnow3 months ago
★★★★★

I had work done in both Waupaca and Wausau locations over the past year. Doctors…

Sherry Werner
Sherry Werner3 months ago
★★★★★

She was awesome. She was concerned and listened to me

Vicki Sommers
Vicki Sommers5 months ago
★★★★★

Very friendly and efficient, best dentist I've ever had. Due to exposed roots teeth are…

Anthony Brzozowski
Anthony Brzozowski2 months ago
★★★★★

Had a crown done today, always professional and painless work done by the dentist here…

Heather Krueger
Heather Krueger4 months ago
★★★★★

They were very nice and took care of me right from the start

Timothy Hein
Timothy Hein1 month ago
★★★★★

Crystal River Dental is a top notch practice from top to bottom. Highly competent and…

Tracy Karabelas
Tracy Karabelas2 months ago
★★★★★

Love this place & the Dentist! They are efficient, friendly and realistic! They work with…

bonnie banaszak
bonnie banaszak2 months ago
★★★★★

Thank you for getting me in today you made my day.

Julie Johannes
Julie Johannes4 months ago
★★★★★

Met Hygienist Angela today for the first time. She was extremely thoughtful, thorough and educational….

Randy Thern
Randy Thern2 months ago
★★★★★

The cleaning was done in a relatively painless way. The exam was thorough and I…

Timothy Lemerand
Timothy Lemerand5 months ago
★★★★★

CRD stands behind its work and products Rarely do you see a company that has…

Denny Schroeder
Denny Schroeder5 months ago
★★★★★

Always a pleasant experience Thank you

Lois Richter
Lois Richter1 month ago
★★★★★

The staff at Crystal River Dental is very professional, friendly & efficient. I am so…

Frequently Asked Hygiene Questions

Every 6 months for most adults. Higher-risk patients or individuals manageing advanced periodontal bone trends may need diagnostic checkup slots every 3–4 months.

Most PPO plans cover preventive care at 100%. Our administrative software runs pre-appointment validation to confirm your precise coverage metrics.

We see this every day and there is zero judgment. We'll do a thorough exam and create a customized tracking plan that works for your unique needs and budget.

For most patients, a professional cleaning is entirely comfortable. We discuss customized desensitizing steps to keep highly sensitive teeth safe.

A quick, painless visual and tactile exam of the soft tissues to identify anomalies early. We perform one at every routine baseline exam.

Your healthiest smile starts with a cleaning.

Crystal River Dental is proudly welcoming new patients in Waupaca, WI. Let’s arrange your visit slot.