Do you know about this other important November holiday?

General Dentistry, Kewaskum Family Dentistry, Patient Education

We feel like we were just sharing tips to care for your teeth over the summer, and here we are already in the middle of fall! Time sure does fly by! We are sure that many of our patients are preparing for their Thanksgiving festivities, but we don’t want them to forget about the important day that follows turkey day. No, we aren’t talking about planning out your shopping trip in honor of the retail holiday Black Friday. Read on to learn about the lesser-known holiday you should be celebrating on November 26th.

Dental Tips For Healthier Halloween

General Dentistry, Kewaskum Family Dentistry, Patient Education

Halloween is just around the corner, and we know that many of our patients, particularly our younger patients, are counting down the days until they can wear their costumes and parade around the neighborhood collecting candy and treats. While this is certainly an exciting time, it can also be a time that added sugar can wreak havoc on your oral health. We wanted to take some time and offer some tips to teach our young patients and remind our older patients how to have a healthier Halloween this year.

Welcome! What to Expect During Your First Visit

Kewaskum Family Dentistry, New Patients

At Kewaskum Family Dentistry, we love to welcome new patients to our dental family. We are proud to offer quality dentistry to patients of all ages. Families trust us with all of their dental needs. We treat patients for various general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, and orthodontic treatments. We are committed to offering our patients the highest level of care, including the most up-to-date, state-of-the-art technology. Our team is also continuously furthering their education to offer our patients the latest in terms of treatments. We wanted to take a moment and explain what your first visit to our office might look like.

Knowing When To Say Goodbye To The Pacifier

Kewaskum Family Dentistry, Patient Education

Do you have a young child or loved one who is always grabbing for their pacifier or continuously sucks their thumb? It is not uncommon for many infants to use these methods to help as a self-soothing technique. It is also a common coping mechanism as a child gets a little older to help them feel calm and not overwhelmed by a situation. As easy as it is for a parent to use these methods to help a child during a tantrum or a sleepless night, at a certain age, pacifier use and thumbsucking become a problem with regard to teeth. Continue reading to learn more about the effect they can have on the teeth.

Meet a Valued Team Member – Jodi

Kewaskum Family Dentistry, Team

At Kewaskum Family Dentistry, we pride ourselves on offering quality dental care for the whole family. We feel honored that families trust us with all of their dental needs. This is one of the reasons why we make sure to have a caring team that will care for and treat your family like their own. One team member that we cannot do without is our office manager, Jodi. We wanted to take some time this month to help you learn a little more about why we love Jodi and what makes her one of our most dedicated team members.

Summer’s Here! Why Not Schedule An Appointment?

General Dentistry, Kewaskum Family Dentistry

Are you or a family member due for a visit to our office? We know that most of 2020 and the start of 2021 was a bit hectic and many appointments were cancelled or postponed. With all of the craziness between work, school, activities, and day-to-day life it may have slipped your mind to reschedule your appointment. We can’t stress enough the importance of maintaining your oral health with routine hygiene examinations and cleanings. It is beneficial to not only your oral health, but to your overall health as well. If you have been hesitating due to nerves, we offer a fantastic option to help you feel more comfortable during your visit. Continue reading to learn more.

What You Can Eat With Braces and What You Should Avoid

Clear Braces, Kewaskum Family Dentistry, Orthodontics

Are you or a loved one planning to get braces in the near future? It can be overwhelming at first, determining which foods are safe to eat with braces and which foods should be avoided. Unfortunately, some of your favorite foods may be on the “do not eat” list, and for the safety of your braces and your treatment plan, we recommend holding off on eating those foods while you are wearing your braces. There are also foods that we suggest having on hand when you get your braces for the first time or the first few days after an adjustment when your teeth and gums may be a little tender.

Extra Protection In The Fight Against Cavities

General Dentistry, Kewaskum Family Dentistry, Patient Education

Do you find that you frequently have food stuck in your teeth, even after brushing? Or maybe this happens to someone you are close to. It is not uncommon for a number of patients, especially children, to have food remaining in the deep grooves of the back molars after brushing. This leads to lingering bacteria and becomes a breeding ground for tooth decay, eventually resulting in cavities. Children are especially susceptible to this due to their habit of frequent snacking. We offer a treatment solution that can aid in the prevention of cavities on the back molars. Continue reading to learn more.

Ways To Keep Your Kids Smiling This Summer

General Dentistry, Kewaskum Family Dentistry

June has arrived, which only means one thing – Summer Vacation! Children rejoice over summer vacation due to the lack of school responsibilities, longer days, and endless amounts of fun. Days are spent lounging, playing with friends, swimming, and enjoying the outdoors. Thankfully, this summer, children are able to enjoy more of the traditional summer experience, as last year that really wasn’t an option. Families are seeing each other again, and vacations have been planned. With all of the fun that is happening, it is important that you keep your children’s oral health in mind because a dental emergency can really put a damper on your summer. With these tips, we want to make sure that your child has a happy summer and a healthy mouth.