The holidays can get extremely busy, and it’s easy to let the little things slide. Don’t let your dental hygiene routine be one of them! With all the treats (and photos!) of the holiday season, it is more important than ever to keep your smile bright. Remember that though there is room in your holiday diet for some sweet treats,... read more »

As an adult, you have probably already seen how aging can affect your smile just as it does your body. Today, our Family Dentistry team would like to share some oral health concerns you should be aware of that can hurt your smile over time. And since October is National Dental Hygiene Month, we would like to take this opportunity... read more »

If you’re interested in knowing more about permanent teeth, this blog is perfect for you! Permanent teeth typically grow into place in the younger years of life when they replace the primary teeth, which are also called the baby teeth. They are used to talk, eat, and smile. To help you know more about permanent teeth in Newburgh, Indiana, Dr.... read more »

How often do you clean and care for your toothbrush? If you are looking to progress your tooth brushing skills, one easy method is to improve the care you give to your toothbrush. If your toothbrush is past its expiration date or has fallen into disrepair, it will not be able to do the job anticipated of it. In addition,... read more »

You know that brushing and flossing your teeth is very important if you’d like to keep your mouth healthy. If you fail to keep up on a consistent oral hygiene regimen, plaque will build up and damage your teeth. Still, do you know what it actually is or what it can do to your teeth? You see, plaque is a... read more »

Periodontitis, or advanced gum disease, is a serious issue that affects nearly 47% of Americans over 30, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. That's nearly 65 million people. In fact, gum disease is one of the most common health problem in any part of the body. With so many people suffering from periodontitis, it’s important to know... read more »

The American Dental Association recommends visiting the dentist twice a year for a checkup and hygienic cleanings. A regular dental visit consists of two stages. The first stage is a routine cleaning, where your hygienist cleans your teeth. They use special tools to remove tartar that has built up on your teeth. Tartar is essentially plaque that has built up... read more »

Are You Brushing and Flossing? Family Dentistry Wants to Know! Family Dentistry with Drs. Ogle, Schmitz, Hart, & Fickas always encourage brushing twice a day and flossing once a day.  Did you know that 1/2 of Americans do not floss daily and  1 in 5 don't brush twice daily?  Consequences can occur when the teeth are neglected.  Cavities can occur along... read more »

As we had shared in  our Part 1 of 2 blog, millions of Americans have diabetes.  Family Dentistry has a goal for all those with pre-diabetes or diabetes to keep smiling.  Diabetes can often cause heart disease, stroke,  kidney disease,  and gum disease.  Gum disease can become very serious if you have diabetes.  This gum disease can cause tooth loss because... read more »

Millions of Americans have diabetes and need to manage their blood sugar every minute of the day because their body does not take care of that for them.   Managing the blood sugar is vital for the entire body to stay healthy.  Taking care of the mouth when you have diabetes is extremely important as well.  The relationship of the mouth to... read more »