Family Dentistry with Drs. Ogle, Schmitz, Hart, and Fickas explain the complications that can result from bruxism which is grinding of the teeth.  As you can see in this picture, bruxism which is grinding your teeth can create a lot of damage to your teeth.  Bruxism can cause abfraction which is small cracks or notches in the teeth that is caused by... read more »

Dental Implants are new dental technology to many people however they have been around since 1965.  Family Dentistry with Drs. Ogle, Schmitz, Hart, and Fickas offers dental implants for anyone who is missing a tooth for a treatment option.  Dental implants provide a strong foundation for fixed(permanent) or removable replacement teeth that are made to match your natural teeth.  Success rates... read more »

Everyone Loves to have a Great Picture Smile!  Drs. Ogle, Schmitz, Hart, and Fickas are here to help you Love your smile!  6 Pointers  for a great picture smile include 1. Pretend you are smiling in a parade.  Smile a gentle smile that you can maintain for long periods.  This is a gentle and relaxed smile.  2. Eliminate the double chin... read more »

Family Dentistry with Drs. Ogle, Schmitz, Hart, and Fickas would like to continue to convey the symptoms that indicate a reason to visit the dentist.   Please review the last blog that details the first 8 signs to see a dentist.  The first of the  next 7 signs includes a family history of tooth decay or gum disease.  Having a medical... read more »

Family Dentistry with Drs. Ogle, Schmitz, Hart, and Fickas would like to share the reasons why you should go to the dentist.  Statistics have shown that 100 million Americans fail to see a dentist in a year. So many people do not realize the importance of visiting the dentist.  Every person ages 2 until 102 should see a dentist. This dental visit should occur... read more »

Family Dentistry would like to share Toothbrushing 101 with all to promote healthy habits for the protection of the teeth for a lifetime.  Toothbrushing 101 includes 10 Healthy Habits. 1.  Make Sure To Use the Correct Toothbrush.   Consider the size of the brush in relationship to the size of your mouth.  The handle of the toothbrush should be comfortable with... read more »

In America, 75% of individuals over the age of 35 have gum disease.  Family Dentistry would like to convey the importance of that statistic.  Gum disease is a huge concern for many people and our dentists would like to educate all on what to be aware of with gum disease.  Classic signs of gum disease, which is also called gingivitis, includes red,... read more »

Family Dentistry has a goal to educate all of our patients when they visit us!  Drs. Ogle, Schmitz, Hart, and Fickas want to provide great dental care for a lifetime and educating how important dental hygiene for our patients is the key.  Check out the facts on this chart for your mouth! Please contact us for any assistance we may give you to... read more »

According to a 7/2/2013  Wall Street Journal article,  teeth decay is very common in the United States.  As our knowledge base increases over the years of how to provide great dental care for our teeth, the numbers of people in the United States with tooth decay is so much greater than one would expect.  Drs. Ogle, Schmitz,  Hart, and their... read more »

Dry Mouth has many symptoms that can cause problems with the health of your mouth. Family Dentistry would like to recommend treatment options that can help promote a healthier mouth.  A number of clinical trials are being investigated on drugs that are called radioprotectors, which are given at the time of radiation therapy to prevent dry mouth.  Dry mouth has many causes as we have reviewed... read more »