This is an ad that Colgate has marketed to exhibit the importance of what the majority of people will see in this ad.  Drs. Ogle, Schmitz, Hart, and Fickas would also agree that the majority of individuals look at immediately is the food that is stuck in the man's teeth.  A person's smile is  typically the first trait that is noticed by a friend or a stranger.  So... read more »

Family Dentistry with Drs. Ogle, Schmitz, Hart,  Fickas, and Dental Team Wish All A Wonderful and Safe Thanksgiving Holiday!

Drs. Ogle, Schmitz, Hart, and Fickas want to share some tips in preventing teeth grinding.  Millions of people all over the world grind their teeth.  This terrible habit can cause damage to your enamel and surface of your teeth as well as creating muscle soreness in the jaw, neck, and overall body. Try These 5 Helpful Tips: Do not chew gum. ... read more »

Family Dentistry has a goal to educate our patients to help them protect their teeth!  Teeth can last a lifetime and with the proper prevention methods this can happen.  Drs. Ogle, Schmitz, Hart, and Fickas would like to share 5 prevention tidbits today! Beware of Acid- Carbonated beverages, fruit juice, and acidic foods can harm teeth.  The acid in our... read more »

Family Dentistry wishes Happy November to all!  This is also the time to check your dental benefits for the year!  Many dental plans or health care spending accounts  have the calendar year January through December so with this being November- it is time to check your list of all you dental needs for you and your family!  Are you up to date... read more »

Family Dentistry with Drs. Ogle, Schmitz, Hart, and Fickas would like to wish all a Happy Halloween today!  Remember to keep your ghosts and goblins safe during their festivities today!

Now is the Season to have some amazing tasty apples to enjoy.  Apples are filled with antioxidants and so many more benefits from this tasty fruit! Family Dentistry would like to share the importance of good nutrition for the health of your teeth and body.  We want to share the 15 Reasons to Eat an Apple but for more specifics on each... read more »

October is Dental Hygiene Month!  Dental Hygiene is so important for everyone to have healthy mouths.  Remember to call us at Family Dentistry to schedule you and your family dental hygiene appointments!  Our Dental Hygienists are the Best!  Thank you Denise, Cindy B., Christie, Cindy F., Terri, Holly, Barbara, and Mary Ann for providing excellent care for our patients!  Drs.... read more »

  Most do not know what a geographic tongue is.  Drs. Ogle, Schmitz, Hart, and Fickas would like to share the symptoms in case you are experiencing the symptoms of a geographic tongue .  The mouth can have odd looking symptoms that may be infections or oral cancer. A geographic tongue is not an infection and is not oral cancer.  A geographic tongue is... 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 »