What’s New at Door County Dental Care

At Door County Dental Care, we love to celebrate the holidays with vigor! The doctor would love to share some unique ways of celebrating Thanksgiving from beyond the STURGEON BAY,…

Depending on how long the thumb sucking or constant pacifier use continues, and how aggressively the child sucks a thumb or the pacifier, it can indeed be an oral health…

Congratulations to Niko – winner of our movie drawing. Niko won Happy Feet 1 & 2 on DVD. 

Winter Is Coming. Okay, that sounded a lot more dramatic in a popular fantasy series. But here in the real world, winter is coming as well, so let’s look at…

Halloween is fast approaching, and the doctor wanted to be sure to wish our patients a happy day, no matter how you might celebrate this holiday. The Halloween that is…

You take a sip of soda – and someone remarks, “That’s going to ruin your teeth!” Is that true? Is sweet soda the enemy of a healthy smile? The answer,…

Support Adopt a Soldier Organization Tues Nov. 1st – Fri Nov. 11th It’s officially fall and October is here which also means Halloween is practically here. Trick or treating is…

  What’s in your carry-on bag? You’ve got your passport, ticket, and currency, but what about dental floss? Of course! You’re preparing for the trip of a lifetime, and we…

If you’ve noticed that your teeth have appeared to be longer, you may be suffering from gum recession. This is a common problem among adults, and can result from several…

It’s common for children to suck their thumb at a young age. the doctor and our team want you to understand the potential issues that can surface down the road…

The doctor and our team at Door County Dental Care hear this question all the time. Millions of people have dental crowns that artificially restore the chewing surface of a…

It’s a busy time of year. Book lists! Supplies! New clothes! (How did they outgrow those shoes already?) And while you’re preparing your family’s list of back-to-school necessities, here are…

You have a lot of options for replacing missing teeth, from state-of-the-art dental implants to affordable, but effective partial dentures. But if the teeth in question have been missing for…

Millions of people wear some form of removable oral appliance. The range is pretty extensive, from orthodontic clear aligners and retainers to full or partial dentures. But while they may…

You’re doing the right things to avoid the return of gum disease: brushing and flossing every day, dental visits on a regular basis and watching for symptoms of another infection….

Nothing is more devilishly delicious than hearing someone dish on some celebrity gossip—especially if the “disher” is intimately involved with the “dishee.” Consider this juicy morsel: Singer Katy Perry revealed…

Preventive maintenance (PM) can help extend the longevity of many things we own, from automobiles to electronic devices. But preventive maintenance is also useful for more than tangibles like cars or…

Good nutrition is vital for maintaining health and preventing disease, especially for your mouth. A diet rich in whole foods — fresh fruits and vegetables, protein, and dairy products —…

When you visit us for your regular checkup we’re examining more than your teeth and gums. We’re also checking to see if you’re having problems with soft tissues in and…

Although Elvis Presley left us more than four decades ago, he still looms large over popular culture. It’s not uncommon, then, for personal items like his guitars, his revolver collection…

While some aspects of regular dental visits are much the same for everyone, they can be more involved for an older adult. That’s because people later in life face an…

You may think all crowns are alike—but there can be a world of difference between one crown and another. Getting the crown your dentist recommends and one that’s satisfactory to…

In the last few years, energy drinks have begun to offer strong competition to traditional “pick-me-up” drinks like tea or coffee. But while the proponents of energy drinks say they’re…

Since his breakout role as Dr. Doug Ross in the 90’s TV drama ER, George Clooney has enjoyed a blockbuster career as an award-winning actor, director and producer. He’s still…

There are a number of teeth whitening options to put the brightness back into your smile — from professional dentist office applications to over-the-counter products for home use. But before…

Replacing missing teeth can do wonders for a smile. And you have solid options for doing so, from a partial denture to state-of-the-art dental implants. But there might be a…

Dental implants are by far the best way to replace missing teeth. But they do more than improve your smile: they can restore your ability to eat, chew and talk…

Fans of the legendary rock band Steely Dan received some sad news a few months ago: Co-founder Walter Becker died unexpectedly at the age of 67. The cause of his…

A deeply decayed tooth is in serious trouble, and something a regular filling may not fix. You may instead need a root canal, a common tooth-saving procedure performed by general…

After living with braces for a couple of years, the “big reveal” finally happens and you see your new smile for the first time. And then you’re told you have…

Earlier this season, New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick got together with his longtime QB, Tom Brady. This time, however, they were on opposite sides of the field. And although…

Periodontal (gum) disease often involves more than gum inflammation. The real danger is what this bacterial infection may be doing to tissues beneath the gum line—including tooth roots and supporting…

An exciting new chapter began for a familiar face at Door County Dental Care. After a 44 year career Sue has retired. She will be missed by many, but we…

We are happy to announce that the Halloween Candy Buyback was a success after taking off last year off due to the pandemic. It was a beautiful Halloween afternoon for…

Support Adopt a Soldier Organization Mon, Nov. 1st – Mon, Nov. 8th Autumn has arrived and that means Halloween is practically here. Trick or treating is just weeks away and…

There are plenty of hilarious videos of groggy patients coming out of wisdom teeth surgery to keep you occupied for hours. While many of these have turned everyday people into…

During this time of year, The main cause, of course, is a certain carbohydrate integral to many holiday goodies: sugar.  We humans love it, but so do oral bacteria that…

Periodontal (gum) disease, a bacterial infection caused by plaque, is one of the most prevalent and destructive dental conditions. Left untreated it can eventually lead to tooth and bone loss….

It might seem that supermodels have a fairly easy life – except for the fact that they are expected to look perfect whenever they’re in front of a camera. Sometimes…

Along with the gums, your teeth’s roots help stabilize them. Without them your teeth couldn’t handle the normal biting forces you encounter every day. That’s why a rare condition called root…

Breathing: You hardly notice it unless you’re consciously focused on it—or something’s stopping it! So, take a few seconds and pay attention to your breathing. Then ask yourself this question—are…

If you could seem to levitate, walk through walls, or make the Statue of Liberty disappear… would it really matter whether or not you had a bright, shiny smile? According…

Many people with diabetes are hesitant about getting dental implants because they’re under the impression their chances of failure are greater than for non-diabetics. But if you’re one of the…