What’s New at Door County Dental Care

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…

Locally owned and operated dental clinic is looking for a hard working and personable dental assistant. Door County Dental Care is centrally located in scenic Door County, WI. Our office…

For most dental procedures you’re usually back to your regular routine in no more than a day or two (or even hours) afterward. For the most part, the mouth heals…

Inauguration night is usually a lavish, Washington, D.C., affair with hundreds attending inaugural balls throughout the city. And when you’re an A-List celebrity whose husband is a headliner at one…

Regular dental visits are just as important for healthy teeth and gums as daily brushing and flossing. Not only will these visits reduce the amount of hidden or hard to…

We can do a great many things to preserve diseased teeth, from filling cavities to crowning damaged but still viable teeth to protect them and restore their attractiveness. But there…

Although we’ve made great strides over the last century making dental visits more pleasant and comfortable, many people still feel a little apprehension about them at one time or another….

Is having good oral hygiene important to kissing? Who’s better to answer that question than Vivica A. Fox? Among her other achievements, the versatile actress won the “Best Kiss” honor…

In an ideal situation, you would transition from a missing tooth to a permanent replacement with as little time in between as possible. Unfortunately, reality can intrude on the best…

Dental anxiety is a common problem: it’s estimated that one in two Americans admits to some level of nervousness about seeing the dentist. On the extreme side of this statistic…

As a parent you want your child to have the best possible start in life. One of the greatest gifts you can provide them is a positive experience in dental…

Everyone knows that in the game of football, quarterbacks are looked up to as team leaders. That’s why we’re so pleased to see some NFL QB’s setting great examples of……

Your teeth and gums are filled with nerves that make the mouth one of the most sensitive areas in the body. But thanks to local anesthesia, you won’t feel a…

What makes an attractive smile? Of course, shiny, straight and defect-free teeth are a big factor. But there’s another equally important element: all your teeth have come in. Sometimes, though,…

Although techniques for treating periodontal (gum) disease can vary, they all boil down to one objective: remove the bacterial plaque and calculus (hardened plaque deposits) that cause the infection. The…

During the COVID-19 quarantines, stir-crazy celebrities have been creating some “unique” home videos—like Madonna singing about fried fish to the tune of “Vogue” in her bathroom or Cardi B busting…

A beautiful smile is a balanced smile, especially in regard to your gums. A normal smile usually shows 4 mm or less of gum tissue along with about 10 mm…

Porcelain veneers represent one of the best values in cosmetic dentistry, capable of radically changing a person’s smile with little tooth surface preparation. Still, the small amount of tooth enamel…

If you’ve lost some teeth you may eventually want to replace them with dental implants. Implants by far are the restoration of choice due to their life-likeness and durability. But…

Howie Mandel, one of America’s premier television personalities, rarely takes it easy. Whether performing a standup comedy gig or shooting episodes of America’s Got Talent or Deal or No Deal, Mandel gives it…

Brushing and flossing your teeth provides a lot of benefits, including a brighter smile and fresher breath. But the primary benefit—and ultimate goal—is removing dental plaque. This biofilm of bacteria…

Children’s ailments come and go, and thankfully most are relatively minor. Some children, however, have impaired health caused by a more serious, chronic disease. For them, the condition impacts not…

You can’t correct a poor bite with braces or clear aligners overnight: Even the most cut-and-dried case can still require a few years to move teeth where they should be….

A recent episode of “America’s Got Talent” featured an engaging 93-year-old strongman called The Mighty Atom Jr. The mature muscleman’s stunt: moving a full-sized car (laden with his octogenarian “kid…

You depend on your family dentist for most of your oral care. There are some situations, though, that are best handled by a specialist. If you or a family member…

On the way to adulthood, permanent teeth steadily erupt until, if all goes normally, you have a full set of teeth. Sometimes, though, one or more teeth may fail to…

Some of our favorite people from Door County Dental Care (Jen, Sherry, and Kari) making a difference by donating blood. Blood is in high demand right now due to the…

Our latest coloring contest winner selected Sandlot as his movie of choice! Kids – don’t forget to enter the coloring contest next time you’re in our office.

Always a fun time when a coloring contest winner comes into the office to collect their prizes. The winner of a classic DVD “The Land Before Time” and a popcorn…

Thank you to everyone who participated in the 2019 Halloween Candy Buyback! We were able to collect 63 pounds of candy! The candy plus toothpaste, floss, and toothbrushes were donated…

Support Adopt a Soldier Organization Fri, Nov. 1st – Fri, Nov. 8th The fall season has arrived and that means Halloween is practically here. Trick or treating is just a…

Hello Everyone! My name is Ellie. I am my owner, Kari’s, heart and soul. 💕 I love to take naps in her big, cozy bed while she is at work…

Spring is here and summer is just around the corner, which means it’s almost time for Door County Dental Care’s 11th Annual FREE Athletic Mouthguard Day. Mouthguards are an essential…

Did you know that many children are using too much toothpaste to brush their teeth? The American Dental Association (ADA) recommends that children under the age of three use an…

Congratulations to our latest coloring contest winner! Winners receive a DVD and popcorn bowl. Kids don’t forget to enter the contest when you’re in the office for your next appointment.