Water picks, sometimes called “oral irrigators,” make an excellent addition to your regular home care regimen of brushing and flossing. Especially helpful to those who suffer from periodontal disease and
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What is a water pick and do I need one?
posted: Mar. 22, 2023.
Water picks, sometimes called “oral irrigators,” make an excellent addition to your regular home care regimen of brushing and flossing. Especially helpful to those who suffer from periodontal disease and
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Going Green for St. Patrick’s Day?
posted: Mar. 15, 2023.
Happily for all of us who like to celebrate with friends and family, there’s no need to be Irish to enjoy St. Patrick’s Day. Every March 17th, many of us
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Dangers of Alcohol and Oral Health
posted: Mar. 08, 2023.
We often have patients who ask, “Can drinking alcohol affect my oral health?” There are, in fact, a few reasons why that martini may not be good for your pearly
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Good Nutrition Leads to Healthy Mouths
posted: Mar. 01, 2023.
At Steven L. Rauwerdink, D.D.S., we know the most common oral health diseases are tooth decay and periodontal disease (or gum disease), and both are among the easiest to prevent.
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How Missing Teeth Can Affect Your Health
posted: Feb. 22, 2023.
According to the American Academy of Periodontology, an estimated three out of four Americans suffer from gum disease. In milder cases, the disease is called gingivitis. More severe cases are
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Why Visiting the Emergency Room for Your Dental Problem isn’t a Good Idea
posted: Feb. 15, 2023.
Emergency rooms are for emergencies, so before you head to the hospital because of a dental problem, you need to ask yourself this question: Is what you're experiencing really a
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The Transformation of Valentine's Day
posted: Feb. 08, 2023.
Did you know the actions leading to the beginnings of Valentine's Day were actually centered on the avoidance of war? A Catholic priest named Valentine defied the orders of the
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February is Heart Month
posted: Feb. 01, 2023.
The American Academy of Periodontology stresses the importance of good oral health since gum disease may be linked to heart disease and stroke. Thus far, no cause-and-effect relationship has been
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What to Do If You Lose a Filling
posted: Jan. 25, 2023.
It really doesn’t happen very often. But sometimes you bite into something that is much harder than you anticipated. Sometimes you grind your teeth without realizing the pressure you’re putting
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How do I avoid bad breath?
posted: Jan. 18, 2023.
At Steven L. Rauwerdink, D.D.S., we see a lot of patients who are concerned about their bad breath, also known as halitosis. So today we thought we would educate our
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What are the five things I should do in between visits?
posted: Jan. 11, 2023.
When it comes to keeping your smile looking its best, good oral hygiene is a must! Good oral health habits should start early and continue throughout your lifetime. Here, the
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Tooth Protection and Winter Sports
posted: Jan. 04, 2023.
Just because it’s cold out there doesn’t mean you’ll give up keeping fit and active! Winter is the season for some of our favorite team sporting activities, and when you’re
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New Year's Eve
posted: Dec. 28, 2022.
Watching the clock tick down the final seconds until midnight, many of us- Steven L. Rauwerdink, D.D.S. included- feel nostalgic about the passing year and hopeful about the new one
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Welcome to Our Blog
posted: Jan. 09, 2017.
Welcome to the Blog of Steven L. Rauwerdink, D.D.S. Whether you are an existing patient or searching for a dentist in the West Bend, WI area, we’re excited you are here. With Read more
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