Family Dentistry Focuses On the Family! All Appointments at the Same Time! Family Dentistry with Dr. Schmitz, Dr. Fickas , Dr. Fabiano and Dr. Biggerstaff along with our Dental Team of Hygienists, Dental Assistants, and Patient Representatives share that our Focus is on Dental Care for Families!  We promote dental health for all ages and whether it be the preventive... read more »

According to the USA Today article, many more patients are seeking help in the Emergency Room(ER) for dental related problems. Family Dentistry with Dr. Schmitz, Dr. Fickas , Dr. Fabiano and Dr. Biggerstaff would like to promote the importance of routine dental care to prevent the dental related emergency visits.  The American Dental Association shows dental ER visits doubled from 1.1 million in 2000... read more »

Haemophilia is a disorder where the blood doesn’t have enough factors to clot properly, causing prolonged bleeding. This condition can be dangerous, so haemophiliacs need to take extra care throughout their lives. This extra care extends to all spheres, including the dental sphere. Oral Hygiene It is important that those with haemophilia take extra care of their oral hygiene in... read more »

After a tooth is extracted, a blood clot forms in the area which allows healing by protecting the exposed nerves and bone. However, if the blood clot is displaced, pain and infection can result which is called dry socket. You can prevent dry socket from developing by taking some of the following steps. Do not disturb the extraction site with... read more »

Are You Brushing and Flossing? Family Dentistry Wants to Know! Family Dentistry with Drs. Ogle, Schmitz, Hart, & Fickas always encourage brushing twice a day and flossing once a day.  Did you know that 1/2 of Americans do not floss daily and  1 in 5 don't brush twice daily?  Consequences can occur when the teeth are neglected.  Cavities can occur along... read more »

Some people only worry about replacing a missing tooth if the gap is visible in their so-called “smile zone.” But if the empty space is able to go unnoticed, the missing tooth is often not replaced. Unfortunately, choosing not to replace a missing tooth is a huge mistake! A missing tooth will eventually turn into a very serious problem. Each... read more »

Maintaining good dental hygiene is essential for preserving your smile. And your doctors here at Family Dentistry strongly recommend that you and your family actively engage in a consistent dental hygiene routine at home. We also advise you to visit us for your regularly scheduled dental cleanings and exams. Brush your teeth after each meal or at least twice a... read more »

Family Dentistry along with the Indiana Dental Association are focusing on educating all on what drinks can destroy the teeth.  Please check out this video on the effects of what drinks can do to the teeth.   Most parents think that sports drinks are a better choice for teeth over soda/pop or other sugary drinks.  Sports drinks are actually the worst... read more »

National Iced Tea Day! June 10th is National Iced Tea Day!  As the weather warms, many enjoy the refreshing drink of iced tea. Family Dentistry would like to refresh our minds about the pros and cons of drinking tea.  The pros include the antioxidants in tea that promote good health and aid in preventing illness and disease.  The antioxidants may also... read more »

Are you getting Married this summer?  Family Dentistry with Drs. Ogle, Schmitz, Hart, & Fickas can assist the Bride with Her Beautiful Smile!  If your teeth are discolored, misshapen, chipped, or even missing, Family Dentistry can improve your smile.  Drs. Ogle, Schmitz, Hart, & Fickas can provide cosmetic dentistry to reshape your teeth, whiten the teeth, or close spaces in your teeth. ... read more »