As millions of children begin to start a new school year, routine physical examinations including vision and hearing test are required.  Many states require these examinations including dental examinations in some states.  A dental examination is as important as booster shots.  Many parents do not realize that serious tooth decay cannot be immunized and this can lead to an infectious disease.  Regular... read more »

Remember to look at your checklist before your children return to school.  Have your children had their check-ups and cleanings in the last 6 months?  Are you scheduled for the next check-up and cleaning?  Do your children have fillings that need to be completed soon?  Are your children complaining of any teeth or gum discomfort?  Do your children play sports?  Have they had their... read more »

Dr. David Ogle was quoted in the article "Jaw Breaker What really causes TMJ-and how to fix it" written by Ashley Meijer in the July/August 2012 Evansville Living Magazine.  As the causes were stated in the last post,  the treatment that Dr. Ogle recommends for the TMJ disorder includes fitting his patient with an acrylic splint that fits over the upper... read more »

Dr. David Ogle was quoted in the article "Jaw Breaker  What really causes TMJ-and how to fix it" written by Ashley Meijer in the July/August 2012 Evansville Living Magazine.   Dr. Ogle gave readers a few tidbits on the condition as well as how it can be treated and relieved.  Dr. Ogle sees the most common cause of this disorder is malocclusion or... read more »

32 percent of Americans say that their co-workers have bad breath.  Working side by side a person with bad breath, also called halitosis, is not a pleasant experience. Bad breath is breath that has an unpleasant odor which can occur from time to time, or it can be long lasting, depending on the cause. It is normal to have millions of bacteria living... read more »

Let's continue to check out your smile by holding a mirror 12-14 inches in front of your face.  We are continuing your smile evaluation.  Would you like to change the shape of your teeth?  Yes or No Are your teeth chipped?  Yes or No Are your teeth protruding? Yes or No Do you have teeth that are hidden? Yes or No... read more »

  Are your teeth in allignment or straight?  Yes or No   Do you have spaces between your teeth that you like? Yes or No   Do you like the shape of your teeth?  Yes or No   Do you like the color of your teeth?  Yes or No If you have answered NO to any of these questions,  Drs. Ogle, Schmitz,... read more »

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What Do You Do When a Tooth is Knocked Out?  Remember these 6 instructions when dealing with a broken tooth.  A tooth that has been knocked out starts to die within 15 minutes.  A tooth is kept alive by a supply of blood and nerves. Contact your dentist for instructions or visit the emergency as soon as possible. If you have... read more »