This month is designated oral cancer awareness month. During the month of April, we encourage patients to receive oral cancer screenings and let others know about the necessity for these quick, comfortable examinations. Most dentists are happy to offer oral cancer screening as part of biannual preventive dentistry exams. When you receive regular screenings for oral cancer, you significantly reduce your risk for death from this disease by increasing your chances for early diagnosis. This April, visit your local, Brookfield dentist and team for oral cancer screenings.
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Help Us Bring Awareness to Oral Cancer Screenings
April 30, 2018
Does My Oral Health Reveal my Age?
September 6, 2017
It just might! If you’re unhappy with a smile that looks yellow, teeth that look short, or enamel that appears gray, your smile may be aging you. However, there are many ways to prevent dental damage, improve the look of your smile and maintain a healthy, youthful appearance. In fact, it may be a lot easier than you think to look as much as ten years younger. Most importantly, you’ll feel the confidence to smile and speak in any personal or professional situation.
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What causes your bad breath?
July 12, 2016
People are terribly embarrassed by bad breath, and it may indicate an oral or systemic health problem. Drs. Brandon Brunner, Eric Taibl, Suzanne Tack and Kevin McGinn of Elmbrook Family Dental help us understand bad breath, or halitosis, and how to eliminate it. (more…)
Learn about tooth decay from Brookfield, WI dentists
June 2, 2016
Dr. Brandon A Brunner, Brookfield, WI dentist, and his associate dentists at Elmbrook Family Dental, teach patients all about tooth decay. Learn how a tooth develops a cavity, and what you can do to prevent this very common oral health problem. (more…)
Make 2016 the year you visit the cosmetic dentist in Brookfield!
January 12, 2016
Now that we’re now solidly into the first month of 2016, we want to ask how you’re doing on those new year’s resolutions. We know in our last post we asked you to consider brushing and flossing more… but what about your smile’s appearance? We want you to consider that, too. The team at Elmbrook Family Dental wants you to know we’re your cosmetic dentists in Brookfield, WI, too. Keep reading to learn more about the services we provide, and make this the year you finally do something about your smile!
At Thanksgiving, Your Family Dentist in Brookfield Are Thankful for You!
November 13, 2015
At Elmbrook Family Dental, we pride ourselves on offering patients state-of-the-art dental care in a comfortable, welcoming environment. Every single patient we see matters to us. During the holiday season, Drs. Brunner, Taibl, and Tack would like to take this opportunity to express their gratitude for the support of our patients, and the Brookfield, Wisconsin community. The reason we come in and turn the lights on every morning, is to have the opportunity to see your smiling faces. If you’ve already been in to see us twice this year, thank you for continuing your commitment to maintaining the optimum level of oral health, and for letting us be a part of your dental health care routine. If you haven’t been in twice this year for preventive checkups and teeth cleanings, you still have time to start 2016 off with a smile. Call to schedule an appointment today.
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The Dentist Elmbrook, WI, Trusts Wants You to Floss Well
October 2, 2015
We understand that in the morning at the start of the day you’re in a hurry to get out the door and at the end of the day when you’re tired, you’re in a hurry to get to bed. Nevertheless, a good oral hygiene routine is critically important to your oral health as well as your overall health. And while it may be tempting to save time and only brush your teeth, the benefits of flossing each night are very real.
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Brush Right, Brush Well
August 12, 2015
We know, we know. The alarm goes off in the morning and you hit snooze. A few extra minutes of sleep, and then you hit snooze again. And maybe even a third time. Don’t worry—we’re right there with you. The problem is that all that snoozing cuts in to your time to get ready in the morning. Consequently, you may not be able to devote enough time to properly brushing and flossing your teeth. As your dental health care team—Dr. Brandon A. Brunner, Dr. Eric Taibl and Dr. Suzanne Tack—at Elmbrook Family Dental in Brookfield, WI, want to help you have the most effective at-home oral hygiene routine. And it really doesn’t take much time.
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Are You Sure You Know The Proper Way To Floss?
July 14, 2015
In case you’ve been living under a rock since you came into this world, flossing, along with brushing, is one of the most important steps to take in ensuring your oral health is at its peak performance. Flossing cleans your teeth in ways that a toothbrush can’t. It’s one of the best ways to prevent diseases and bacteria from invading. There is a huge difference between “just” flossing and flossing with the proper technique. If you’re cutting corners and not flossing correctly, or you have no clue what the proper flossing technique incorporates, we’re here to help. All it takes is a little dedication and your dental routine can become beneficial. Our Brookfield, WI office has a team that genuinely cares about your oral health, and helping you achieve the best results possible is what we pride ourselves on. Are you ready to up your flossing game?
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Protect Your Oral Health with Comprehensive Gum Disease Therapy in Brookfield, WI
March 17, 2015
Swollen and bleeding gums should never be ignored. Although gum disease is preventable, treatable, and in some cases reversible, many patients misinterpret these facts to mean that gum disease isn’t a serious oral health concern. In fact, gum disease is a serious medical condition that can infect other parts of the body and is the leading cause of adult tooth loss. If you have gum disease symptoms, don’t ignore them; schedule a gum disease therapy appointment with the highly qualified general dentists of Elmbrook Family Dental today. Elmbrook Family Dental delivers quality care daily throughout Brookfield, WI, Elm Grove, Milwaukee, Pewaukee, Waukesha, New Berlin, and the surrounding communities.
How Does Gum Disease Develop?
o Gum disease at this stage is easier to treat because it only affects the gums.
o Patients with gingivitis typically have red, swollen, and bleeding gums.
o Left untreated, gingivitis can lead to a more serious condition known as periodontitis.
o Periodontitis often occurs when gingivitis is left untreated.
o Bacteria cause chronic infection in the gums and supporting tissues.
o Pockets, or deep spaces, form between teeth and gums.
o Can cause destruction of supporting bone and tooth loss.
o May lead to disease progression and surgery.
How Is Gum Disease Treated?
Scaling and root planing is a trusted and effective gum disease therapy option. In this procedure, we will gently clean plaque and tartar from your teeth and tooth roots. Scaling and root planing can remove much of the plaque below your gum line where harmful bacteria produce the toxins which irritate your gums and cause inflammation. Further treatment may also include antibiotics. In the case of advanced stage periodontitis, gum and flap surgery may be required to fully restore your good oral health.
Brookfield Gum Disease Therapy Appointments
When you come in for a dental checkup, we can accurately measure the depth of your gum pockets. A pocket depth of 4 or more millimeters is a clear indicator of gum disease. If you avoid the gum disease treatment you need, it could lead to potentially invasive and expensive surgeries in the future. Don’t postpone the treatment you need any longer. Schedule a gum disease therapy appointment with the trusted general dentists of Elmbrook Family Dental today. Elmbrook Family Dental proudly serves families daily throughout Brookfield, WI, Elm Grove, Milwaukee, Pewaukee, Waukesha, New Berlin, and the neighboring areas.