Let's Talk About Your Smile

How would you rate the overall health of your smile? Do you want to show it off? Or do you try and hide it when you smile? No matter your situation with a dental consultation and an opportunity to work with our team, we can be sure you have what you need to keep your smile healthy. 

Cosmetic dental procedures are a great way to ensure your smile is in the best shape. You might have a crooked tooth that is bothering you, periodontal disease, gum recession, or another dental procedure that impacts your self-confidence. Still, we are here to guide you through deciding if any cosmetic dental procedure meets your needs.  

Cosmetic dentistry covers a ton of opportunities to not only enhance the look of your smile and ensure that your smile is healthy and can last a lifetime. Don't delay! Contact our team today and schedule a dental consultation. 

For more information about procedures, check out our website, 

Do You Love Your Smile?

Your smile is so important, and the health of your teeth and gums matters. But when you look in the mirror, are you happy with your smile at the end of the day? If the answer is no, contact our offices today so that we can help you improve the look and health of your smile. Having a smile that you don't love can impact not only your self-esteem but also your work relationships, goals, and the life you are living. 

When we share our smiles with the world, we pass on something good, kind, and loving to the world around us. However, we want to ensure we have the correct information on what is needed to improve our smile. A consultation with your cosmetic dentist can ensure you have the information you need and want to keep your smile healthy for a lifetime.

For more information or to schedule an appointment, contact Dr. Judy Strutz and her team today.  

4 Dental Problems You Shouldn't Ignore

 

There is a multitude of dental problems that can occur over time. While something may happen that seems small, it could lead to a larger problem. The key is to take care of a minor problem now so that you don't have to worry about them later on. Here are 4 dental problems you want to get looked at. 

1. Pain. Dental pain is not common. Nor should it be happening. If you are experiencing dental pain a quick dental appointment can ensure you do not have a minor problem turn into something else. 
2. Cracked or broken tooth. If you have a cracked or broken tooth, you can need major dental procedures later on to fix it.
3. Bleeding. Bleeding gums could be a sign of a major dental problem such as periodontal disease. Taking time to get your dental health back on track is key. 
4. Bad breath that is not due to something you have eaten. Bad breath that happens and is not because of the food you are consuming, it could be a sign of a dental problem that can be fixed by visiting your cosmetic dental team. 

For more information or to schedule a consultation, contact Dr. Judy Strutz and her team. 

A Little Dental Care

We often put our other needs in front of our dental care. For example, you go to the doctor when you are feeling sick. You take care of your health needs or visit the specialty doctor when you need to get a mole checked out. Your dental care is just as important. Don't forget your six-month check-up and other dental care needs this year. 

This dental visit can be the difference between your health and a compromised immune system. While a cavity or decay may seem like something small, it matters! Your dental health is just as important as your medical health. Dental decay or a cavity can turn into a dental problem that costs more money. It can create dental pain that requires you to take off work. Or cause you to miss important events with your family. If this problem goes on for too long it can further create problems with gum disease or dental abscesses. All of these problems lead to damage to your smile that can take time and money to fix.

For more information on your smile and how to ensure your dental health is where it needs to be, contact Dr. Judy Strutz and her team.

Visiting The Dentist During the COVID-19

While most states have opened back up, you might still have some concerns or anxiety about COVID-19 and visiting the dentist. We assure you that we take the procedures for safety and cleanliness in our office as a top priority.  We want all of our patients to feel safe.

We are open and ready to support your dental needs however, we ask that if you are feeling sick, have a fever, cough, or just do not feel well that you stay home and re-schedule your appointment. Your health is more important than anything else and we want to be sure you take care of yourself.

If you do visit the office, we have PPE that our team is wearing in order to protect us, and you. We are continuing with the sanitization procedures of our chairs and dental materials that we have always done. However, we are also asking that you do not bring other individuals with you to your appointment in order to decrease the risk of exposure and decrease the number of individuals who are in the waiting room. For more information on any procedures for COVID-19 or other concerns, please contact Dr. Judy Strutz and her team.

You Deserve The Best Smile!

While people may think their bodies' health is more important than their dental health, however, your dental health is a direct reflection of your overall health. While the food you eat can negatively impact your health it can impact your dental health as well. Here are 4 rules to keep your smile healthy. 

1. Drink water. I'm sure you hear this all the time. Every time you turn around there is a magazine, blog, or other written form that talks about how your consumption of water is the key to your health. Water is fantastic for your smile too. It rinses food from sticking to the enamel on your teeth to decrease the risk of decay. 
2. Eat vegetables. Vegetables contain a high concentration of water, and because they are low in carbohydrates they do not stick to your teeth. 
3. Brush, floss, and rinse with at least water. You want to brush and floss your teeth every day. You have to be able to take care of your smile. This is the best way to do it. 

Take care of your smile. If you need help, reach out to us. We're here to ensure you can show your smile to the world. 

Do You Have Questions?

Here are the top 3 questions that patients ask us during the COVID-19 pandemic that might be helpful for you as well. We know this is a difficult time, and things are not easy, but we hope to answer some of these questions can help. If you have other questions, feel free to contact us.

1. When you will re-open? Right now we are waiting on the word when small businesses including dental offices can re-open. We don’t have a hard date yet, but please know we are making adjustments to ensure that when we can re-open, we will do everything we can to keep you and our staff healthy.

1. What changes are being made in the office to ensure it is clean? We have always and will continue to ensure the waiting room is wiped down appropriately. That our dental rooms are clean and that all equipment, instruments, and materials are properly sterilized.

1. Can I come in even if I’m not feeling well? It is best to stay home if you are not feeling well. This will be what is best for you and for the team. We want to be sure your visit is as fantastic as possible and if you are not feeling well that will take away from your visit.

Do you have other questions that have not been answered here? Contact our office before your visit in order for your questions to be answered. Contact Dr. Judy Strutz for more information.

Take Care Of Yourself!

There are so many things you can do in your home right now in order to keep your health up and you on the right track. Each one of these small habits can improve your overall mood, which can improve your overall health. Let me ask you? Have you struggled to remember to brush your teeth every day or to floss? While these things seem small, they make a large difference for the overall health of your smile. So, what habit do you need to change? Or what small change do you need to make?

Let’s break it down.

What time do you wake up in the morning? Before doing anything else, step in the bathroom, grab your toothbrush, set your timer, and brush for 2 minutes. You want to be sure to gently brush in circles gently.

This brings me to habit #2. You want to brush gently. Gentle circles help to keep your gums in great shape. If you brush too vigorously it can break down and damage your gums.

Once you have completed brushing in each of the four quadrants, play your favorite song, listen to a book on your phone or download your favorite podcast and begin to floss. You want to gently floss between each one of your teeth. Flossing is the best thing you can do for your gums.

These two things can improve your dental health, which can improve your physical health and when you feel good physically, you can change your overall mood. It doesn’t take a drastic change just a small habit change. For more information about healthy habits contact, Dr. Judy Strutz and her team.

Establish Healthy Dental Habits

Now can be such a difficult time. There is so much going on in the world around you and so many things that can pull your attention. Building and establishing a routine can help to decrease other problems that you may be facing. We recommend you start your day by brushing and flossing your teeth.

Have a clean and healthy smile can help you to feel motivated to complete other tasks during the day. Once your smile is healthy, your body can begin to heal as well. If your gums are bleeding or you have pain when you brush or floss you will want to reach out to your dentist to get your smile back on track. Did you know, an unhealthy smile can impact your overall health also.

Other ways to keep your smile and body healthy is consuming vegetables that are high in water content. This will remove other food from the surface of the teeth. The longer that food stays on the enamel the more at risk you are of other dental problems. While now is a unique time for so many, your smile should still be a top priority.

For more information on keeping your smile in great shape, contact Dr. Judy Strutz and her team.

Treat Your Smile With Love

We often don’t think about our smile needing love, however, it is critically important we take care of our smiles as well as our bodies. Your smile is the keys to the kingdom of health for your body and if you are not brushing, flossing or visiting the dentist regularly it can create a the problem for your overall health not just your smile.

You might not even realize how big of a problem you have with your teeth until it is too late. If you are experiencing pain, bleeding when you brush or floss or bumps or rashes, there may be something more going on. You might also develop

sensitivity when consuming hot or cold items making it difficult to consume certain foods and drinks.

It can be easy to forget that taking care of your smile is so important because of how busy our lives are. However, if you take care of your smile now, it can last a lifetime.

If you have a problem with your teeth, pain or something unusual is going on, schedule your dental consultation and get your smile back on track. For more information on the consultation, contact Dr. Judy Strutz and her team today.

Your Health

Your health is so important, and yet we often do not think about how much of an impact the health of our smile can have on our overall health. For example, a cracked or broken tooth can be so painful that you stop eating some of the foods that are healthiest for you. You might stop going out with friends, or stay closer to home because you don’t feel well. As you withdraw from friends and family or feel more frustrated at the growing pain, it, in turn, could cause other problems and symptoms sof ill health - mental and emotional.

Instead, spend some quality time with your cosmetic dentist who can restore your dental health to optimal levels.

While you may believe that it is no big deal and you can just live with it, finding out what the problem is and getting it fixed as soon as possible is going to help you to get back to your old self. With todays' technology in dentistry, there are so many options.

Don’t wait until your smile is in bad shape. Get help today and get back to living your life the way you want to, on your terms. For more information on dental and cosmetic procedures to improve your dental health, contact Dr. Judy Strutz and her team today!

Make A Great First Impression

Too many dental patients around the world admit that their smile is holding them back from the life they want to live. They may be embarrassed, lack self-confidence, not go after the job they want to have, all because their teeth have stains or are broken. There is no reason to continue living with a smile you don't love to show off. Your smile should never impact your desire to live life the way you want to. And, if your smile isn’t all you want, we can help.

 

There are options for being able to fix a broken or cracked tooth. We know that your smile is such a crucial part of how you identify yourself in your world. Don't suffer alone anymore. Let Dr. Judy Strutz and her cosmetic team help you find a beautiful smile.

Not only can cracked or broken teeth impact your self-confidence, but they can also impact your overall dental health. Some cracks in your teeth may cause pain when eating, swollen gums or you may have teeth that have become sensitive to hot or cold liquids. If you are having any of these problems, don't wait to get help.

For more information on your smile, contact Dr. Judy Strutz and her team! 

Keep Your Tooth Brush In Great Shape!

Your toothbrush is specially designed with you in mind. The bristles are attached in such a way as to remove items from the surface of your teeth. Without the bristles, food would be able to build up. The longer carbohydrates and other foods stay on the surface of your teeth the more opportunity for decay to happen.

The toothbrush has been around since 3000 BC with just a little bit different design, and while your toothbrush is designed to help you out, it needs to sometimes be changed out. You might be guilty of holding on to your toothbrush for years, but that is not ideal.

The important job of your toothbrush is important and having a top-notch tool to get the job done is even more important. You might be asking yourself, how often should you change out your toothbrush? Or how do you know if your toothbrush is no longer doing the job that it should be doing?

It is recommended by The American Dental Association that you change out your toothbrush every 3 – 4 months. This ensures that the bristles are not worn down and that bacteria, has not built up. And during cold and flu season, if you find yourself ill, change that toothbrush, too.

For more information on your smile, contact Dr. Judy Strutz and her team! 

Time At The Dentist

It can be so stressful at the dentist. You may not know what you need to have done, or you may not be sure as to how much the bill is going to cost you. There may be procedures that are necessary for you to have and this may take time for you to figure out the timeframe in which you are going to get things done. No matter what situation you are in, the dentist is a critical part of your overall health.

Visiting the dentist two times a year at least can ensure you stay in the healthy zone with your smile.

 Problems in your mouth that go unchecked can lead to more significant problems that can cost you more money and time in the dental chair. Did you know about 30% of the people in the world ages 64 – 75 according to, “Healthline,” don’t have any natural teeth left. This could lead to other problems in your health. If you have any of the following problems you should schedule an appointment sooner: sores in your mouth, sensitive teeth, pain with chewing or cracked or broken teeth.

There is no reason to wait for problems to crop up with your smile, get help today.

For more information on your dental health, contact Dr. JudyStrutz and her Team!

Have You Been Thinking About A Smile Makeover?

When you walk by a mirror or get ready to go without friends do you worry about your smile? Are you constantly trying to hide your smile behind your lips or not be in the front in photos because you don’t like the way you teeth have stains? You do not have to live with this problem. You can get a smile makeover. Sometimes, just knowing you have options can be what you need in order to have the smile you love. Dental procedures by Dr. Strutz and her team can ensure you love showing off your smile for a lifetime.

Your oral health is critical to your success and we want to ensure that you have a smile you are proud of. Not only should you have a smile that is beautiful, but also you deserve a smile that also functions.  In addition to correcting other problems we also can take a look at other maxillofacial problems that may be impacting you such as problems with your jaw or with the function of your teeth due to dental trauma. No person should go without a smile that allows him or her to live a healthy life.

For more information, contact Dr. Judy Strutz and her team today!

Do You Worry About Your Smile?

Do you worry that your smile is just not good enough? Do you look in the mirror and your teeth are crooked? Or do you think that your smile looks off and so you hide your smile behind your lips instead of sharing it with the world? It can be difficult when you do not have the smile you wish to have. Or when there are opportunities that you have been rejected from because you have missing teeth and the unfortunate reality is that people today are judged because of their smile.

Employers rate a smile as being one of the top 10 things they consider when hiring someone. But there is help available. Now more than ever it is the time for you to ask for help in making your smile beautiful. Dentistry today is different then dentistry five years ago.  The technology available for you to have a winning smile that takes you into the next opportunity is readily available. We love helping patients get the smile they deserve.

Prosthodontics allows for an improved smile that can take you into your future career. If you have questions, concerns or feel your smile could use a makeover, call Dr. Judy Strutz and schedule your appointment today.

Your Success Is Our Success

There is no greater joy in dentistry then seeing a happy patient walkout the door with a smile they love to show off. Having missing teeth, or teeth that are broken or cracked can be devastating. Maybe you haven’t had time; the money or you didn’t feel it was important to fix your smile. However, with the opportunities that dentistry has in store for you these days, we highly recommend you take advantage because your success is our success.

We do not believe in having patients walk out our doors without loving their smile. And while we may not get 100% of the results you want in one visit, we’ll take the time to help you have a smile of a lifetime.  No one should have to suffer with dental pain, old dentures, or cracked teeth, when dental care has upgraded and can provide you a stable and beautiful smile.

The health of your smile is not just determined by the look of your teeth, but it is also determined by the overall health. Starting with a consultation can help you and the team at Dr. Strutz’s office comes up with a plan to enhance your smile and keep it healthy for a lifetime. 

To set up your consultation for a smile evaluation, contact Dr. Judy Strutz and her team today.

Are Your Sensitive Teeth Getting In Your Way?

Sensitivity in teeth can be a real problem when you sit down and are trying to enjoy your bowl of ice cream or when you just want to enjoy that cup of hot tea. Are your sensitive teeth getting you down and causing you problems when you are out with friends? Here are 4 things you can do in order to decrease sensitivity.

1.     Don’t brush too hard. You may be brushing off enamel that is critical to protect the teeth. The enamel is the outer covering of your tooth and the thinner it becomes the more sensitive your teeth will be. When the tooth enamel is worn down, it causes nerve endings to be exposed that cause more problems.

2.     Avoid acidic foods. This also causes wearing on the tooth enamel and increases your risk of sensitivity.

3.     Avoid grinding your teeth. If you find that you are grinding your teeth, get a fitted mouth guard that can support your teeth so you are not grinding tooth on tooth impacting the tooth enamel.

4.     Take a break or avoid bleaching your teeth. While everyone wants a healthy, white smile, bleaching takes off a layer of enamel in order to remove the stains and show off the healthy white part. This can increase sensitivity over time. However, there may be other solutions that you can use in order to get the smile you are looking for.

For more options on improving the health and sensitivity of your smile, contact Dr. Judy Strutz and her team.

Stand Up For Your Smile!

We often take our teeth for granted. They can take a beating every day and yet we don’t always repay them with healthy habits. Most people often go days, weeks or months without thinking about such an important part of your body, your teeth. But your mouth is so critical to the overall health of your body. When you are tired, run down, and ready to call it quits, your teeth can step in by chewing that protein source you need to get you back on track. But how do you repay them? By consuming unhealthy snacks for a quick fix? Or forgetting to brush and floss after you have eaten that treat?

Your smile is such a valuable part of your body and your overall well-being. Your smile is just waiting for you to begin to stand up for it and show it off to all of your friends. There is no need to wait for a tragedy to happen such as unwanted inflammation of the gums, or bleeding when you brush and floss, before you change your dental habits.

For more information on positive dental habits to improve your smile, contact Dr. Strutz and her team today.

Love your smile, Tips To Decreasing Your Fear

Cosmetic dental teams sometimes get a bad rap but they are the quiet hearos behind the scene cheering your healthy habits and your smile on. They are the ones that can help you to become the best version of yourself, because the health of your body starts with your smile. If you have broken, damaged or periodontal disease, these problems can drastically decrease not only the health of your smile, but begin to negatively impact your organs as well.  But we also understand that the fear you may have around visiting the cosmetic dentist is real, so here are 7 tips to decreasing your fear at the dentist.

1. Schedule your appointment in the morning. This gets it out of the way and doesn’t give you much time to dwell on the fear that you are feeling.

2.Before your appointment do something calming, such as listening to music, taking a bath or going for a walk. Anything that is going to refocus your mind on happy thoughts.

3. Tell your dentist. You do not have to carry this burden of fear alone. They can help you through this in order to ensure you have the least amount of anxiety going into the procedure as possible.

4. Take care of your smile in between visits. Brush, floss and eat healthy foods. This can help decrease the procedures you need to keep your smile looking great.

5.Get to know your dental team and the procedure you are going to have done. This can help put your mind at ease.

Dr. Judy Strutz and her team always enjoy helping patients have achieve the look they are going for with their smile. For more questions about how to manage your dental fears contact Dr. Strutz and her team.