When people think about dental care, they usually picture clean teeth, fresh breath, and cavity-free checkups. But what many don’t realize is that your oral health is deeply connected to your overall health—sometimes in surprising and even life-altering ways. At De...
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The Hidden Benefits of Flossing: More Than Just a Clean Smile
When it comes to oral hygiene, brushing your teeth often steals the spotlight. But did you know that flossing is just as crucial for maintaining a healthy mouth? While brushing cleans the surfaces of your teeth, flossing reaches the tight spaces between them and along...
Introducing Wisconsin Tongue Tie Institute
We are growing! Dr. Chris Peterson, DMD of De Pere Smiles has been treating infants for tongue and lip ties for 5 years now. He has evaluated and treated over 2,000 infants for feeding issues caused by tongue and/or lip ties and has had outstanding results! To...
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“The Future of Dentistry is Here.”
A father explains his family’s experience with their son’s tongue and lip tie diagnosis, and how Dr. Peterson was able to help! This is my boy, Elijah (aka baby JahJah). JahJah was born with a class IV lip and tongue tie. Which means from Day 1, he had...
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National Nutrition Month: 3 healthy recipes with no sugar added!
Did you know that March is National Nutrition Month? Each year, this month is used by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics to promote awareness of healthy food choices and the importance of physical activity, nutrition, and a balanced diet. One important aspect of...
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How To Help Your Child Have A Successful Dental Visit
April is National Oral Health Month, which is a wonderful time to schedule your child’s dental visit! Going to the dentist for the first time can be a scary thing for a young child, so we’ve put together a few tips to ensure a successful visit! Talk about the...
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How Nutrition Impacts Your Oral Health
Did you know that March is National Nutrition Month? Most of us have heard by now that a nutritious diet can have positive impacts on our overall health, but does that include our oral health? WHY YES, YES IT DOES! The staff at De Pere Smiles is always striving to...
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Fillings Without Fear With The Solea Dental Laser
At De Pere Smiles we are changing the way dentistry is done. Gone are the days of painful injections and noisy, nerve-shattering drills. The Solea Laser provides a fast, easy solution for patients who have fear of anesthesia needles and dental drills. The Solea dental...