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Welcome !
Krueger Dental Associates would
like to wish you & yours a
Happy, Healthy New Year!
Do You Suffer From Sleep Apnea?
Do you snore? Have you ever done a sleep study? Have you ever been told you have sleep apnea? Do you have a CPAP that you have trouble wearing when you sleep? Dr. Krueger, Patti and Erlinda attended an extensive course on Dental Sleep Medicine in December to offer an important new treatment for you. Dr. Krueger now provides oral appliance therapy for obstructive sleep apnea. If you have been diagnosed with sleep apnea and have a CPAP that presents challenges to you or find it difficult to use it regularly and consistently, or believe you have a sleep related breathing disorder, oral appliance therapy may be a great alternative for you. Call today for more details or to schedule a consultation with Dr. Krueger.
Your 2013 Brushing and Flossing Routine “Resolution!”
Getting a better job, learning a new language, taking a class, losing weight, saving more money, quitting tobacco, and more are among the most popular new year’s resolutions. These are all great pursuits for improving your life and health, but why not add brushing & flossing on a daily basis to that list?! When you think about how important these two actions are to preventing the many pains and complication that result from gum disease, cavities, root canals, etc…one would expect daily brushing and flossing to be somewhere on the list of popular resolutions!
Why not add in a change that only takes minutes of your day and could add years to your health?
To help you make a new commitment to daily brushing and flossing, here are some tips to get you started and help you stick with it!
Fit It In With Your Current Routine
Simply brushing and flossing your teeth right before you leave the house in the morning OR before you go to bed at night is an easy method of establishing routine.
Make It Easy
Brushing and flossing only take a few minutes. Preparation and comfort makes it possible to avoid downfall. Try these steps for comfortable brushing and flossing:
- Get a soft bristle toothbrush that’s easy to operate or stick to your Sonicare or Rotodent.
- Get toothpaste you like. Find a taste you enjoy, just be sure it contains fluoride and is ADA approved. An opaque white paste is best for those who are concerned with teeth staining. Toothpaste with potassium nitrate is great for individuals with sensitive teeth.
- Try a waxed dental floss. Waxed floss cuts down on a lot of the mechanical difficulty of getting the floss between your teeth. Flavored floss can make the process more pleasant for some people, but keep in mind that flavored dental floss is slightly thicker, which can make a difference when you have smaller spaces between your teeth or dental work.
- Consider investing in a Sonicare Airfloss. Compressed air delivers high-speed water droplets to powerfully, yet gently, clean deep between teeth, removing 99% more plaque.
Make It Rewarding
As you commit to daily brushing and flossing, remind yourself of the rewards. You’ll have fresh breath, fewer stains and plaque, and a cleaner feeling as you face the day and settle for rest. Your teeth with remain stronger and healthier year after year. You’ll protect yourself from periodontal infections. You’ll also have a better experience when you come in for your checkup. Think of how great it will feel to experience all of these benefits, and when you’re asked if you brush and floss every day, you can honestly say YES!
Looking for a Smile as "White as the Season??"
We have many options here at Krueger Dental forwhitening needs to fit your lifestyle, time constraints and budget. We have simple at home whitening products to use at your convenience or the "gold standard" of all PROFESSIONAL whitening products available - ZOOM! Call today if your interested in looking & feeling your best, bright white today and we'd be happy to make a recommendation best for you!
Meet Our New Hygienist 
Before her recent move to the Chicago area, Christy lived and worked in her hometown of Erie, Pennsylvania. Growing up, Christy knew she wanted to follow in her father’s footsteps and pursue a career in the dental field. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the West Virginia University School of Dental Hygiene. Upon graduating, she moved back home and joined the dental practice of her father, Dr. L. William Veihdeffer. She worked with his team for 6 years. Christy has spent time volunteering at a dental clinic in Erie and in local classrooms teaching about dental hygiene. She is an active member of the American Dental Hygiene Association.
In her spare time, Christy enjoys running, playing golf and soccer, and cheering on the Mountaineer football and basketball teams. Christy shares her love for music, food and wine with her two sisters, Laura and Paula and her mother, Sandy. She looks forward to meeting new people and exploring the city of Chicago.
May you new year be filled with smile after smile!
Krueger Dental Associates
Dr. Krueger, Patti, Liz, Christy, Erlinda, Sandy
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