From your lips to your teeth to your tongue, your mouth is a weird and wonderful place. It lets you eat, talk, and smile. These surprising mouth facts will help you learn more about this important body part – and...
From your lips to your teeth to your tongue, your mouth is a weird and wonderful place. It lets you eat, talk, and smile. These surprising mouth facts will help you learn more about this important body part – and...
A dental crown is a tooth-shaped cap that can either be placed on an implanted post or over an existing tooth. Crowns can be made of various materials for different purposes. What Are Dental Crowns Made Of? Metal crowns can...
Brushing and flossing are the basics of good oral hygiene, but there’s more to a healthy smile. Keeping your mouth less acidic, which will protect your tooth enamel and decrease tooth decay will go a long way to help your...
With the increase in stress from lock-downs, unemployment, social media controversy and many other stressors, bruxism increased by 59% as of last year, according to American Dental Association. Dentists are still seeing the results of closed dental practices and decreases...
School has begun. Autumn is starting. Pumpkin spice is sprouting up everywhere. And along with all that comes sports, specifically football and basketball in the fall and winter months. If your child loves sports and will be participating in either...
You’re eating right, exercising, getting rest, all those good things that help keep you in the best of health. Have you added smiling to your health regimen? The old saying “Laughter is the best medicine” is not too far from...
Restorative dentistry is the branch of dentistry which covers all areas of dental restoration; including preserving dental structures, repairing broken or damaged teeth, and replacing damaged or missing teeth. The procedures used can range from small repairs such as fillings...
Canker sores are small shallow ulcer or lesion that can develop on the inside of your lips, soft areas inside your mouth or at the base of your gums. Unlike cold sores, canker sores are not contagious and don’t present...
When you think of dentures, do you picture George Washington’s teeth or the cartoon dentures shown in glasses of water? Modern dentures have come a long way from those early versions. Today, there is a range of dental options available...
It is with deep sadness and heartache that we announce the passing of Dr. Jerry Oksiuta. Such a great soul taken way too soon from this world. We love you Dr. Jerry. For anyone that would like to leave...
Teeth grinding is a more common problem than you might think. According to the American Dental Association, up to 15% of adults grind their teeth during their sleep—meaning they often wake up with a seemingly inexplicable headache, toothache, or sore...
In the past, if you wanted to straighten your teeth, there was only one choice available – traditional, wired-in, metal braces. However, orthodontics has evolved significantly over the years. Now, patients can choose from a variety of teeth-straightening options, selecting...
Halloween is just around the corner. It’s a time for spooky movies, fun, scary decorations, wild costumes, and plenty of sugary, tasty treats. As we all prepare for this classic Fall holiday, we thought we’d offer a few tips on...
A significant connection exists between our oral health and our overall physical well-being. Just because we go to the dentist we are thinking primarily of our teeth and gums does not mean we are not at the same time taking...
Most people have heard of the negative impact drinking sugary liquids, such as soda, can have in their teeth. Here, we want to cover a little more extensively some of the best and worst drinks for our teeth and why...
UPDATES: ***Effective May 19th, 2021: Racine Dental Group will be modifying a few of their Covid protocols. Temperature checks will no longer be taken for every patient as this has not proven to be an effective screening tool. Screening questions have...
Gum Recession: Minimizing Your Risks The expression “getting long in the tooth” refers to gum recession connected with aging. As the gums recede, the teeth look longer. But not all situations involving gum recession have to do with aging. Technically,...
Plaque and tartar, two words frequently heard during a visit to the dentist, are prime culprits when it comes to tooth decay and gum disease. However, most people don’t know exactly what these two substances, that are a constant threat...
Thank you to our wonderful patients for recommending us over 140 times and choosing us as their Neighborhood Favorite in 32 neighborhoods on Nextdoor. 🥳 It means a lot to us! Neighborhood Favorites is an annual awards program that gives neighbors a...
Decay, accidents, and sports related injuries are just a few of the common causes of tooth loss. However, thanks to modern dentistry, none of us has to endure the embarrassment and other difficulties associated with having the gaps created by...
It’s not an uncommon occurrence to look in the mirror and find you have stains on your teeth. And these stains can come in many different colors. They may be brown, yellow or even a temporary bright blue or red...
Racine, WI January 2019 – Racine Dental Group, one of Wisconsin’s most recognized dental care providers, is celebrating its 50th anniversary. Founded in 1969, Racine Dental Group began as a dream shared by five dentists wanting to bring the best...
Summer is here and with it comes family vacations, camping, traveling, and exploring new places. These are an exciting next few months, but before you leave we’d like to offer a few tips and reminders about caring for your teeth...
Bad Breath is the ‘Kill-Joy’ of Social Interaction Imagine sitting in the middle of a date, an interview, or a party with friends and realizing your breath is far from minty-fresh. We’ve all been there. Everything seems to be going...
Racine Dental Group is excited to announce that we are bringing back the Halloween Candy Buyback to our Racine dental office at 1101 S. Airline Road, Racine, WI 53406! From November 2nd until November 13th your kids can bring their candy into our...
Dementia affects tens of millions of people worldwide with millions of new cases being reported each year. Although, there is currently no cure for dementia, experts have discovered some steps one can take to decrease the chance of developing this...
Your smile is a reflection of who you are, and how you feel about the world around you. It’s an expression of pleasure at the sight of a friend, happiness at a job well done, and a way of making...
Racine Dental Group's new building at 1101 South Airline Road in Racine, Wisconsin is unique in many ways, from its soaring wood-beamed lobby to its abundance of windows and stone accents. The new building sits on five acres directly across...
Racine Dental Dash - Join Racine Dental Group for our 5k Fun run/walk event for the entire family. On Saturday, June 25, 2016 @ 8:00 a.m. Besides caring for your teeth we encourage overall good health and a step in that...
Racine, WI January 2016 – Racine Dental Group has just been announced as first place winner in the group practice category of the Dental Office Design competition sponsored by Wells Fargo Practice Finance, Dental Economics, the American Dental Association and...
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