Month: September 2020

Dear Valued Patients:

I hope this newsletter finds you and your family in good health. I wanted to take this time to touch base with you on our continued efforts to serve our patients in the safest way possible. We have been and will continue to follow all of the current American Dental Association (ADA), Center For Disease Control (CDC), and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines.

As a recap:

1. Our staff continues to wear the required PPE and are following all CDC, ADA, and OSHA guidelines.
2. Staff is screened daily for any signs of illness.
3. We have added Air Purifiers in all patient rooms as well as in our lobby This system purifies the air every 15-30 minutes using a medical-grade HEPA filter. (https://medifyair.com/pages/needtoknow)
4. Please expect a call from us prior to your appointment where you will be asked some pre-screening questions. (Fever, any symptoms, travel, exposure).
5. Patients’ temperature will be taken upon entering the office.
6. Patients are to wear face coverings at all times except during their dental procedures.

I would also like to share some information with you regarding keeping up with your dental care during the Covid-19 Crisis. There has been a lot of research on the effects of poor oral health and the severity of Covid-19. A healthy oral cavity acts as a barrier against all kinds of diseases, this is also true for COVID-19.

I have included two links to articles describing the correlation between gum disease and the severity of Covid-19.

https://www.perioimplantadvisory.com/clinical-tips/periodontal-complications/article/14179112/can-periodontal-disease-be-a-contributing-factor-for-covid19-severity

https://www.beaumontenterprise.com/science/article/Bleeding-swollen-gums-linked-to-severe-COVID-19-15481618.php

Now is not the time to neglect your dental health. Brushing two times a day, flossing, and a healthy diet is key. It is also imperative that you keep up with your hygiene appointments as well as any outstanding treatment appointments.

You can feel safe and confident in our office and we are here for you. We look forward to seeing you again and are happy to answer any questions you may have about the steps we take to keep you, and every patient, safe in our practice. We have staff available to answer your questions at 920-563-4415 or email at rockriverdental@gmail.com.

Thank you for being our patient. We value your trust and loyalty and look forward to welcoming back our patients, neighbors, and friends.

Warmest Regards,
Dr. Showalter, Dr. Trimbell, and your Rock River Dental Team

What’s Been Happening at RRD?

Our staff has been working tirelessly catching up on patient appointments from the shutdown and following all of the extra safety protocols. Although some things have changed due to COVID we still find time to celebrate our staff and their accomplishments!

In June we celebrated Dr. Showalter’s 20th Anniversary with Rock River Dental and Dr. Trimbell’s 1 year anniversary!

Your senior year of high school or college is supposed to be one of the best years of your life. Unfortunately, our kids missed those “lasts” and milestones that come with your senior year. We wanted to find a way to celebrate our local seniors and let them know we are proud of them!  We were excited to spotlight them on our Facebook page and give them each a small gift appreciation!

Seth Draeger, Morgan Miles, Blake Fehly, Ali Showalter, Nolan Volquardsen,
Mya Olszak

July brought two Birthday celebrations! Happy Birthday Julie and Dr. Melissa!

In September we celebrated Natalie’s Birthday and Brooke’s 1 year Anniversary with Rock River Dental!

Upcoming Events

3rd Annual Coat Drive-Starting October 5th – Watch for details coming soon! Chance to win a Sonicare!

Candy Buy Back -Monday, November 2nd – Earn $$ for your candy and we send it to the troops!

Give Veteran’s A Smile Day – Wednesday, November 11th- free dental work to Veterans in need. Watch for details coming soon!

1st Annual Food Drive – Starting November 16th – Watch for details coming soon!

HOT DEAL!

Book your FREE Invisalign Consult before October 31st and save $500 and get FREE Whitening for LIFE! Call 920-563-4415 TODAY to reserve your spot!

Use It Or Lose It!

Only 2 months left to use your Dental Insurance Benefits and Flex Plans! If you haven’t used all of your benefits the insurance company keeps your money! Now is the perfect time to finish up any pending treatment plans. Did you know that you can use your Flex Plans for Invisalign? Our appointments for the rest of the year are filling up fast don’t wait until the last minute to reserve your appointment!

Tell Us How We Did!

One of the best ways to support a small business is to leave a positive review.  If you were pleased with our services, we would greatly appreciate a review on Facebook , Yelp , or Google . If you were unhappy in any way, please let us know! We want to make sure our patients are 100% satisfied 100% of the time!

Featured Review

“I went to Rock Rive Dental for the 1st time today. Haven’t been to a dentist for a long time. I was pleasantly surprised. The front staff was helpful and friendly. The Hygienist was knowledgeable, kind, and did her job well. The Dentist was friendly, did a good job explaining my teeth and the problems not going has caused, without a lecture, and was able to come up with a plan for me that I can deal with. I would highly recommend this place to anyone that doesn’t like to go to the dentist and hasn’t been to one for a long time. I will be telling everyone about this place.”

-Wayne, Fort Atkinson

Don’t Forget!

*USE IT OR LOSE IT – Use up your insurance benefits before the end of the year!

*No Insurance, No Problem! Ask us about our Dental Savings Plan!

*You can use your Flex and HSA money on Invisalign!

*Save time with SAME DAY CROWNS!

*Sleep Apnea testing  and oral appliances available

*SAME DAY Crowns

*Save 20% on your next Botox visit when you book the same day

Friendly Reminder

Due to the high volume of appointments coming in after the period of the shutdown we kindly ask that you please let us know at least 24 hours in advance when making any changes to an appointment so that we may accommodate those who have been waiting.  While we know things can come up last minute, giving us advanced notice not only allows us to make sure we can rebook your appointment in a timely matter but enables us to fill those valuable appointment times for others.

The next newsletter will be coming out in 2021! Wishing you and your family health and happiness for the rest of 2020! Let’s hope a new year brings some new beginnings!

Dental emergencies such as injuries to your gums or teeth when ignored can result in serious issues. Ignoring dental problems heightens the chances of permanent damage and the necessity of extensive and expensive treatment in the future.

If you have a dental emergency, you should seek emergency dental care in Portland, Oregon, right away, but after taking some measures to contain the situation. Here are some of the most common dental emergency problems and how you can deal with them:

• Toothaches

It is important to note that only severe toothaches are treated as emergencies. First, you have to rinse out any particles in your mouth using warm water. You should then floss to get rid of lodged food, and if there is any swelling, place a pack of ice wrapped in a cloth on that side of the mouth. Do not put any painkillers against your gums or the aching tooth to avoid burning the gum tissue.

• Chipped/ Broken Teeth

If your teeth get chipped or broken, the first thing you should do is see if you can save the pieces. If you can, rinse them and proceed to rinse your mouth with warm water. In case of any bleeding, place gauze to the affected area for some time until a clot forms, then place a cold compress to that side of your mouth to keep the swelling down.

• Knocked-out Teeth

You may disagree with a stranger, and the next thing you know, they are swinging a fist at your jaw, sending your tooth out. In this situation, even though you are in pain, you’ll have to find the tooth. When you find it, hold it gently by its crown, and then rinse off the root using clean water.

Care should be taken not to scrub it or detach the tissue fragments. You can try putting the tooth back into its socket, but ensure it is facing the correct direction. Do not force it back into its place. If this fails, place it in a glass of water containing salt or a container with milk.

It should be remembered that knocked-out teeth that are returned to their place within 60 minutes after falling out to stand a higher chance of being salvaged.

• Extruded Teeth

If your tooth is partially dislodged, place a cold compress to that side of your mouth and take a pain reliever when necessary before seeking emergency dental care in Cambridge.

• Stuck Objects

If you have objects caught between your teeth, you can use dental floss to get them out gently. Avoid using sharp objects as they could scratch the surface of your tooth or cut your gums.

• Lost Fillings

You can temporarily fill the void with sugarless gum or dental cement that you can purchase over-the-counter.

• Lost Crown

If you lose your crown, alert your dentist right away. Meanwhile, if you feel any pain, apply clove oil to the affected part. If you can, retrieve the crown and fit it back over the tooth. However, you should coat its inner surface with dental cement, denture cement, or adhesive to hold it into position before doing so. Stay away from super glue!

• Broken Braces & Wires

The wires of your braces may break or stick out and poke your tongue, gum, or cheek. If this happens, push the wires back into place using your pencil end. If repositioning, it isn’t possible, cover the wire’s end with gauze or orthodontic wax until you see your dentist whitewater. Cutting the wire isn’t an option as it would pose several risks.

• Abscesses

These infections are common around the tooth root and the void between the gums and teeth. The condition can destroy the teeth and surrounding tissues and, left untreated, can spread to other body parts.

Because an abscess can pose numerous risks to your general health, it is wise to make that trip to your dentist in Fort Atkinson as soon as you notice a painful swelling on the gums. Before you get called in by your dentist, you should rinse your mouth using a water and salt solution to draw out the pus and bring down the pain.

• Injuries to the Soft Tissue

The tongue, gums, lips, and cheeks are some of the soft tissues that are commonly injured. Injuries to these tissues may lead to bleeding. You can control the bleeding by rinsing your mouth using a water and salt mixture and placing a teabag or gauze to the affected part. Applying a cold compress to that side of the cheek will help lessen the pain and bleeding.

How much does Emergency Dental Treatment Cost?

The cost of treating dental emergencies varies depending on the severity of your conditions. Some problems require minor fixes, while others need extensive treatment.

Finding the Right Dentist Near You

We are an emergency dental care near you. If you live in Fort Atkinson or the surrounding communities and need an emergency dentist near you, come meet our emergency dentist near you at Rock River Dental.