I Have A Broken Tooth, Why Do I Need An X-Ray?

A broken tooth can be a scary thing for some people but it doesn’t have to be if you trust the person who is fixing it. I have had some conversations recently, both personally and professionally, regarding the issue of trust. Trust is something that sometimes seems scarce in today’s modern world. While the internet is a valuable source of information it has also become a tremendous source of mis-information. The ultimate question is: how do you know what the […]

Dentistry From The Heart 2015

On September 25, 2015 Farmington Village Dental held a free dental care event titled Dentistry From The Heart. On this day we offered patients over the age of 18 the opportunity to have one of three services: a cleaning, a filling, or a tooth extraction. We guaranteed that the first 40 people would be seen. We even had a You Tube commercial! (Check it out at Farmington Village Dental Free Dental Day commercial ) We assembled a team of six […]

Where is Dr. Nadeau?

If you have been in the office over the last few months you probably have noticed that this is a view you haven’t seen recently. So what’s been going on?  Where is she?  Why have you been seeing only Dr. Krause lately? The answer is…  drumroll please…  Dr. Nadeau fell and broke her wrist. {sad horn sounds} Yes, in late November 2014 Dr. Nadeau fell and broke her right wrist.  She was in a cast for almost eight long weeks and within hours after the cast […]

Halloween Candy Give Back 2014

The Halloween candy has been out for quite some time now (I have actually seen it next to the Christmas ornaments in some drug stores!) but with Halloween being a mere ten days away it’s time to start thinking about what you’re going to do with all that candy! We know you certainly don’t want to eat all of it (wasn’t there a New Year’s Resolution about eating better?).  We also know that you certainly don’t want your children to […]

Teeth Whitening Special

It’s no secret that everyone in today’s world wants to look their best. Just think of the countless ways in which people put their best image forward: • They color their hair • They shop for new clothes and shoes • They use all kinds of skincare products • They use makeup to enhance their features Teeth whitening is one of the easiest and fastest ways to improve your smile and look younger. Our office is offering a special for […]

The Reluctant Brusher

Good Oral Habits Start at Home! Do you have a child who doesn’t want to brush their teeth?  Does your child fight you when you tell them it’s time to brush?  If so, you’re not alone.  In fact, I think every parent deals with this in some capacity.  In fact, my kids will be 4 soon and I still encounter it.  My son was always somewhat compliant.  My daughter, on the other hand, was a nightmare.  I’m serious!  She was […]

First Dental Visit

When should a child first visit the dentist? Establishing a Dental Home by Age 1  As a mother, I am often asked questions by other mothers regarding their child’s dental care. I don’t mind. I love talking about dentistry and dental care. What these questions have made me realize, however, is that there are a lot of moms with a lot of questions out there! I intend to use this blog to answer some of the most commonly asked questions. […]

Sensitive Teeth: Causes, Treatments and How Dr. Nadeau and Dr. Krause Can Help

Ahhhhhh… We have made it to Summer! As we enjoy the beautiful warm weather and the sunshine this time of year seems to demand throwing caution to the wind and indulging in all kinds of cold treats. Who doesn’t love an ice cream cone on a hot day? Or a Popsicle or a freezie? Kids are notorious for asking for these cold treats and as adults we often find ourselves enjoying them as well. Besides the obvious diet factor (“I […]

Dental Anesthesia Reversal. Use OraVerse to Get Rid of the Numb feeling!

FEEL NORMAL FASTER With OraVerse™ Most patients have experienced the discomfort of prolonged numbness, the uncomfortable side effect that accompanies dental anesthesia.  At our practice we’re pleased to share a solution for this issue – OraVerse™, which can help you feel, speak, smile, and drink normally in approximately half the time after receiving local anesthetic. Usually, numbness after dental procedures can last for up to five hours following the treatment. This often causes embarrassment, as well as an unpleasant sensation […]