Ozone kills nasty bugs and helps you heal faster! It is completely natural and safe when used properly! It is minimally invasive! It is painless! About Dental Ozone Ozone is a gas made up of three oxygen atoms. It occurs naturally in the environment and is produced in our office with medical-grade oxygen which passes through a generator. The resulting molecule has a negative charge and bonds to bacteria, viruses, and fungi effectively eliminating them. It also increases the amount of oxygen in bodily tissues and aids in activating the immune system. Ozone has been used in dentistry since the 1 ..read more

Are you looking to switch to a more holistic toothpaste? Many of our patients have expressed interest in a fluoride-free toothpaste alternative, we hear you. There are many options currently on the market that can leave patients overwhelmed and unsure of what to choose.  We recommend ClōSYS. ClōSYS is fluoride-free, dye-free, sulfate-free, triclosan-free, and gluten-free.  It also is free of SLS which is a mouth irritant. D.I.Y Another option is a simple, all-natural, DIY toothpaste consisting of only 2 ingredients. Coconut oil is naturally: antibacterial antimicrobial antifungal ..read more

To Our Treasured Existing and New Patients: We hope you and your families have been safe and well during these difficult and challenging times for all of us. The effect of the Covid-19 Virus has impacted all our lives, and even when we pass this critical stage, life will have a new normal. We greatly look forward to welcoming our Patients back with open arms. We also know that for many there is a lingering level of anxiety and fear about contracting the coronavirus. Because we are patient centered, health focused and holistically inclined, the health and safety of our patients and dental team ..read more

April 30, 2020 SCHWANEKAMP DENTISTRY Patients with Scheduled Appt. Dear Friends, We hope this letter finds you and your family in good health. Our community has been through a lot over the last few months, and all of us are looking forward to resuming our normal habits and routines. While many things have changed, one thing has remained the same: our commitment to your safety. Infection control has always been a top priority for our practice and you may have seen this during your visits to our office. Our infection control processes are made so that when you receive care, it’s both safe and co ..read more

We are here for you! We are available to care for any urgent dental needs. In addition, we are available via the telephone to discuss any concerns you may have to ally your fears during this difficult time. As a member of the IAOMT(International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology) we are trained to mitigate toxins from entering our patients system, while also protecting the dental team and environment. What is seldom talked about is trying to put your body in the best position in which it is “designed to win”. Our bodies were made to be strong and healthy if we only let them. Wouldn’t it ..read more

Have you ever wondered why your mouth is deteriorating?  Typical Traditional Dentistry is done as a response or reaction to an event!  But there is a better way! A healthy mouth does not deteriorate.  So, the question is, “Do I have a healthy mouth?”  This leads to the three secrets for a healthy mouth that oftentimes are taken for granted and unknown to many patients. Secret #1: Having no inflammation or infection in your teeth, gums, or supporting bone!  Not only can inflammation and infection cause bone loss around your teeth, making them weak and unstable, we ..read more

Have you ever been told that your gums bleed? That you have gum “pockets” and tissue break down? Has your hygienist suggested a deep cleaning or “Periodontal Treatment?” What does it all mean and how can you help your oral and overall health? Here are the facts: The main culprit of gum disease (periodontal disease) is bacteria. It is a constant daily battle to brush and floss the bad bacteria off of the teeth and gums to prevent the tissue from breaking down. Any time harmful bacteria is allowed to sit on the gum tissue for a period of time, the body’s immune system attempts to fight it off. T ..read more

Dental schools still teach dentists to use silver mercury fillings (which contain 50% mercury) and the American Dental Association (ADA) continues to tell the public they are safe. Recently, more and more questions have been raised about the safety of the toxic mercury vapor released from the amalgams. This has resulted in a controversy and an ongoing debate about them, with some dentists saying they are safe and some saying they are not. This has now evolved to the point where over 50% of practicing dentists are no longer putting amalgam silver fillings in their patient’s teeth. Also of inter ..read more

At Schwanekamp Dentistry, we help your mouth and body heal with minimally invasive treatment. This is achieved through our Maximized Adhesive Resin Composites, or “MARCs.” A “MARC” is not a filling. It is an advanced restoration that utilizes a special, “Maximized Adhesive” protocol. This technique gives us the option to restore the tooth in a more conservative manor. The benefits of these restorations are many. Minimally invasive (less drilling and discomfort) Less expensive than a crown No gooey impression or temporary Only requires one dental visit Preserves a ..read more

Periodontal disease is a chronic bacterial infection that affects the gum and bone supporting the teeth. This disease process is the body’s inflammatory response to the bacteria in your mouth. The American Academy of Periodontology reports that up to 75% of all Americans over the age of 35 are believed to have some form of periodontal disease. Like other chronic degenerative diseases such as diabetes; periodontal disease is thought to not be curable! But the good news is that it can be prevented and managed. If uncontrolled, tooth loss and other complications could occur. But to control the di ..read more