How Often Should You Change Your Toothbrush?

Most of you have grown up hearing that you need to brush and floss your teeth at least twice a day for two minutes each time and this still remains true! While many dentists stress the importance of brushing your teeth often, many forget to inform patients on how often they should be replacing their […]

The Anatomy of Your Teeth

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Your teeth play an important role in your life, whether you realize it or not. They aid in the digestion process and they help you speak clearly. But have you ever stopped and wondered how and why they work the way they do? Here’s everything you need to know about the anatomy of your teeth.  […]

5 Tips for Teaching Kids to Brush

How to Care for your Toothbrush

One of the best things you can teach your children early on is the importance of dental hygiene. However, we understand how scary and intimidating brushing teeth can be for young children as it is a new experience. That’s why it’s so important to ensure teeth brushing is a positive experience for your kids, so […]

5 Things You Didn’t Know Your Dentist Was Doing At Your Check-up

If you have a generally healthy mouth, chances are, your biannual dentist appointments feel like “just cleanings.” However, that is far from the truth! Beyond the typical examination and cleaning you have come to expect during each visit, there are a number of other things your dentist is doing to ensure the overall health of […]

Meet Dr. Pound

Dr. Pound

Last month we put the spotlight on our founder, Dr. Roy Krengel, detailing all of his previous experience, education, hobbies and more to give you an inside look at the people who make our practice possible. This week, we’re highlighting another one of our fabulous employees, Dr. Heidi Pound! Anyone who has been a patient […]

Emergency Dental Items to Have

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Dental emergencies can happen at any time and for any reason. Due to the unpredictability of these emergencies, we strongly recommend keeping a medical first aid kit nearby in case of emergency. Although these kits cannot replace emergency dental care, having these basic necessities on hand can help manage an emergency until you are able […]

Why Drinking Water is Good for Your Gums and Teeth

At Krengel Dental we know how important hydration is to a healthy mouth. Along with flossing and brushing, drinking water is one of the best ways to prevent cavities and gum disease. You can stop plaque buildup and protect your teeth just by increasing your daily water consumption. Read on to learn more. Helps Fight […]

Do I Need My Tooth Pulled?

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Should you have your tooth extracted if you are suffering from dental pain? While we understand the desire to get rid of tooth pain at any cost, there are a few signs and symptoms you should look out for before rushing to have your tooth extracted. Here’s what to consider.  When to Consider Extraction Dental […]

How Smiling Affects Your Health

As Buddy the Elf once said, “I love smiling. Smiling is my favorite!” Smiling may seem like such a simple thing, but the act is a lot more beneficial than it gets credit for. Did you know that smiling more often not only improves your happiness and self esteem, but it also has major benefits […]

Meet Dr. Krengel

Dr. Krengel Dental

All of our dental professionals are crucial members of our team here at Krengel Dental. At each of your appointments, you’ll get to see firsthand how kind, friendly, and passionate each of them are about delivering excellent dental care and teaching you how you can optimize your oral health.  Each one of our staff members […]