While Madison, Indiana doesn't have a single nationally famous dental story, there are several fascinating connections between dentistry , medicine, and the city's rich 19th-century history that would make great blog posts or social media content—especially if you're serving patients in southern Indiana.During the mid-1800s, Madison was one of Indiana's busiest river ports. Before permanent dental offices became common, many dentists traveled from town to town by horseback—or aboard Ohio River steamboats. Madison's bustling waterfront would have been a regular stop for itinerant dentists offering services like: Tooth extractions Gold fillings Denture repairs Treatment for severe toothaches Patients often learned a dentist was in town from newspaper advertisements or signs posted near the docks. Madison's role as a major transportation hub made it an ideal location for these traveling practitioners. Madison was one of Indiana's largest and mos...
At LADD Dental Group , we believe that building healthy smiles starts long before a patient sits in a dental chair. It begins with education, trust, and making dental health a positive experience for children and families. That's why our team was so grateful to spend time recently with the incredible students, and staff at Bierman Autism Center in Westfield for a fun and interactive dental health learning event! Our goal was simple: make learning about oral health exciting, engaging, and memorable. Through hands-on activities, demonstrations, and plenty of smiles, we talked about the importance of brushing, flossing, making healthy food choices, and visiting the dentist regularly. We loved seeing the children's curiosity as they practiced healthy habits and asked thoughtful questions about taking care of their teeth. Every child learns differently, and we were honored to partner with the amazing team at Bierman Autism Center in Westfield , whose dedication to helping childre...