Ladd Dental Group

 Community Dentist | Community Dental Care  Since 1978, we have prided ourselves on giving back to the communities that we serve! It is part of our DNA as a dental organization and has guided us in a lot of ways over our 44 years of service. We recently were able to sponsor the 2021 Wabash County Basketball Tournament and we had such a fun time engaging with the community! Check out the fun video below:    We are so grateful for the opportunity to sponsor and participate in such fun community activities. We have been a family serving families for 44 years, and we can't wait for our next 44 years of community support and service! If you are looking for a dentist the whole family can smile about, give the team at LADD Dental Group a call today!  PS- Take a look a few of the other community events our remarkable dental team participated in this past year!!       

  Available Dental Appointments | Dentist Near Me  We are so proud to be able to continue to serve the remarkable Wabash community! Dr. Schmidt and his team do such a wonderful job, and now they have a state-of-the-art dental facility to match!! Check out the video below of our brand new dental office in Wabash, and we look forward to seeing a whole bunch of smiling faces there soon!    Here is a different clip of our new dental office ! We have 10 total dental operatories to work out of, and also a sedation lounge, as well as a large parking lot, great check-in area, and awesome fish tank! As you can see, we are very proud of our dental office here in Wabash, and we can't wait to serve you!    If you are looking for a dentist the whole family can smile about, give the team at LADD Dental Group a call today, and start smiling with confidence!    

  Dental Anxiety | Sedation Dentistry   Don't let your dental anxiety keep you from receiving the dental care you deserve! Here at LADD Dental Group , we offer multiple forms of sedation dentistry , including Nitrous and Oral Conscious Sedation. Both treatment modalities have a great track record of reducing dental anxiety , and a lot of really patients absolutely love it! Check out what our sedation dental suite in Wabash looks like:    What is Oral Conscious Sedation:   Oral Conscious Sedation Dentistry is a treatment modality  in which the use of a drug (normally Halcion) produces a state of depression of the central nervous system (CNS) enabling treatment to be carried out, but during which verbal contact with the patient is maintained throughout the period of sedation. In the dental field it looks like this:  Here is another clip describing the sedation process in the dental setting:  If you are currently struggling with denta...

  Transparent Dentistry | Digital Dental Care  At LADD Dental Group, we are proud to off our patients transparent dental care . That is why we have an online portal that our patients can access at any time. On our dental portal, patients can access their financial statements, see what treatment was preformed, and also see upcoming appointment information, along with their personal and office records. Check out what our online dental platform looks like:    Being a patient here at LADD Dental Group , I have found our online patient platform to be an extremely beneficial feature and very easy to use. You can find the link to our online dental platform by clicking the link on any of our LADD Dental Group websites.    We understand that our patient's lives are busy. That is why we are all about convenience and transparency. As you can see, we are very excited to be able to offer this hi tech dental experience to our patients. If you are looking for a dent...

  Dental Ops | New Dental Office Near Me   Check out our beautiful, state-of-the-art dental office in Wabash! This is what your teeth cleaning appointments could look like here with us:    As you can see, we have split our dental office into two halves. We have a hygiene wing and a dentist wing in our facility to keep things more organized and efficient for patients and staff. Check out what our dentist ops look like:    As you can see we have place both our x-ray and imaging room, along with our sterilization room in the middle of the facility so that both the hygiene and doctor teams can easily access both areas! Take a look at the video below and check out how the overall office flows together:       The last area to focus on is the patient intake area and lobby. This is another important feature of a dental office that needs to flow well. As you can see here, we have 2 different entrances for patients to enter the back. We h...

  Why Do I Need A Root Canal | Root Canal Treatment   What is a root canal :  A root canal procedure can be performed by either a dentist or endodontist. During root canal treatment, the dental provider   will  remove the infected pulp and nerve in the root of the tooth , clean and shape the inside of the tooth's root canal, and then fill and seal the inside of the tooth. Afterward, the dentist will place a crown on the tooth to protect and restore it to its original function. A fter the root canal treatment has occurred,  the tooth is now dead . Blood supply has been cut off during the root canal procedure, which leads the tooth to die. The patient will no longer feel any pain in that treated tooth because the nerve tissue has been removed, and the infection has been eliminated.    Why Do I Need a Root Canal:   Root canals are needed  when a tooth is badly decayed or seriously infected and the decay has reached the nerve of the...

 Building A New Dental Office | Dental Office Build Out   Thinking of building a new dental office ?! There are a lot of things to think about and a couple of very important factors that need addressed at the start of the build out. In this blog, we are going to highlight some of the important aspects of a dental office build out and give you some insights into how we designed our new dental practice in Wabash!     Plumbing and electrical work are the two most important factors to consider when building a dental practice ! To run a dental chair effectively, you need electrical and plumbing to hook up to the chair. This takes a lot of pre-planning because it is very difficult and expensive to add these features later. Patterson Dental helped us a ton with getting our dental chairs fully operational in our new office!    Technology is another huge factor that needs to be planned ahead of time. In the dental field, we rely mightily on technology, and...

  Dental Surgery Post-Op | Dental Healing     Post dental surgery , it is normal to feel some pain and discomfort after the anesthesia wears off. For 24 hours after having a tooth pulled , you should also expect  some swelling and residual bleeding . Peak swelling will take place at the 72 hour mark, and the pain and swelling should start to dissipate from there. However, if either bleeding or pain is still severe more than four hours after your tooth is pulled, you should call your dentist right away.     Post dental surgery , it is very important the patient not spit or rinse for 24 hours after surgery.   Keep your fingers and tongue away from the extraction site or surgical area.   Use ice packs on surgical area (side of face) for first 24 to 48 hours , apply ice 20 minutes on - 10 minutes off. Ice is very helpful in reducing the swelling post dental extraction .  In terms of time off post dental surgery , typically your dentist will as...

  Dental Infection | Tooth Pain     90% of all dental infections have zero pain associated! That is why dental pain is a poor indicator of overall oral health. If you are in need of professional dental care , give the team at LADD Dental Group a call today!  What is a Dental Infection :   Dental infections form  at the dentition or its supporting structures and can spread to the surrounding teeth and tissue . Dental infections most commonly occur when bacteria breakdown the tooth pulp and spread to surrounding tissues. Dental infections can also affect the gums causing gingivitis, which can later cause periodontal disease.  Symptoms of a dental infection (infected tooth) can include:   tooth pain .  throbbing pain in the jaw bone, ear or neck  (typically on the same side as the tooth pain) and pain that worsens at night or when you lie down.  A tooth infection or “ tooth abscess ” is a formation of pus and bacteria that g...

  New Dental Patient | First Dental Appointment   Initial Dental Appointment :  For some patients, there is a lot of dental anxiety regarding a new patient dental appointment . That is why we wanted to put together some visual information that highlights what a new patient visit looks like here at LADD Dental Group. In our 45 years of dental service, we have picked up a few pointers that allow us to provide our patients with a relax initial dental appointment .   You can expect at your initial dental appointment  is a  full exam of your teeth, jaws, bite, gums, and oral tissues to check the growth and development . A teeth cleaning might take place if needed and is the adequate type of dental cleaning , followed by polishing teeth and removing plaque, tartar and stains. The dentist may review and discuss oral health habits and demonstrate how to properly care and maintain for dentition. Here is an example of what a new patient appointment looks lik...

  Affordable Dentist Near Me | Affordable Dental Care   Here at LADD Dental , we understand that the two biggest reasons that people don't go to the dentist are cost and fear. For patients that struggle with dental anxiety or fear of the dentist , we offer all forms of sedation dentistry , but in today's blog, we are going to focus on how we provide affordable dental care !  Dental Insurance :  One of the primary aspects that makes us unique from other dental groups is that we take almost all dental insurance, including Indiana HIP Dental , and Indiana Dental Medicaid . Because we take almost all dental insurances, patients can feel comfortable that their procedures will be covered and cost effective for them. We also provide Treatment Plans before the appointment, so that our patients have a cost expectation going into their dental procedure.  Dental Discount Plan :  We are so excited to be able to provide our patients with our Dental One Discount Dental...

  Community Dentist | Family Serving Families    We are so grateful to be able to participate in the 2021 Wabash Cannonball Chili Charity Cook-off! LADD Dental Group has been part of this remarkable event for the past 7 years, and we look forward to it every year! Check out our fun video's from this years action, and let us know your thoughts! Since 1978, Ladd Dental Group has been giving back to the communities that we serve, and we are always looking for reasons to make you smile ! Our goal with this event is to make the dentist less scary, one bowl of chili at a time!!        As you can see, we had a great time at this years Wabash Cannonball Chili Charity Cook-off! And if you are looking for a dental group that is changing dentistry one smile at a time, give the LADD Dental Group team a call today!   

  Dental Jobs | Dental Jobs Near Me   What jobs are the primary jobs in a dental office ?  Front Desk/ Treatment Coordinator:   A dental treatment coordinator is the face of the clinic. They are the  person who helps patients understand their treatment plan and puts it into action . They are with patients from the time when the dentist is planning options to the time they are going over cost and insurance details. Dental treatment coordinators are  the liason between the patient and the dentist , a dental Treatment Coordinator is a high profile position, and they are vital in creating a positive patient experience. The priority is to assist the doctor in getting patients to understand and accept the recommended treatment and subsequently coordinate the treatment plan to work for both the patient and the dental office.  Excellent communication skills , poise, professional appearance, and a special ability to get satisfaction out of having patie...

Dentist Near Me | Dental Care Near Me    At LADD Dental Group, we pride ourselves on providing convenient dental appointments and taking on as many dental emergencies as we can manage. We understand that the patient's needs always come first, and we do all that we can to make our appointments and procedures as painless as possible. Check out some videos below and see how we are doing dentistry differently!    Here at LADD Dental Group, we do all that we can to make the dentist less scary and more enjoyable. We are always looking at ways to get involved in the community, and we want to be a pillar and building block for the families in our area.   In terms of the dentistry that we provide, our dentists and dental specialists are second to none. Check out the video below of Dr. Patel performing a wisdom tooth extraction on his very grateful patient!!  Here is a video of me getting my very own wisdom tooth removed . I am now almost 2 years post-op...

  YouTube Dentist | YouTube Dental Group   The search for authenticity is real, and the fear of the dentist has never been greater. That is why at LADD Dental Group, we are huge proponents of allowing our patients to see and interact with us as people, not just dentists . From dental education in classrooms to making funny dental videos, we cover it all. We believe that if our patients get to know us outside of the clinical operatory, then they have a much better chance enjoying their dental experience . Check out some of our YouTube dental content below and let us know your thoughts!!      Dental patients in the Wabash community are able to watch this video of Dr. Schmidt and get to know him a little bit, before ever stepping into our office. We truly believe this helps reduce our dental patients anxiety, and allows them to have a better dental experience with us. Check out the video below and see how we go about educating the dental community outside of...

  Dental Discount Plan Vs. Dental Insurance     A dental discount plan is a membership-based discount plan for dental health maintenance and intervention. In it, the patient pays the entire cost of a rate negotiated between the dentist and the dental patient.  Discount dental programs are fee-based plans you buy outright. Dental discount plans are not dental insurance . These discount programs work like a membership program to offer you discounts/savings on various kinds of dental services. They may also come with added other benefits.  The dental services you receive under a discount plan will be provided by a network of dentists who have agreed to charge less. The amount of discount will vary by dental service and most, but not all, dental services may be available with this plan. Therefore, it’s important to know upfront the amount of discount by dental service that you can receive when comparing a dental discount plan to other plans you’re conside...

 No Dental Insurance | DentalOne Discount Plan  Don't have dental insurance ?! Don't panic! Here at LADD Dental Group we offer a Dental Discount Plan that we call DentalOne. There are so many patient advantages to a discount plan over traditional dental insurance ! Check out our videos below, and please let us know what questions you have!    What is a Dental Discount Plan   

  Interactive Dental | Fun Dentist   Here at LADD Dental Group , we are changing the way that dentistry is done. We pride ourselves on making the dentist less scary, and we truly enjoy giving our patients a reason to smile. We are on all the major social media platforms, and also do a ton of dental education at the local schools. Check us out online, and please let us know type of content you would like to see: www.youtube.com/LaddDentalGroup    As you can see our online content is diverse. We focus on clinical topics, highlight dental humor, and overall, our object is to make the dentist less scary. Anything from oral conscious sedation dentistry to scheduling an appointment online, you will see over videos discuss it. Check out one of our videos on oral conscious sedation dentistry and let us know your thoughts:    We are always looking for more content to share with our dental community , so please let us know what you guys would like to learn more...

  Dental Extraction | Tooth Pulled Near Me   Types of dental extractions   There are two main types of dental extractions,  simple extractions and surgical extractions . Simple dental extractions are used to remove teeth that can be seen and are easily accessible, whereas surgical dental extraction typically requires an incision into the connective tissue to gain access to the tooth to be removed.  When a dentist has to make a surgical incision in the gums , it's considered a surgical tooth extraction , or oral surgery . This is sometimes necessary due to: Irreparable damage to a tooth below the gum line, such as deep decay or fractures.  Simple Tooth Extraction   Simple extractions are  relatively easy procedures  that can be performed by your dentist in the office, requiring little to no major recovery time. This type of extraction is done on teeth that are clearly visible in the mouth, and not still hiding beneath the gums.  Surg...

  Emergency Dental Visit | Emergency Dentist    What Are Dental Emergencies    If you  require immediate dental treatment to stop bleeding, alleviate pain, or prevent tooth loss , this is generally considered an emergency. Dental situations that are not considered dental emergencies might include a chipped tooth or a lost crown or filling – unless you're experiencing severe pain.   What Causes A Dental Emergency    Dental emergencies are often caused by accidents and injuries. Some sports create risk of jaw or tooth injuries. Eating pieces of ice, un-popped popcorn kernels, or hard candies can also lead to dental emergencies. Using your teeth to cut tape or other objects is another thing that may cause dental emergencies . Other c ommon causes for dental emergencies include  decay, eating, and accidents . Oral pain related to decay is a common cause for dental emergencies.  Dental Emergencies With LADD Dental Group   We at...

Dental Education | Caring Dentist Check out the man, Dr. David Geiger, in action! And huge shout-out again to  Primrose Schools  for allowing us the opportunity to speak with your wonderful students!    Here at LADD Dental Group , we pride ourselves on giving back to the communities in which we serve. We love the opportunity to discuss the importance of oral and dental health with the local community and youth. We also accept most forms of dental insurance , include HIP Dental and Medicaid Dental Insurance . These are just a few of the things that differentiate us from a traditional dental group .     If you or your family is looking for a quality dental experience , give our team at LADD Dental Group a call today!

 My Teeth Hurt | Dental Treatment Options   Why Do My Teeth Hurt :  Are you wondering why your teeth hurt ? If you have aching teeth, it may be due to a  dental problem  such as cavities, gum disease, bruxism, TMJ or a non-dental problem, such as a sinus infection or even stress.  If all your teeth are aching and you have no signs of tooth decay or gum disease, you could have  bruxism . This is the technical term for grinding your teeth which can be brought on by stress. In addition to aching teeth, signs of bruxism include: Morning headaches.   Throbbing tooth pain is  a sign that you might have tooth damage . Tooth decay or a cavity can give you a toothache. Throbbing tooth pain can also happen if there is an infection in the tooth or in the gums surrounding it. Toothaches are typically caused by an infection or inflammation in the tooth.  Are Sensitive Teeth Normal :  Tooth sensitivity is pretty common , especially for peopl...

Dental Office Tour | LADD Dental Group   LADD Dental Group of Greentown    Our friends from Rock 98.5 stopped by last week to take a tour of our LADD Dental Group of Greentown location. We opened the doors to our Greentown office in the year 2000, and we have been providing family centric dental care to the community since that day. We are truly grateful for all of the local support, and that support allowed us to be able to renovate our office this year! We are proud to show you guys some of the updates, and know that our patient experience will be even better based on these office enhancements. Check out the video below, and please let us know your thoughts.     As you can see, we are very proud of how the office renovation turned out. If you or your family is looking for quality dental care , give our remarkable team at LADD Dental Group a call today!

Good Child Dentist | Family Dentist Near Me   What is a Child Dentist   Pediatric dentistry is the branch of dentistry dealing with children from birth through adolescence. The specialty of pediatric dentistry is recognized by the American Dental Association, Royal College of Dentists of Canada, and Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons .   Pediatric dentists  are dedicated to the oral health of  children  from infancy through the teen years. They have the experience and qualifications to care for a  child's  teeth, gums, and mouth throughout the various stages of childhood.  Children  begin to get their baby teeth during the first 6 months of life.    Why Are Child Dentist Important  Going to the dentist teaches children the techniques to learn how to fight tooth decay . Establishing those oral health care habits is both good for overall  dental  hygiene and also for the prevention of tooth decay ....