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A personal Thanksgiving message from Dr. Pascal Dalseth

November 23, 2011 by Dalseth Family Dentistry

Thanksgiving is a wonderful time of year. It is a time that brings families together, gives us an opportunity to appreciate and be thankful for all that has happened throughout the year. Thanksgiving also seems to be the commencement of the giving season and thinking about helping those less fortunate than most of us. At Dalseth Family and Cosmetic Dentistry we also believe in giving back.

This past week we had the opportunity to visit Feed My Starving Children again. It is a wonderful organization that allows volunteers to pack and ship nutrient rich meals to children in countries where starvation is cause by drought, political unrest, or natural disasters. Last Friday the entire staff packed 25,056 meals, which is enough to feed 65 children for 1 year. At the end, a FMSC employee shared a story about an 8 year boy for EL Salvador who weighed 19 pounds, after 6 months of Manna pack meals the young boy weighed 74 pounds. His stomach was no longer distended and his hair had begun to grow. It is an amazing story of how a few people working together can help so many.

The one thing I took away from when volunteering at FMSC was, that sometime the greatest gift a person can give is one of time. The gift of time is important, whether you are reading to your child, listening to your grandparents share a story, picking up trash along the roadway, or working at a foodshelf. Without your gift of time, you are leaving a void that cannot be filled.

On this week of Thanksgiving all of us at Dalseth Family and Cosmetic Dentistry wish you and your family a wonderful holiday season and want to thank you all you for sharing your time with us.

Dr. Pascal

Giving thanks this holiday season

November 22, 2011 by Dalseth Family Dentistry

With the start of the busy holiday season right around the corner, our staff at Dalseth Family & Cosmetic Dentistry wanted to stop for a moment to say how thankful we are to have you in our dental family. We realize that our practice thrives because of great patients like you. We are the lucky ones because we not only help keep you and your smile healthy, but we also have the pleasure of knowing you and your loved ones.

As always, if you know anyone we can help, just let us know. We promise to give them the same quality care that we have given you over the years.

We hope that this Thanksgiving and holiday season brings fond memories. Thank you for being part of our family.

A child’s first visit to the dentist

November 15, 2011 by Dalseth Family Dentistry

Visiting the dentist for the first time should be a positive experience, one that child would like to repeat again and again. When I was young I loved to go to the dentist, but perhaps that is because my father was my dentist. But as kids I think we are all looking for the same thing: a cheerful, friendly person who is willing to explain and show things before they were done. A prize at the end is also a plus! Dalseth Family & Cosmetic Dentistry has seen families for multiple generations now, and even some of the young adults are telling their children about the prize basket they had when they came to see our office as a kids. It’s the same basket that we use today!

I think it is important for parents to talk to their children about coming to the dentist in a positive, non-threatening manner. The majority of the kids we see at our office love to come back for their next appointments. Their parents love to share this, and it makes us feel good about the work we do.

For our staff we have family night. We see all the staffs’ kids and spouses, and clean their teeth. When we are all done we have a pizza party and ice cream! We try to make everyone’s dental experience positive and enjoyable.

-Dr. Pascal Dalseth

Stories of comfort at Dalseth Family and Cosmetic Dentistry

October 27, 2011 by Dalseth Family Dentistry

Drs. Stephen Dalseth, Pascal Dalseth, Todd Weber, and Sara Michel and team strive to make our patients feel comfortable and safe in the office at each appointment. We love being able to give patients a beautiful smile. Here are a few great stories from our office:

We met a new patient who came to Dalseth Family & Cosmetic Dentistry to get a required check up before deployment. He was so anxious that he refused to come in past the doorway. We allowed him to sit in the doctors chair and talk about his concerns until he felt comfortable for us to take a look in his mouth. It turned out that he needed a lot of work done. Every tooth he had required some type of treatment. He knew that his anxiety and deeply rooted fear of the dentist caused him to have very infrequent visits to the dentist and his needs continued to pile up. We started out slow. Scheduling a few things at a time. Always making sure that he was comfortable. His treatment needs resulted in him having a total mouth reconstruction. He was deployed and spent a few years overseas. He told us when all his work was completed that we gave him his smile back. He had been embarrassed about the condition of his mouth for years and always held his hand over his mouth when talking and knew people thought he was crabby all the time because they never saw him smile. Its great to see that he is comfortable and trusting of our care and his renewed self confidence.

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We have a patient that has a terminal medical condition. His doctors haven’t given him very long to live. His disease has ravaged both his body and mouth. Now most people would think that your teeth would be the last thing on your mind if your going through this. When he came in and told us that he wanted us to fix his smile he said his reason for going through the work wasn’t for him but so that in his last days with his family they get to see his nice smile. He always comes in with a warm smile and kind words.

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We had a patient who struggled her whole life with mouth pain and what she thought were “ugly” teeth. She was terrified of the dentist and extremely embarrassed to have anyone see her teeth. She worked in a field that required that she have constant contact with the public and knew that not feeling comfortable to smile hindered that. She was a great candidate for implants and eventually had her mouth restored to great function and an even greater appearance. Not only was she able to smile the way she always wanted but she is one of a very small number of women that was happy to be able to gain weight since she no longer had any mouth pain.

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We see an older gentlemen who has Alzheimers. His wife is determined to make sure that his teeth are given the proper treatment. His memory of recent events is not as sharp as it used to be but he has a million stories to share about the life he’s led. He has taught us how to hunt and prepare a deer. He’s shown us the pictures to support his story. They are a sweet couple who always ask about how the staff and their children are doing despite their own trying circumstances.

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We saw a little girl for a cleaning one day. She was neither shy nor anxious. We giggled our way through the cleaning and she requested a certain toothbrush that we didn’t have on hand in the room. When I stepped out of the room to get it she thought it would be funny to play hide and seek. Fortunately she wasn’t a very good hider and her pigtail gave her away.

Halloween is our favorite holiday at Dalseth Family & Cosmetic Dentistry!

October 19, 2011 by Dalseth Family Dentistry

At Dalseth Family & Cosmetic Dentistry we love to celebrate holidays at the dental office and one of our favorites is Halloween. One of Dr. Pascal Dalseth’s fondest memories is the year his brother made an eight foot tall grim reaper for the yard. They wrapped it with rope to look like dental floss and made a sign that said “ Floss or Die.” They both got a kick out of it.

Our Treatment Coordinator, Kathy A., loves to celebrate the season by bringing in special prizes for the kids around Halloween. This year she got Dracula teeth, super balls that look like eyeballs, and skull rings that the kids cannot get enough of!

Although Halloween is a fun time for kids it is important to remember safety first when you are out trick or treating. Dr. Weber asks that you take care to enjoy braces-friendly candy like Fun Dips and Pixie Sticks while avoiding chewy, sticky candies which may stick to your braces. Also, make sure you are always with a “buddy”, wear some reflective clothing so cars and people can see you, and remember to brush and floss after all of the fun!

What our office means to me, from Dr. Michel

October 11, 2011 by Dalseth Family Dentistry

“We usually see patients every three to six months. This allows us to really get to know patients and families, and develop relationships. It is really fun to be able to watch kids grow from toddlers to young adults and see how much they change.

Our goal is to provide patients with the best dental care so they can maintain great oral health. Oral health can affect the body as a whole, so good oral health has a postive impact on overall health of a patient.

I enjoy meeting new people. It is important to remember that everyone is unique and has had different experiences, so you really need to listen to them. It is wonderful when you can take an anxious or fearful patient and give them a good experience.

On a personal level I feel very fortuante to be in the dental field. It allows me the flexibilty to work and be able to spend time with my young children.”

Sincerely,
Dr. Michel

Why I love being a dentist, from Dr. Dalseth

October 11, 2011 by Dalseth Family Dentistry

“Being a dentist is a wonderful career. I often inform patients that I cannot imagine doing anything else for a career. I receive a tremendous amount of satisfaction being able to provide the best dental care for all of our patients.

We have been very fortunate to have many families that have been coming to Dalseth Family & Cosmetic Dentistry for multiple generations. It is nice to hear stories from grandparents and parents about their children as we watch them grow. It is also great to hear how much children look forward to coming to the dentist. It lets us know what a great job our staff is doing at making patients feel comfortable and welcomed.

I enjoy the opportunities to interact with my patients about the new technologies and procedures available to them. I love watching patients feel more comfortable with new products or techniques, such as dental implants. I am happy to share my knowledge of dentistry and encourage people to ask me questions about different procedures and the potential benefits!

Dentistry allows me to spend time with people and to help them achieve their dental goals. I am thankful that I was able to find such a fulfilling career.”

Sincerely,
Dr. Pascal Dalseth

What do you love about Dalseth Family & Cosmetic Dentistry?

October 7, 2011 by Dalseth Family Dentistry

From your very first visit to Dalseth Family & Cosmetic Dentistry our doctors and team strive to provide superior treatment in a pleasant, friendly atmosphere. We thought we’d ask you, our wonderful patients: Have you been especially impressed by the work of Drs Stephen Dalseth, Pascal Dalseth, Todd Weber, and Sara Michel? Did our team go out of their way to make your day? Are you in love with your new smile?

Whether you’ve just come in for a consultation or your family has been visiting our office for years, we’d love to hear your feedback. Or, you can tell us by posting on our Facebook page or by giving us a call!

Thank you,
The team at Dalseth Family & Cosmetic Dentistry

Commonly asked questions at Dalseth Family and Cosmetic Dentistry

September 30, 2011 by Dalseth Family Dentistry

We receive a lot of great questions here at Dalseth Family and Cosmetic Dentistry. Today we wanted to take a moment to answer some of your frequently asked questions. If you have any more questions, feel free to contact our office!

Q: Do you see children and at what age do should they come?
A: Families are important to us. As such, we love to see children and create a positive first experience. We usually recommend seeing children for the first time at 3 years old. If a parent has a question or concern, we would love to see them at any age.

Q: Do you take my insurance?
A: We accept most types of insurance. Benefit levels, however, may vary depending on your employer.

Q: How soon can I get in?
A: Our office tries to be as accommodating as possible. If you have a dental emergency, we will see you that day. If you are a new patient, our goal is to see you at your earliest convenience.

Q: How long has your staff been working with you?
A: We pride ourselves with the tenure of our staff. A number of staff have been with us for over 20 years. The majority of our staff have been with us for over 10 years! They enjoy working here and they know we put the patient first and have his or her best interest in mind. The staff loves the patients and the relationships that they have developed.

The most important question a patient should ask their dentist:

Q: How is my overall dental health and what can I do to maintain or improve it?
A: Regular preventive recall visits are key, whether they are every six months or every 3 months. This usually depends on your current dental condition.