A student’s thank you note illustrating Dr. Nick’s demonstration of how to properly brush using our very own “Ally the Alligator.”

This month both Dr. Nick and Dr. Jonathan were able to visit area classrooms and teach children about taking care of their teeth. Doctors discussed with the children how nutrition can affect dental health and gave the students tips on how to care for their teeth, including brushing for two minutes twice a day and flossing. Thank you to Mrs. Casaletto’s Riley Kindergartners, Mrs. Daman’s St. Joe Bekindergartners and to St. Johns Little Wings/Adventure Club for having us!

Dr. Jonathan teaches children about dental hygiene at St. Johns Little Wings.

Here are some highlights of our new dental office:

Our laser is about the size of a mechanical pencil, which is perfect for working within the confines of the mouth.

We have recently begun offering treatment of cold sores, canker sores and tooth sensitivity using a laser at our dental office. Dr. Nick and Dr. Jonathan received certification from the World Clinical Laser Institute to offer this emerging technology for our patients. Patients who begin to feel the tingling sensation of a forming cold sore, who have a canker sore currently or patients who find they have sensitivity to hot, cold, sweets or while brushing their teeth, may find almost immediate relief from laser treatment. While we cannot give a guarantee, some studies have shown that those suffering from a history of cold sores find that they don’t come back after the laser treatment.

The treatment is very fast. Using a diode laser manufactured by Biolase, your doctor will apply the laser to the affected tooth or place in your mouth. Patients may experience a slight warming sensation.

If you have any of the above symptoms, don’t hesitate to call the office or talk to your hygienist or doctor at your next visit. We are happy to answer any questions you have about laser treatment.

Rendering of our new addition on the south west corner of the building.

We are very excited to begin our construction project here at Koenigsknecht Dentistry to expand the clinical and waiting room space for our patients. Other features of our new office will include: an additional bathroom for patients, a private procedure room, roomier checkout stations and a whole new look, while keeping our 1860s Victorian charm. We can’t wait to share our new space with you!

Koenigsknecht Dentistry will be open during construction.

Patients may use the driveway off Cass Street for drop off and pickup.

We appreciate your patience during this time. All patients and visitors should use our new, but temporary, entrance off of Cass Street. Parking is available directly north of our building on Cass Street and west on Clinton Street. Patients may also park in our newly acquired parking space directly south of our building. The entrance to this parking is off of Clinton Street.

Koenigsknecht Dentistry is offering the Philips Sonicare Toothbrush for Kids. The toothbrush usually retails for $69.99, but we will have it available to our patients for $40.00 plus sales tax. An electric toothbrush can help ensure your child is brushing for the recommended two minutes and removing more plaque in the meantime. Feel free to ask us about this toothbrush the next time you are in.

E4D System

The E4D system is the latest in CAD/CAM technology for the dental industry. It allows us to create beautiful porcelain crowns in just one appointment at our office, eliminating the need to wear a temporary crown for weeks.

The procedure consists of shaping your tooth as you would normally for a crown. The tooth is then scanned by a laser into the computer system. From the 3D image that is created from the scan a crown is designed by our dental team. It is then sent to an in-office mill, which cuts the crown from a block of porcelain. We are able to create a more natural look that better matches your existing teeth with this new system.

We began offering this service as of December 2011 for those patients whose restoration case can be created using the E4D.

Patients: ask us about this new technology the next time you’re in! We would be happy to show you the system.

Dr. Nick and Dr. Jonathan present Bill Schafer with a check for the St. Johns Spray Park.

Koenigsknecht Dentistry recently presented Bill Schafer, City of St. Johns Recreation Director with a check to further the cause to replace the city pool with a community spray park. We hope that someday soon St. Johns will be able to enjoy this new recreational area!