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You have choices in where you go for general dental care. We understand that, which is why we want to discuss some of the things that set our Crown Point, IN, dental practice apart. In the video below, Dr. Mark Van Buskirk describes our approach to dentistry and patient care and treatment. By ...

If you are over 30 years old, there’s about a 50-50 chance that you could have periodontitis (an advanced form of gum disease), according to the Centers for Disease Control. We hope you don’t have this problem, but most people will develop some form of gum disease during their lives. We’ve ...

Maggie has been one of our patients for decades. In fact, she even came to see us when it wasn’t always convenient. In fact, when she was in college, she would fly back to Crown Point, IN to see for cleanings and exams. To understand why, take a moment to watch the video below. Then, if what ...

Try to imagine yourself many years from now looking at photos of your family. You probably hope you’ll see healthy smiles all around. It’s something you hope will bring back pleasant memories of days long past. You don’t want are reminders of tooth decay and other issues. This month is ...

Don’t let another year go by without correcting your crooked smile. Many adults would like to have straighter teeth … but they just aren’t willing to wear braces. If you live in or near Crown Point, IN, our dentists have another way to straighten your teeth without any brackets or wires! ...

With Valentine’s Day less than a month away, we hope you’ve already started planning something special for your special someone. As you are getting ready, don’t forget your smile. You still have time for a professional teeth whitening treatment before your big date. At Van Buskirk & ...

Michelle has been one of our patients for more than two decades. She started visiting our Crown Point dentists before she got married … and she convinced her husband to start seeing us, too. He was just the first of many people she has referred to Van Buskirk & Krischke DDS since then. She ...

If you have a problem with your smile, then it might be time to ask about getting a dental crown. Crowns are easily one of the most useful services in modern dentistry. As you’ll see below, they can be used for a wide range of restorative and cosmetic purposes. And you can get one for ...

Choosing the right dental restoration can make a huge difference in your quality of life. Knowing this, our dental professionals in Crown Point want you to have all the information you need to make the right decision for yourself. Our own Dr. Mark Van Buskirk discusses fixed dental work in the ...

It’s the holiday season … and that means lots of delicious food. Christmas cookies, candy canes, and other treats certainly add to the enjoyment of this time of year. That’s true … as long as you can actually eat them. If you are missing teeth, biting and chew can be difficult. But ...