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Dear VB&K Patient,

We hope this letter finds you happy and healthy. We want to take a moment to remind you that our top priority is always your health, safety and well-being. As we fully reopen our practice, we do so with the same caution, highest standards and preparation for preventing the spread of infection that we always have and will continue to implement.

We are vigilant in monitoring and maintaining the recommendations of the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the American Dental Association for infection control related to COVID-19. We are confident that when we open our doors on April 27, 2020, our existing protocols go above and beyond those recommendations to keep you safe.

We are always committed to implementing safety protocol. In addition to our existing extensive measures, you should anticipate noticing the following protective efforts when you enter our dental clinic:

  • All patients answer a screening questionnaire. Appointments rescheduled if risk of patient transmission of illness, including COVID-19 has been determined.
  • Face shields will also be worn with masks and gloves by staff depending on procedure.
  • Thorough disinfection of office and waiting area. Wiping down touch screens and credit card machines after each use and regularly disinfecting bathrooms, furniture, doors and handles has always been implemented. No-touch hand sanitizer stations are also now available for staff and patient use.
  • Highest standards of disinfecting protocol in our exam rooms. Disposable plastic wrap for furniture changed between patients and all surfaces disinfected with a chemical germicide between each patient have always been common practice. Now increased ventilation has been added to remove aerosols.
  • Increased PPE for all staff who provide dental care. Gowns, face shields, and N95 masks have been added to our existing extensive protective gear.
  • Aerosol control through High Volume Evacuation (HVE) during dental procedures. We have an existing HVE Adapter which helps remove more than 90% of aerosols created during procedures. Air purifiers that completely cycle the air, three times every hour, have been added to operatories.

In addition to our efforts, we ask for your cooperation and support with the following temporary safety measures as we work through this ever-changing situation:

  • Maintain social distancing practices in our waiting room. Chairs will be six feet apart.
  • Wait in your car upon arrival (if waiting room is full) if possible. Give us a call to let us know you’ve arrived and we’ll notify you when we’re ready for you to come in.
  • Have your temperature taken.
  • Please do not bring friends or relatives who do not have a scheduled appointment if possible. Only scheduled patients will be allowed in the treatment areas. We understand if you are a caretaker or are assisting the disabled.

Thank you for your patience and flexibility as we all work towards maintaining the highest safety measures when you return to our practice. We promise to keep you updated through this dynamic situation. In the meantime, maintain good oral care and we look forward to making you smile soon!

Take Care and Stay Well,
Dr. J. Michael Krischke

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Enjoy the Custom Fit of Mouthguards in Crown Point

Most mouthguards fit in the palm of your hand. For something so small, they do a great deal of good. Our dentists can fit you for custom mouthguards in Crown Point that:

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Stop grinding and save your teeth

Mouth guards can help patients that might be involved in sports to protect the teeth, especially front, the anterior teeth where they're more prone to getting hit, chipped, fractured. Night guards are good for people that might experience pain when they wake up because they clench or grind. It might be in the TMJ. It might just be the signs of wearing and chipping teeth, so at night we can have them wearing a bruxism appliance and that can take a lot of wear and tear off the teeth. Kids playing athletics, adults playing athletics. If you get hit in the mouth, if you could fracture those front teeth, that can lead to some pretty big complications. That might even mean you're going to be missing teeth. Then you have to restore them with implants, bridges and sometimes, if that's not possible, we might have to go with a different solution.

Bruxism appliances are really nice because lots of patients, lots of people, everyone has stress. We clench, we grind and it can cause some damage to the teeth. Wear and tear. It might even cause chipping and cracking. Or it might just mean you wake up in the morning and the muscles are sore, the joints sore, and that can alleviate some of that, if we protect our teeth with a bruxism appliance. If the kids are playing sports, if you're involved in athletics, if you're waking up in the morning with sore muscles, or you think you're clenching or grinding, or even if your partner snores at night, we can do something about that most often. So come on in, see us, and we'll give you our best opinion.

  • Protect your teeth during athletic activities
  • Prevent you from grinding your teeth (bruxism), which can cause jaw pain and headaches as well as damage your teeth
  • Help you get a better night’s rest by keeping your airway open while you sleep

Call Van Buskirk & Krischke DDS, LLC at 219-641-3422 to schedule your fitting for a custom mouthguard. We can take impressions of your teeth and fit you for a mouthguard in just 10 minutes! We can even do it at your dental exam, if you’d like.

Benefit From a Unique Mouthguard for Your Unique Smile

Mouthguards in Crown Point IN at Van Buskirk & Krischke DDS, LLCWhether you want to stop snoring at night or protect your teeth from off-the-mark throws during sports, you can buy mouthguards at retail stores. Many are placed in boiling water before wearing them in an effort to mold them into your mouth. But “boil-and-bite” mouthguards simply don’t fit as well as a mouthguard made especially for you, using our careful measurements of your mouth.

In addition to a custom fit, your mouthguard will feature:

  • Advanced Technology – For example, we use the TAP 3 anti-snoring guard to make it easier for you to breathe – and sleep without snoring – at night. Our dentists adjust it so you get a comfortable fit that positions your jaw in a way that prevents your tongue or soft tissue in your throat from blocking your airway while you sleep.
  • On-Site Troubleshooting – We back our custom mouthguards with our knowledge. Unlike an over-the-counter mouthguard, our dentists can adjust your fit as needed and troubleshoot any problems that may need to be remedied.

Your mouthguards in Crown Point will work better if you use them properly, and we’re happy to help ensure that you do! To find out more about custom mouthguards, call Van Buskirk & Krischke DDS, LLC at 219-641-3422.

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Helen is the best hygienist! She knows me and is enjoyable to talk with. I look forward to my appointments because of her. Dr. Van Buskirk is very quick with his check in. He took the time to explain things such as a permanent retainer and the X-rays to my kids when they were in the room with me! My kids have always loved going as well!!!

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I have been going to Dr.Van Buskirk for years him and his staff are top notch. Couldn't ask for a better dentist. From the girls at the front desk to the dental hygienist in the back all very professional Helen and Ann do a great job.

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Very nice, professional people. Flexible and good service

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Caring and Professional. Thank you

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I had the new hygienists Shelley. She is enormously great. I also use Ann who has also been amazing. I know they can handle pretty much anything given where they had worked previously. I guess I followed them. The dentist Dr. Krischke is great too. He has fixed all of my poorly done fillings. He has a good personality too

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