2012
Claiming Core Values – Caring for the Community
EAGAN AND MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA – We are convinced that an ingredient in our recipe for success here in the office of Eagan orthodontist Dr. Jennifer Eisenhuth is being lifelong learners.
Whether it’s taking courses that enable us to provide more effective treatment options, attending seminars that help us run our practice more smoothly, or looking introspectively at what values define our core culture, we like to think of ourselves as constantly evolving.
Recently we embarked on a fact-finding mission of sorts to define our core values.
“We’re learning a lot about ourselves and what we want to be our driving forces,” says Dr. Eisenhuth, who is an Eagan and Minneapolis pediatric orthodontist, as well as adults.
2012
What Happens if Your Child Loses A Baby Tooth Early?
EAGAN AND MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA- Parents of patients who visit our Eagan and Minneapolis children’s orthodontics office don’t always view their children’s baby teeth as a priority in terms of oral health. Because kids eventually lose baby teeth, they sometimes act as though losing them prematurely isn’t a big deal.
In fact, the opposite is true, said Dr. Jennifer Eisenhuth, a Mendota Heights braces specialist. Baby teeth play an important role in a variety of ways, such as maintaining adequate spacing for adult teeth once they begin to erupt.
2011
The Story Behind Tooth Sensitivity
EAGAN, MINNESOTA- Tooth sensitivity can be a real drag. Who wants to wince in pain each time they bite into an ice cream cone or drink a hot cup
of tea?
It’s a fairly common problem- one in five adults experience teeth sensitivity- but there are some measures that can be taken to help alleviate it.
But before we get to our recommendations for alleviating tooth sensitivity, let’s discuss for a moment what causes it. Here at our Eagan orthodontic office, we occasionally get patients who complain of sensitivity after getting their braces. There’s a difference between sensitivity and soreness, however. The “sensitivity” that someone new to traditional or invisible braces may experience is short-lived and goes away once the teeth have adjusted to having appliances on them, says Dr. Jennifer Eisenhuth.
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2011
The Reasons Parents Seek Orthodontic Treatment for their Children
EAGAN AND ST. PAUL, MINNESOTA – People often associate braces and Invisalign treatment with cosmetic improvements.
While it’s true that orthodontic treatment can create a beautiful smile, many parents seek early treatment for their children to correct problems that are deeper than appearance alone, says Eagan and St. Paul pediatric orthodontics expert Dr. Jennifer Eisenhuth.
Overcrowding, underbite, overbite and TMJ correction all can be achieved with orthodontic treatment, in addition to the self-esteem improvements often cited as reasons why parents get braces for their children.
TMJ Disorder- Orthodontic treatment can alleviate pain caused by Temporomandibular Joint Disorder, says the Eagan and Lakeville children’s orthodontics provider.
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2011
Make Good Food Choices Now That You’re Back at School
EAGAN AND MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA – Minneapolis pediatric orthodontist Dr. Jennifer Eisenhuth says now that school is back in session, it’s 
time for you to make wise food choices when it comes to your school lunch.
Choosing real fruits over chewy fruit-flavored snacks, and avoiding sticky foods that can damage your braces are a good idea. They also are unhealthy for teeth because anything that can adhere to the teeth when combined with saliva forms an acid and can lead to tooth decay.
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2011
The Question of the Decade: Why Are Such Young Children Getting Braces?
EAGAN AND INVER GROVE HEIGHTS, MINNESOTA- A question we seem to get wherever we go, whether it’s at speaking engagements or just out in the community, is “Why are kids getting braces at such young ages these days?”
Lots of adults ask the question because they remember when they were children, many an orthodontist or children’s dentist advised parents to wait until their children had lost all of their baby teeth before starting orthodontic treatment.
But times- and treatment methods- have changed. Over the past 25 years or so, research has determined that many orthodontic problems can be corrected easily if identified early. A variety of orthodontic advancements has made it possible to eliminate the need for orthodontic treatment or at least lessen the length of treatment down the road and even prevent the need for tooth extraction and orthognathic surgery in many cases, says Dr. Jennifer Eisenhuth, an Eagan and Inver Grove Heights invisalign Teen specialist. Read more >>
2011
Make Your Teeth Shine
ROSEMOUNT AND EAGAN MINNESOTA- The braces have come off, so what’s the next step? It’s time to whiten that beautiful smile, but first you should consult your dentist or orthodontist to see if you are a good candidate.
Teeth whitening is a common procedure that can be done with the help of your orthodontist, says Dr. Jennifer Eisenhuth, an Eagan and Rosemount pediatric orthodontist. It is the process of teeth bleaching to make them appear whiter.
Dr. Eisenhuth, a Rosemount Invisalign provider, explains the different causes of stains and why you need to consult a professional before bleaching. Read more >>
2011
The Advancements of X-rays
EAGAN MINNESOTA- Traditional X-rays may eventually become a thing of the past, now that 3D imaging is being used more often in conjunction with several types of orthodontic treatment.
X-rays are a great tool for diagnosing problems with the teeth and jaws, says Dr. Jennifer Eisenhuth, an Eagan pediatric orthodontist.
Your teeth and the bone surrounding them are dense, meaning X-rays are easily absorbed. However, the gums and cheeks aren’t as dense, so the X-ray passes through and makes them appear dark on film. Teeth show up lighter on film and fillings, which are denser than the teeth, show up as a solid white color. Cavities show up as dark patches in a light tooth, according to the Colgate website.
2011
Five Reasons For Early Orthodontics
EAGAN AND MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA – Introducing orthodontics at an early age is important because some issues are more easily corrected when caught early, and other issues may only be identifiable by a trained professional.
By the time children reach 7 years old, they should have had their first orthodontist appointment, according to the American Association of Orthodontists. This appointment can point out noticeable and hidden problems, even if their teeth appear straight, and can result in simplifying treatment later in life.
Dr. Jennifer Eisenhuth, a Minneapolis pediatric orthodontist, explains five reasons for having your child evaluated by an orthodontist at an early age, so you can prevent the need for more extensive treatment when they are older. Read more >>
2011
Frenectomies, Fiberotomies & Gingivoplasties- Oh My!
EAGAN AND ST. PAUL, MINNESOTA – When we create an orthodontic treatment plan for our patients, it is our desire to give you the beautiful smile you’ve always wanted, but also to ensure that your bite is functional and healthy.
Sometimes, achieving these goals requires us to go beyond what most consider the routine orthodontic treatment pattern of braces or Invisalign, says Dr. Jennifer Eisenhuth, an Eagan and St. Paul orthodontist. There are some cases that require periodontal treatment in connection with orthodontic treatment. Read more >>
