La Crosse, WI Dentist

Kevin B. Cook, D.D.S., S.C.

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4 Tips for Avoiding Dental Disease While Wearing Braces
posted: Apr 14, 2019.

Wearing braces takes time, but if all goes well the changes to your smile will be well worth it. In the meantime, though, you’ll have to contend with one particular Read more
E-Cigs Could be Just as Hazardous for Your Teeth and Gums as Cigarettes
posted: Apr 04, 2019.

More than 20 million people in the United States use electronic cigarettes or e-cigs as an alternative to tobacco smoking. While many users believe "vaping" is a healthier alternative to Read more
4 Things You Should be Doing to Maintain a Healthy Mouth
posted: Mar 25, 2019.

Regular dental visits are an important part of maintaining healthy teeth and gums. But it’s what goes on between those visits — daily hygiene and care — that are the Read more
Five Things to Know About Bleeding Gums
posted: Mar 14, 2019.

Did you ever brush your teeth and find that your gums were bleeding slightly? This unwelcome discovery is more common than you might think — and it might have something Read more
March Is the Time to Evaluate Sleep Problems
posted: Mar 04, 2019.

The month of March brings the first day of spring, when nature seems to wake up after a restful winter slumber. It also brings Sleep Awareness Week, which leads us Read more
3 Causes for Implant Failure and What You can do About Them
posted: Feb 22, 2019.

First introduced in the 1980s, dental implants are a popular and reliable tooth replacement option. Numerous studies show that after ten years 95% are still in place. Much of this Read more
National Children's Dental Health Month Highlights Importance of Baby Teeth
posted: Feb 12, 2019.

We all know that a child's baby teeth don't last forever. So if those little teeth develop problems, like severe decay, chips or cracks, it doesn't much matter—right? Wrong! National Read more
Test You're Brushing and Flossing Success with a Plaque Disclosing Agent
posted: Feb 02, 2019.

Brushing and flossing your teeth provides a lot of benefits, including a brighter smile and fresher breath. But the primary benefit—and ultimate goal—is removing dental plaque. This biofilm of bacteria Read more
Developing a Dental Care Strategy Could Save Long-Term Costs
posted: Jan 23, 2019.

Taking care of your teeth is a life-long endeavor. And like any other aspect of healthcare, it can be costly — from regular dental visits and cleanings to more expensive Read more
A Mouthguard for NBA Star Isaiah Thomas
posted: Jan 13, 2019.

Even after losing a tooth in an on-court collision with an opposing player, Isaiah Thomas didn’t slow down. The Boston Celtics point guard completed the play…and the rest of the Read more
Plagued by Mysterious Mouth Ulcers?
posted: Jan 03, 2019.

Do you ever get sores in your mouth that seem to appear for no reason and then disappear just as mysteriously? Chances are they’re aphthous ulcers — better known as Read more
Don't Ignore Sudden Tooth Pain - Your Teeth may be Telling you Something
posted: Dec 24, 2018.

Nothing grabs your attention like a sharp tooth pain, seemingly hitting you out of nowhere while you’re eating or drinking. But there is a reason for your sudden agony and Read more
Artificial Sweeteners can Boost your Dental Health
posted: Dec 14, 2018.

The market for sugar alternatives has grown exponentially since saccharin was accidentally discovered in 1878. Today, saccharin has been joined by other FDA-approved zero-calorie artificial sweeteners, including aspartame (“Equal®” or Read more
Paying Attention to Certain Factors Helps Ensure Successful Implant Outcomes
posted: Dec 04, 2018.

Implants are highly regarded by both dentists and patients for their versatility and durability. But it’s their life-like appearance that “seals the deal” as the restoration of choice — not Read more
World Cup Soccer Coach-Dentist Saves the Day!
posted: Nov 24, 2018.

If you followed the 2018 FIFA World Cup Soccer games, you probably know that one of this year’s biggest surprises was the debut of the team from Iceland—the smallest country Read more
Consider a Removable Partial Denture as a Temporary Solution After Tooth Loss
posted: Nov 14, 2018.

In an ideal situation, you would transition from a missing tooth to a permanent replacement with as little time in between as possible. Unfortunately, reality can intrude on the best Read more

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