Summer Contest

We love to know what fun activities our patients are doing this summer. We hope you check out our Summer time contest. First,
go to our website-http://www.vancouverpediatricdentistry.com/promotion.html and print a picture of your doctor. ... Instead of Flat Stanley, it is a flat version of your doctor. Color and cut out the image and take a picture of you with your doctor doing a favorite summertime activity or on vacation and post it on our Facebook page. Get your friends to "like" your picture and our page- The picture with the most "likes" wins an iPad- Have fun:)

Dental Exam, Cleaning and Fluoride

   Dental Exam, Cleaning and Fluoride-

The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends having your child's teeth cleaned twice a year.  Preventive dental exams, teeth cleaning, and topical fluoride treatments are important tools used to maintain good dental health.  The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends that children be seen for their first dental exam by their first birthday.  However, children under the age of 3 years may be somewhat fearful and not ready to cooperate for teeth cleaning and topical fluoride treatment.  Therefore, if your child is under the age of 3 years, Dr. Lubisich will complete a full dental examination and familiarize your child with our staff and office.

Preventing dental decay begins when your child's very first tooth erupts, and it is important to familiarize yourself with the procedures available.  While all children can benefit from dental exams, teeth cleaning, and fluoride treatments, children that have permanent molars can further benefit from a preventive procedure known as dental sealants.  Sealants are one of the most effective procedures available for preventing tooth decay in the biting surfaces of permanent teeth.  Sealants are recommended for permanent molars, and the application is simple and painless.

 

Dental Emergencies

Emergecy Dental Services - 360.256.1755

When you need an emergency dentist, Vancouver Pediatric Dentistry is the only call to make!

Dental Emergencies

The need for emergency dental care can occur any time. The most common types of injuries are the results of toddlers falling down and children and teens injured while playing sports.

The peak period for trauma to primary, or baby teeth, is between 18 to 36 months - a time when children are curious, yet uncoordinated.

With permanent teeth, sports accidents are the most common cause of dental emergencies, especially in teenagers. Swinging arms and elbows and butting heads are common causes of injuries in football, baseball, basketball, and soccer. Parents of cheerleaders should also take caution, as dental injuries in that sport are skyrocketing. No matter what type of injury occurs, the first 20-30 minutes are crucial in determining if a tooth can be repaired or saved. Steps to take depend on the type of tooth that has been injured and what kind of injury occurred.

IF A TOOTH HAS BEEN KNOCKED OUT OF PLACE: If the tooth has been knocked backwards or out of position but is still in the socket, simply wash your hands, then pinch the crown of the tooth and snap it back into place. The teeth on either side will guide it into position. Use a cold compress (a cold, wet towel or washcloth pressed firmly against the area) to reduce swelling, then go to the dentist immediately. The dentist will then fine-tune the placement of the tooth and stabilize the tooth.

IF A TOOTH HAS BEEN CHIPPED OR BROKEN: If possible locate the fragment of the broken tooth, wash it gently with water, then go to the dentist as soon as possible. If the tooth has been shattered or more than half of the tooth is broken, find the tooth fragments and go to the dentist immediately. The dentist can re-bond your tooth fragment. If the fracture is over half the tooth, then the nerve of tooth may be exposed and need immediate treatment to protect the nerve.

IF A TOOTH HAS BEEN KNOCKED OUT: If a baby tooth has been knocked out, don't worry about replacing it. Clean the child's mouth gently with water and use a cold compress to reduce swelling. Then make an appointment with your child's dentist to determine how serious the injury is.

If it's a permanent tooth, it's critical that you put it right back into the socket within 20 minutes to avoid serious nerve damage. Even if you're a bit squeamish, you must get the tooth back into the socket.

If for some reason you can't get the tooth back in, place it in milk or saline. These liquids help protect the delicate cells around the root much better than water. The important thing is to keep the tooth moist but avoid washing or rubbing it, and avoid touching the root.

We emergency dental treatment 24 hours a day. Call our office for the emergency number to call. If you ever have a dental concern please do not hesitate to call us. If it is bothering you, please bother us!

Dental Health Month

It is almost February, which is dental health month:) We love to teach children about their dental health by performing an educational puppet show. Our show is designed for children ages 2-6. Call us to schedule a puppet show for your preschool or school at 360.256.1755. You can visit our website www.drlubisich.com to view the puppet show.

Toy Drive

We believe that no child should be denied the magic that a special toy can bring during the holidays, and no parent should suffer the sadness of not being able to provide it.
A new, unwrapped toy can be dropped off at our office anytime until December 18th. Help us spread the joy to children this holiday season. .

Newsletter

We are so excited to be sending out our 1st newsletter!!!!

Enjoy-

Giving

Please bring a new unwrapped toy and/or canned or boxed food to our office
to help spread the holiday spirit to children in our community.
We will be accepting your donations until
Thusday, December 15th.
Merry Christmas-

International College of Dentist

Dr. Peter was recently nominated and awarded the great honor of joining the

International College of Dentist,

which is the pre-eminent honorary organization of the world’s outstanding dentist

who have, by their actions, demonstrated an abiding interest and

concern for their communities and profession.

One of the most significant events of an individual’s career is being recognized

as a Fellow of an organization of professional distinction.

In dentistry, such acceptance indicates that the person has brought credit

to the profession through devoted service and high ethical behavior.

In return, the profession bestows its highest honor,

Fellowship in the International College of Dentist.

Halloween

We LOVE to see our patients in their costumes-

Feel free to wear any kid friendly attire

to your appointment through the month

of October.

Warrior Dash 2011

                                  "Alone we can do so little, together we can do so much" - Helen Keller

Our team building event this year was spent at the Warrior Dash in North Plains, OR.  It is a 3.18 mile
race with 14 different obstacles. We trudged through the waist deep water and over logs in the beginning
and onto the warrior roast (jumping over flames of fire)  to end up in the muddy mayhem.  We all proved to be warriors that day. 

Dozer Days ROCKED!!!!!!

This was our first year sponsoring and attending Dozer Days and what an amazing event that Nutter Foundation puts together.  We had a chance to meet so many wonderful families of our community.  Almost 25,000 people attended dozer days this year-  that was a record for this 7 year event.  Make sure you wear your hardhat to your next appoinment  for a special prize.

Dozer Day 2011

We are looking forward to our first time participating in Dozer Days 2011.It is an amazing fundraiser for children in our community.  Mark your calendar for May 21st and 22nd 2011 to join us.

February Contest Winner-

Congratulations to Miss. Madison for guessing 1200 pieces of candy on our Valentine contest.  The actual number was 1179-  So close.  Have fun shopping with your Target gift card!

Happy New Year

Tomorrow is the most important thing in life. Comes into us at midnight very clean. It's perfect when it arrives and it puts itself in our hands. It hopes we've learned something from yesterday.    - John Wayne

Christmas Toy Drive

Please bring a new unwrapped toy to our office

to help spread the holiday spirit to children in our community.

Join us in our toy drive.  We will be accepting toys until

Thusday, December 23rd.

Merry Christmas-

Patients Halloween Costumes

We love to see our patients in their costumes.  Feel free to wear any kid friendly attire to your appointments.

Vancouver Pediatric Dentistry Food Drive

Please bring your canned or boxed foods to our office and join us in helping City Team Ministries feed families in our community.  We will be accepting donations until November 24th.

Back to school contest winner

Congratulations go out to Anna for guessing 220 items in our back to school contest.  The actual count was 217- ONLY 3 off.  Anna received a $50.00 gift card to Target.  Have fun shopping.

MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS NOW FOR OUR POPULAR PUPPET SHOW!

Don’t miss your chance to see the puppet show* playing to rave reviews at our community’s preschools and elementary schools for nearly 25 years!

• The 17-minute, “Puppet Show” teaches kids about tooth decay and its prevention.
• Children from 3-7 years of age will learn good oral health and good food habits.
• The story comes alive as the audience interacts with the show.
• Our villain teaches kids the risks of going to bed without brushing their teeth.
• Each child gets a goody bag with a toothbrush, pencil, stickers, floss, coloring sheet and a “prize.”



“Teachers report, “This is the best dental
health presentation I’ve ever seen.”
Please call 360-256-1755 to
make your reservation today.

*Written by Dr. Peter Lubisich III (board certified diplomate in the academy of Pediatric Dentistry), Victoria Zimmerman (registered dental Hygienist) and Debbie Hunt (dental office manager).

Happy Birthday Rachel & Andrew!

Rachel was our birthday contest winner for the first quarter of 2009!!

We celebrated her 8th birthday with her ar JJ jump. 

Rachel's brother, Andrew, was celebrating his 5th birthday at the same time since their birthdays are six days apart. 

They seem to have had fun jumping around with friends and family. 

Thanks for letting us be a part of your special day.