Declaration Dental

Declaration Dental Dr Mark Riese and Dr Brandon Nguyen are ready to take care of you as an individual.

Our mission is to show the love of Christ by offering dental relief to those in need. Since moving to our new location in the fall of 2011, Declaration Dental has built a strong foundation not only in the services offered, but to help eliminate fear and panic one has. We offer services in General Dentistry for both children and adults, Orthodontics, TMJ/Headache relief, and Implants. Our highly trained team is there with you every step of the way not only cleaning teeth but improving your smile as a whole.

03/11/2026

Your Smile Has a Lot to Say… Make Sure Smoking Isn’t Part of the Story.

No Smoking Day is a great reminder that quitting to***co isn’t just good for your lungs — it’s one of the best things you can do for your oral health.

Smoking and to***co use can:
• Increase your risk of gum disease
• Cause tooth discoloration and persistent bad breath
• Slow healing after dental procedures
• Increase your risk of oral cancer
• Contribute to bone loss and tooth loss

The good news? It’s never too late to quit. Even small steps toward reducing to***co use can have a powerful impact on your health and your smile.

If you have questions about how smoking affects your oral health, the team at Declaration Dental is here to help guide you toward healthier choices.

Declaration Dental
Dr. Mark Riese & Dr. Brandon Nguyen
401 W Broadway
Monticello, IN 47960
(574) 583-5042

A smile makeover without years of treatment? Yep — that’s veneers ✨Porcelain veneers are thin custom shells bonded to th...
03/10/2026

A smile makeover without years of treatment? Yep — that’s veneers ✨

Porcelain veneers are thin custom shells bonded to the front of your teeth, and they can transform a smile dramatically — often in just **two visits**.

What veneers can fix:

🦷 Stains that whitening won’t remove
🦷 Chipped or worn teeth
🦷 Small gaps between teeth
🦷 Uneven or misshapen teeth
🦷 Minor crowding or overlapping
🦷 Teeth that look too small or short
🦷 Old, mismatched bonding

Visit 1: Design & preparation — we plan your ideal smile and take impressions
Visit 2: Placement — your custom veneers are bonded and your new smile is revealed

No braces. No months of whitening. Just a natural, brighter, balanced smile.

**Declaration Dental**
Dr. Mark Riese & Dr. Brandon Nguyen
401 W Broadway
Monticello, IN 47960
📞 (574) 583-5042

Today, we celebrate the incredible women who make a difference every single day.At Declaration Dental, we are grateful f...
03/08/2026

Today, we celebrate the incredible women who make a difference every single day.

At Declaration Dental, we are grateful for the talented and compassionate women on our team who care for our patients with kindness, professionalism, and dedication. Their work—both behind the scenes and chairside—helps create the welcoming environment our patients trust.

Today is also a time to celebrate women everywhere—career women, stay-at-home moms, caregivers, entrepreneurs, grandmothers, daughters, and the women who carry countless responsibilities every day. Every role matters. Every contribution helps shape families and communities.

To the women who lead, nurture, support, build, and inspire — we appreciate you and celebrate you today and every day.

Declaration Dental
Dr. Mark Riese & Dr. Brandon Nguyen
401 W Broadway
Monticello, IN 47960
(574) 583-5042

www.declarationdental.com

**Fun Fact Friday 🪥**Just getting over a cold, flu, or sore throat?Don’t forget your toothbrush!Bacteria and viruses can...
03/06/2026

**Fun Fact Friday 🪥**

Just getting over a cold, flu, or sore throat?
Don’t forget your toothbrush!

Bacteria and viruses can linger in the bristles… and using the same brush afterward can re-introduce germs right back into your mouth 🤢

After any illness:
• Toss the old brush
• Start fresh
• Protect your recovery

It’s one of the easiest ways to avoid getting sick again — and your immune system will thank you!

Declaration Dental
Dr. Mark Riese & Dr. Brandon Nguyen
401 W Broadway
Monticello, IN 47960
📞 (574) 583-5042

03/04/2026

Choosing a dentist isn’t just about procedures… it’s about trust.

In this video, Dr. Mark Riese shares his philosophy of care — and why our goal is never just to “fix a tooth,” but to understand the person behind the smile.

We believe dentistry should be:
✔ Comfortable
✔ Honest
✔ Educational
✔ Never rushed
✔ Focused on long-term health, not quick patches

You deserve to know your options, ask questions, and feel confident in every decision about your care.

Take a moment to hear directly from Dr. Riese — and learn what makes Declaration Dental different.

Declaration Dental
Dr. Mark Riese & Dr. Brandon Nguyen
401 W Broadway
Monticello, IN 47960
📞 (574) 583-5042

Sugar itself isn’t the real villain… it’s the **frequency** 🍭Every time you snack on sweets, bacteria in your mouth thro...
03/03/2026

Sugar itself isn’t the real villain… it’s the **frequency** 🍭

Every time you snack on sweets, bacteria in your mouth throw a party and produce acid for about **20–30 minutes**.
So sipping soda or grazing on candy all afternoon = your teeth are basically under constant acid attack.

Here’s how to protect your smile:

🦷 Keep sugary foods to mealtimes whenever possible
🦷 Avoid frequent snacking and sipping sweet drinks
🦷 Drink water after treats to rinse acids away
🦷 Brush about 30 minutes later (gives enamel time to reharden)

Fewer sugar exposures = fewer cavities.
It’s not about never enjoying treats… it’s about giving your teeth time to recover.

**Declaration Dental**
Dr. Mark Riese & Dr. Brandon Nguyen
401 W Broadway
Monticello, IN 47960
📞 (574) 583-5042

🦷 **Fun Fact Friday! — When do teeth actually show up?**Babies don’t come with teeth… but they definitely come with a *s...
02/27/2026

🦷 **Fun Fact Friday! — When do teeth actually show up?**

Babies don’t come with teeth… but they definitely come with a *schedule* 😄
Most kids follow a pretty predictable eruption timeline:

**Typical baby tooth arrival times**
• 6–10 months — Bottom front teeth (first little nibblers!)
• 8–12 months — Top front teeth
• 9–16 months — Teeth next to the front teeth
• 13–19 months — First molars (hello, chewing!)
• 16–23 months — Canines (the pointy ones 🐯)
• 23–33 months — Second molars

👉 By about **age 3**, most children have all **20 primary teeth**

**So when should the first dental visit happen?**
The rule is simple: **First tooth OR first birthday — whichever comes first.**

Early visits help us:
• Check growth and spacing
• Catch cavities early
• Discuss thumb habits & pacifiers
• Guide parents on brushing and nutrition

Think of it less like a treatment visit and more like a “parent coaching session” that keeps future appointments easy and stress-free 👍

Healthy starts create confident smiles for life 😄

**Declaration Dental**
Dr. Mark Riese & Dr. Brandon Nguyen
401 W Broadway
Monticello, IN 47960
📞 (574) 583-5042

02/25/2026

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After-Hours Dental Emergencies — What To Do & When To Call Us | Declaration Dental

🦷 **Dental emergencies never check your schedule first.**
Toothaches don’t care if it’s midnight… and broken teeth definitely love weekends 😅

So what should you do if something happens after hours?

**Step 1 — Don’t panic**
Most dental emergencies can be stabilized at home until we can see you.

**Step 2 — Know the situation**

**Toothache**
• Rinse with warm salt water
• Take ibuprofen (if medically safe for you)
• Avoid chewing on that side

**Broken tooth**
• Save the piece if possible
• Keep the area clean
• Avoid cold/hot foods

**Knocked-out tooth (this one is urgent!)**
• Pick it up by the crown — NOT the root
• Gently rinse (don’t scrub)
• Place back in socket OR keep in milk 🥛
• Call us immediately — time matters ⏱️

**Swelling**
• Use a cold compress
• If swelling affects breathing or swallowing → go to ER immediately

💡 The goal overnight is protection and comfort.
The goal the next day is saving the tooth.

If you’re ever unsure — call anyway. We’d always rather talk you through it than have you suffer all night.

**Declaration Dental**
Dr. Mark Riese & Dr. Brandon Nguyen
401 W Broadway
Monticello, IN 47960
📞 (574) 583-5042

Chewing gum can actually be good for your teeth — as long as it’s **sugar-free** 😉After you eat, the bacteria in your mo...
02/23/2026

Chewing gum can actually be good for your teeth — as long as it’s **sugar-free** 😉

After you eat, the bacteria in your mouth start producing acids that weaken enamel and lead to cavities.
Here’s where gum helps:

🦷 **Stimulates saliva flow** — saliva is your mouth’s natural defense system
🦷 **Neutralizes acids** before they damage enamel
🦷 **Rinses away food particles** that bacteria feed on
🦷 **Provides minerals** that help strengthen teeth

Even better: many sugar-free gums contain **xylitol**, which bacteria can’t use as fuel — meaning fewer cavity-causing microbes.

Think of it as a mini mouth rinse when you don’t have a toothbrush nearby.

Chewing sugar-free gum for about 20 minutes after meals can significantly reduce your risk of cavities — but it never replaces brushing and flossing!

**Declaration Dental**
Dr. Mark Riese & Dr. Brandon Nguyen
401 W Broadway
Monticello, IN 47960
📞 (574) 583-5042

🦷 **Fun Fact Friday!**Your teeth are as unique as fingerprints — even identical twins have different dental patterns!But...
02/20/2026

🦷 **Fun Fact Friday!**

Your teeth are as unique as fingerprints — even identical twins have different dental patterns!
But they’re also designed as a *team*, with each type of tooth doing a specific job:

• **Incisors** – the flat front teeth that cut and bite food 🍎
• **Canines** – the pointed teeth that tear (your natural “steak knives”) 🥩
• **Premolars** – the transition teeth that crush and shred
• **Molars** – the heavy grinders that do the real chewing work 🌽

Because everyone’s spacing, shape, wear patterns, and bite are different, your smile truly becomes your personal signature over time.

That’s why preserving natural teeth is so important — nothing works quite like the originals 😊

**Declaration Dental**
Dr. Mark Riese & Dr. Brandon Nguyen
401 W Broadway
Monticello, IN 47960
📞 (574) 583-5042

❤️ **February is American Heart Month — and your gums matter more than you think.**Gum disease isn’t just a mouth proble...
02/18/2026

❤️ **February is American Heart Month — and your gums matter more than you think.**

Gum disease isn’t just a mouth problem.
It’s a chronic bacterial infection that can enter the bloodstream and trigger inflammation throughout the body.

Research has linked periodontal disease to:
• Heart disease & heart attacks
• Stroke
• Worsening diabetes
• Pregnancy complications

When your gums bleed, swell, or stay infected, your immune system is constantly fighting — and your heart feels that stress too.

Healthy gums = a healthier body 🦷❤️

Regular professional cleanings help remove bacteria below the gumline where brushing and flossing can’t reach.

**Declaration Dental**
Dr. Mark Riese & Dr. Brandon Nguyen
401 W Broadway
Monticello, IN 47960
📞 (574) 583-5042

02/17/2026

💙 February 17th is Random Acts of Kindness Day — and today feels like the perfect reminder that small moments matter.

A warm smile.
Holding the door for someone.
A kind word when someone needs it most.

Sometimes the simplest gestures make the biggest difference.

Here at Declaration Dental, kindness is at the heart of everything we do — from calming nervous patients, to celebrating healthy smiles, to treating every person who walks through our doors like family.

Today, we encourage you to spread a little kindness:

✨ Compliment a stranger
✨ Call someone you’ve been meaning to check on
✨ Pay it forward in line
✨ Or simply share your smile with the world

You never know who might need it.

And if you’ve been putting off your own dental care, consider this your gentle reminder — taking care of yourself is an act of kindness too. 💙

Declaration Dental
401 W Broadway
Monticello, IN 47960
📞 (574) 583-5042

🌐 www.declarationdental.com

Wishing our wonderful Monticello community a day full of smiles, compassion, and kindness. 🤍

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