Business Details
14 Years
experience
Emergency
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Your Trusted Dental Care Experts in Appleton, WI
At North Appleton Dentistry, we prioritize personalized, patient-centered care while delivering advanced dental solutions. Our team, led by Dr. Emily Ruthven and Dr. Daniel Cepeda, combines over two decades of combined experience with continuous education in cutting-edge techniques and technology. We specialize in preventive care, cosmetic dentistry, and restorative treatments including Straumann implants and CEREC one-visit restorations. Our practice serves Appleton and surrounding communities with a commitment to family-friendly service, ethical treatment, and community engagement.We emphasize patient education to promote lifelong oral health, while maintaining rigorous clinical standards through partnerships with trusted industry leaders like Straumann. Our approach balances technical expertise with compassionate care, ensuring each patient receives tailored solutions that align with their unique needs and goals.
Services
Preventive Care
Cosmetic Dentistry
CEREC Restorations
Straumann Implants
Emergency Care
Digital X-rays
Full-Mouth Reconstruction
Teeth Whitening
Sports Dentistry
Dental Exams
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We offer family-friendly dental care for all generations
- Our team utilizes advanced CEREC one-visit restoration technology
- We provide 24/7 emergency dental services with on-call support
- Our doctors complete extensive continuing education annually
- We partner with Straumann for proven implant solutions
Associations and certifications
- Straumann Dental Implants
What people say
Amazing profession
Positive and welcoming feeling
Best experience possible
Laid-back personality
Advanced technology
Services
Preventive Care
Our preventive care services include routine exams, cleanings, and patient education to maintain optimal oral health. We emphasize early detection of potential issues through digital imaging and personalized hygiene instruction. Patients receive tailored recommendations for at-home care and preventive treatments like dental sealants.
Cosmetic Dentistry
We offer comprehensive cosmetic treatments including porcelain veneers, bonding, and professional teeth whitening. Our approach combines artistic skill with advanced materials to create natural-looking results that enhance facial aesthetics while maintaining functional integrity for long-term oral health.
CEREC Restorations
CEREC technology enables us to complete crowns, inlays, and onlays in a single visit using precision-milled ceramic materials. This eliminates the need for temporary restorations while providing durable, aesthetically matched solutions that preserve natural tooth structure through minimally invasive techniques.
Straumann Implants
We provide Straumann implant solutions for tooth replacement with proven long-term success rates. Our process includes comprehensive treatment planning, guided surgical placement, and customized prosthetic restoration using Swiss-engineered components that integrate naturally with existing dentition.
Emergency Care
Our emergency services address traumatic injuries, severe pain, and urgent dental conditions with immediate attention. We maintain after-hours availability for acute cases while offering same-day appointments for urgent care needs during regular business hours.
People
Dr. Emily Ruthven
General Dentist
Dr. Ruthven focuses on family dental care with emphasis on preventive education and restorative treatments. She graduated from Marquette University School of Dentistry and maintains active continuing education in advanced dental techniques.
Dr. Daniel Cepeda
General Dentist
Dr. Cepeda provides comprehensive dental care with a focus on patient comfort and conservative treatment approaches. He brings extensive experience in restorative dentistry and maintains active participation in professional development programs.
Angela
Dental Hygienist
Angela specializes in periodontal care and patient education, helping individuals develop effective home care routines. She emphasizes preventive strategies to maintain long-term oral health through personalized hygiene instruction.
Barbara
Dental Hygienist
Barbara provides comprehensive hygiene services including diagnostic imaging and periodontal assessments. She focuses on intergenerational dental care, working with families to establish healthy oral hygiene habits across all age groups.
Stacy
Office Manager
Stacy oversees practice operations with 15 years of clinical experience as a dental assistant. She manages patient relations and coordinates care delivery while maintaining office protocols for infection control and treatment planning.
Questions
What dental services do you offer for families?
We provide comprehensive care for all ages including exams, cleanings, restorations, cosmetic treatments, and emergency services in a family-friendly environment.
Do you handle dental emergencies after hours?
Yes, we offer 24/7 emergency care with on-call support for urgent dental conditions requiring immediate attention.
Are dental implants a permanent solution?
Straumann implants provide long-term tooth replacement solutions with proper care and maintenance, integrating naturally with your existing dentition.
How does CEREC technology benefit patients?
CEREC enables same-day crowns and restorations using precision-milled ceramic materials, eliminating multiple visits and temporary prosthetics.
What payment options are available?
We accept major credit cards, insurance plans, and offer flexible payment arrangements to accommodate various financial situations.
Do you accept new patients?
We welcome new patients of all ages and offer convenient online appointment scheduling for initial consultations and routine visits.