Glouse Family Dentistry

05/27/2026

✨ Team Behind the Scenes ✨

We want to highlight the amazing personalities that make our business stand out.

First up is our sweet Natalie! Natalie is a Monett native. She’s been a member of our team for just under one year, but we feel like we’ve known her our whole lives!

Natalie has been married to her husband, Aiden, for three years. She is mom to her pup, Maggie, Bruce the Goose, and her “doughphelia,” her sourdough starter.

When Natalie isn’t at our front desk with a big, warm smile, you can probably find her baking her heart out — her homemade breads and cookies are always welcome in our break room and bring such joy to our staff!

Thank you for being such a huge part of providing care to our patients, Natalie! ❤️

04/29/2026

On Wednesdays, we wear pink!
So thankful to have a fun staff that plays along with my wild ideas 🥰

04/16/2026

Happy Birthday, Dr. Glouse!🥳
Don’t worry - we won’t mention how many candles are on the cake… we’d need a panoramic x-ray to count them anyway😆🦷

04/14/2026

Some patients leave a mark far beyond the dental chair… and today we were reminded just how special that can be 💛

We had the sweetest patient take the time to personally make these beautiful, custom cutting boards for our team. The detail, the craftsmanship, and the thought behind each one truly means more than words can express.

In a world that moves so fast, gestures like this remind us why we love what we do. It’s not just about teeth—it’s about people, relationships, and the connections we build along the way.

To our amazing patient, thank you for your kindness, your talent, and for thinking of us. We will cherish these always! 🐢✨

Grateful for moments like this and the incredible people we get to care for every day. 💙

04/09/2026

✨ Happy Dental Hygiene Week! ✨

This week we’re celebrating two incredible hygienists who go above and beyond for every single patient who walks through our doors. 💙

Their dedication, compassion, and attention to detail don’t just keep smiles healthy…they build trust, confidence, and lasting relationships. From educating patients to providing top-tier care, they truly are the backbone of what we do.

We are beyond grateful to have such hardworking, passionate women on our team. Your commitment to excellence does not go unnoticed, and our patients are better because of YOU! 🦷✨

If you’ve ever sat in their chair, you know…you’re in the best hands. 🙌

Drop some love in the comments and help us celebrate these amazing hygienists! 💐

04/09/2026

Mom gave us permission to post this precious moment so we just had to. With that said, We had one of the cutest little TWO year old patient today. 👧🎀

🦷 Start Early, Smile Forever 🦷

One of the most important things you can do for your child’s health starts earlier than most people think… their first dental visit should happen as soon as their first tooth erupts (or by their first birthday).

Yes, that early! 👶✨

Why is this so important?

✔️ Early detection – We can catch potential issues before they turn into bigger problems
✔️ Prevention – Establishing healthy habits from the beginning helps prevent cavities and gum disease
✔️ Comfort & confidence – Kids who start young are less likely to develop dental anxiety
✔️ Parent education – Learn proper brushing, nutrition tips, and what’s normal during development

Baby teeth may be small, but they play a BIG role in:
➡️ Speech development
➡️ Proper chewing and nutrition
➡️ Guiding permanent teeth into place

Creating a positive experience early sets the foundation for a lifetime of healthy smiles 💙

As parents, we stay on top of pediatrician visits—dental care should be no different.

✨ Don’t wait for a problem… start with prevention.

04/04/2026

A clinical trial published in the European Heart Journal found that treating severe gum disease may do more than protect your teeth—it may help slow changes in blood vessels linked to heart attacks and strokes.

Researchers followed patients for 2 years and observed that intensive gum treatment reduced inflammation, limited bacteria entering the bloodstream, and slowed the thickening of the carotid arteries—the major vessels supplying blood to the brain. Even small reductions in this thickness are associated with meaningful improvements in cardiovascular risk.

This doesn’t mean dental treatment replaces heart care. But it highlights something critical:
your oral health is closely connected to your overall health.
Untreated gum disease may quietly contribute to long-term damage beyond the mouth.

This was a randomized clinical trial—one of the strongest forms of medical evidence.

📄 Source: Orlandi M, Masi S, Lucenteforte E, et al. Periodontitis treatment and progression of carotid intima–media thickness: a randomized trial. European Heart Journal. 2025.

04/01/2026

13 years of keeping our office smiling!😁
Your dedication, organization, and warm welcome at the front desk make every patient feel at home. Thank you for being such an important part of our dental family!
Happy Work Anniversary Maria!💜🦷

03/24/2026

03/17/2026

🍀 A little luck, a lot of smiles! We appreciate each and every one of you! ✨

Happy St. Patricks day. ⭐️🦷🍀

The Dr’s 💚

03/04/2026

🦷🦸‍♀️ Happy Dental Assistants Week! 🦸‍♂️🦷

This week we celebrate the true superheroes of the dental office…our incredible dental assistants. The ones who keep everything running smoothly, often before anyone even realizes what needs to be done.

They are the calm during busy days, the extra set of hands during procedures, the comfort to nervous patients, and the backbone of our team. From setting up trays and assisting chairside to keeping patients smiling and the schedule flowing, they do it all with skill, heart, and dedication.

Dental assisting isn’t just a job…it’s compassion, precision, teamwork, and hustle all wrapped into one.

We see you. We appreciate you. We are so grateful for everything you do every single day.

Thank you for being the superheroes behind every smile 🦷🪥🩷