Do you experience mild discomfort, even pain, when eating ice cream or drinking hot liquids? If so, it’s likely you have sensitive teeth and could benefit from sensitive teeth treatment. Multiple factors can cause teeth sensitivity, including: Tooth decay or exposed tooth roots Cavities Cracked or chipped teeth Worn fillings Receding gums or gum disease…
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When it comes to how often patients need to visit the dentist for teeth cleaning, the answers will vary more than expected. The reasons behind the conflicting advice from many stems from the basic fact that no two patients are alike. However, those who don’t have a regular schedule of dental visits should have a…
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People mostly associate dentists with caring for teeth and treating toothaches. These doctors can also diagnose and treat gum pain. In fact, this condition could have several causes, some of which require early intervention to prevent worsening complications. Therefore, anyone with gum pain that doesn’t seem to go away within a few days should seek…
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Dental care focuses on three main aspects of oral health – decay, periodontal disease, and occlusal disease. The first refers to cavities, the second to gum disease, and the last to bite alignment issues. The first two are familiar to most. However, few know about occlusal disease. Qualified dentists understand what this condition is and…
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You may be at home brushing your teeth and realize it’s been a while since you’ve gone in for a dental visit. You may notice that it’s harder to get a “clean” feel after brushing and flossing your teeth. You may even notice that you have bad breath that persists even after brushing your teeth.…
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The main reason you should make regular visits to the dentist is to make sure your teeth, gums, and other mouth structures remain healthy. However, you shouldn’t discount how much your ability to smile confidently impacts your mental health. Greenwood Dental Care provides general dentistry services in Illinois. Our team also educates patients on how…
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When cavities form in your teeth, they can lead to issues like pain, infection, and eventually tooth extraction. People of any age can end up with a cavity. Good oral hygiene habits like daily brushing and flossing, along with regular dental checkups, can prevent cavities from forming. Greenwood Dental Care helps residents living in Waukegan,…
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Tongue-tie surgery is another name for ankyloglossia surgery. Ankyloglossia is a condition in which there is an unusually tight, short, or thick band of tissue that is holding the tongue’s tip down to the floor of the mouth. This is called the lingual frenulum. This condition isn’t always troublesome, but in some cases, it could make…
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If you have lost many teeth or are struggling with chronic dental problems, one of the options is to turn to dentures. Full dentures, also known as conventional dentures, are used most often by people who have lost their entire bottom or top row of teeth. Full dentures take some time to create, and the…
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Everyone needs a good dentist. Whether you’re five years old or 50 years old, the reality is that your teeth do need to be examined, cleaned, and repaired on occasion. Children, in particular, should see a dentist early in life. Although they only have baby teeth at this time, they can still have issues with…
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