Dentures replace your whole smile with a set of removable teeth. In some cases, your dentist may suggest removing your existing teeth to prevent serious complications. Other times, you may have lost your teeth over time, like many other adults. According to the National Institute for Dental and Craniofacial Research, 27.27% of seniors have no…
Just like the rest of your body, your teeth need special care as you age. Some problems develop over time. If you keep up with good dental hygiene, you can keep more of your teeth into your golden years. It’s never too early to learn how to care for your aging teeth. What Happens to…
Dental Hygiene Habits You know that you need to take care of your teeth, but do you really know what make up good dental hygiene habits? Find out if your daily mouth care matches up to what dentists want you to do. When you have a regular habit of taking good care of your teeth…
You may have receding gums due to several reasons. You may experience sensitivity in your teeth or have loose teeth. Luckily, you can do some things to slow down and stop gum recession. If you still wonder, “Why are my gums receding?” and home treatment doesn’t help, make an appointment with a dentist to discover…
Your Options for Missing Teeth Are you embarrassed to show your smile because of missing teeth? For many people, missing teeth can create a feeling of diminished self-confidence. Modern dentistry can not only replace the gaps in your smile, but our restorative dentist in Lake County, IL can also create long-term replacements that look and…
3 Dairy-Free Sources of Calcium Calcium is an important mineral for building strong, healthy teeth, but not everyone can tolerate the lactose found in dairy. Lactose is a sugar found in milk and other dairy products. About 65% of people have reduced ability to process lactose past infancy. If you have difficulty with lactose but…
A fluoride treatment dentist in Lake County doesn’t need to tell you about the issues with sensitive teeth. The issues are self-evident, especially if you experience them yourself. Tooth sensitivity is a condition that can make everyday activities such as eating, drinking, and even walking outside in colder weather painful and unpleasant. If you frequently…
4 Ways To Keep Oral Hygiene At Work Do you brush your teeth after lunch? If you’re one of the millions of people who work outside the home, chances are you don’t have the time or resources to brush during the day. However, not being able to brush doesn’t mean you can’t maintain oral hygiene…
We’ve all been told at least once in our life that daily flossing is crucial. After all, daily flossing prevents particles of food from becoming lodged between your teeth, where plaque and tartar can gather. Their presence can lead to tooth decay development, which in turn can lead to the need for root canal treatment,…
Self-Care Should Be A Priority, Ladies Many women require gentle reminders to practice self-care above those of others. All too often, we meet women who work tirelessly to fulfill the needs of their families. We see working moms, both at home and in office, who prioritize the health and wellness of their children, spouse and…