Playing “Tooth or Dare”
Our teeth perform several vital roles for us. We use them to bite and chew, to help form words, to support our facial structure. And never underestimate the power of a smile! But once you try to expand that job…
Read More The Intriguing History of Halloween
Halloween is fast approaching, and Drs. Daniel Aneszko and Rana Stino wanted to be sure to wish our patients a happy day, no matter how you might celebrate this holiday. The Halloween that is familiar to most people today bears…
Read More November Marks National Diabetes Awareness Month
Diabetes is a chronic disease that increases the risk for many serious health problems, including severe gum disease. November is Diabetes Awareness Month, and it’s a great time for us at Water Tower Dental Care to remind our patients that…
Read More Proper Flossing Techniques
Of all the dental hygiene techniques you can use at home to promote clean teeth and good oral health, flossing is likely to be the one that troubles most people. It can be viewed as confusing and time-consuming, but when…
Read More Healthy Gums and Older Adults
One of the most important parts of staying healthy as we grow older is being open to learning new ways of staying healthy! While worrying about braces or wisdom teeth might be a thing of the past, there are new…
Read More Year-End Insurance Reminder
Drs. Daniel Aneszko and Rana Stino, as well as our team at Water Tower Dental Care, would like to give those patients with flex spend, health savings, or insurance benefits a friendly end of the year reminder that it’s high…
Read More What are dental crowns?
A dental crown is often called a “cap.” A dental crown covers all of the visible parts of the tooth and has many functions and reasons for placement. There are several different types of crowns available at Water Tower Dental…
Read More How Smoking Increases the Risk of Oral Cancer
Cigarette smoke contains more than 6,000 chemicals, and at least 200 of those chemicals are known to be harmful to your health. When smoke is inhaled, moist oral tissues are saturated with excessive amounts of carbon monoxide, hydrogen cyanide, and…
Read More Creating a Dental Home
As a parent, you know how important a happy, relaxed atmosphere is when it comes to making your child feel at home. We would like to make our Chicago practice your dental home, where you and your family enjoy the…
Read More I drink a lot of coffee. Could it be hurting my smile?
At Water Tower Dental Care, we know most of our patients enjoy a cup of coffee or two throughout the day. But what many of you don’t know is that coffee can be especially tough on your teeth because tannic…
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