Dental Blog

There are a lot of things that a pregnant woman shouldn’t do, such as smoke, drink, or engage in heavy physical work. The health and well-being of the baby are dependent upon the choices that Mom makes while she is…

Water Tower Place is located smack dab in the middle of the Magnificent Mile, a 13-block stretch of businesses, entertainment, and cultural places of interest. It is the premier commercial district in downtown Chicago and home to many upscale luxury…

Can you remember your last dental checkup? If so, think back to when the dentist was poking your gums with a small metal instrument while calling out seemingly random numbers to his dental assistant. (more…)

Since the mid-1950’s, the chemical fluoride has been added to the drinking water supply in most cities in our country. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) hails community water fluoridation as one of 10 most significant public health achievements of the 20th…

There are very few things in life more unsettling than losing an adult tooth. One minute you’re biting down on dinner, the next you feel a “cruuuunch” inside your mouth along with the accompanying sensation that you just bit down…

The hot summer months are officially here and that means BBQ’s, vacations, and family get-togethers. The only downside to all this fun in the sun is that people tend to neglect their dental health and go lax on their New…

After another long winter, it’s finally feeling like summer in Chicago. Why not celebrate the warmer weather by enjoying one of our city’s iconic views while sipping something special? (more…)

Are your teeth proportionately-sized when you smile – or do they appear smaller or square? If so, you might have a condition known as “short teeth.” It can be caused by a wide variety of factors such as: excessive wear…

Do you avoid smiling because you have an uneven or chipped front tooth? Are your canine teeth too sharp-looking, or are your front two teeth too long? If so, you’re not alone. Millions of people have minor imperfections in their…

Even though it’s the middle of August, summer isn’t quite over just yet. There are a lot of Chicago festivals and outdoor activities that are scheduled to take place before the end of the warm summer months. (more…)