Your Teeth are What You Eat
Every time you eat a meal, or sip a beverage, your teeth are the first part of your body to…
Read More →Author: Dr. Thanasi Loukas, DMD
Dr. Thanasi M. Loukas, DMD is a graduate of Tufts University School of Dental Medicine and the owner of Loukas Dentistry of Park Ridge, Illinois — a family practice founded in 1981. Dr. Loukas specializes in dental implant surgery and restoration, Invisalign clear aligners, cosmetic dentistry, bone grafting, oral surgery, emergency dentistry, and facial aesthetics including Botox, dermal fillers, PDO threads, and Kybella. He uses advanced 3D CBCT imaging and digital guided implant planning to deliver precise, predictable outcomes for patients across Park Ridge, Niles, Des Plaines, and Chicago.
Paying Homage to a Classic
Dental crowns are among the oldest and most trusted dental restorations around today. The first crowns appeared almost 2,000 years…
Read More →What to Look for in a Toothpaste
Hopefully, you’ve done it all your life, but the fact that you’re used to brushing and flossing your teeth every…
Read More →Building Sturdier Bridges to Better Dental Health
Not every consequence of tooth loss is easily recognizable. You might notice the empty spaces left in your smile, but…
Read More →Take Better Care of Your Teeth at Home
Ideally, you should only visit the dentist twice a year, for your biannual dental checkups and cleanings. If you practice…
Read More →Beat Bad Breath for Good
Your initial instinct may be to hide it, but you can’t conceal your bad breath for long. In fact, ignoring…
Read More →Quiz Yourself on Porcelain Veneers
Porcelain veneers are among the most popular cosmetic dental techniques available, and for good reason. Made from super-thin, semi-translucent ceramic,…
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How to Stop Grinding Your Teeth, and Why You Should
Think your occasional teeth-grinding habit is harmless? Think again. Though healthy teeth are completely surrounded by highly-resistant tooth enamel, the…
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What Does Jaw Pain Mean?
Do you notice a clicking or popping noise when you open and close your jaw? Is the sound accompanied by…
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How Do You Treat Gum Disease?
Knowing the dangers of gum disease, you might be more inclined to seek treatment if it develops; but what does…
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