Are Teeth the Same as Bones?
They’re incredibly strong, and they contain many of the same minerals, but contrary to popular belief, your teeth are not…
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.
Are Gum Disease and Periodontitis the Same Thing?
The short answer is no, not exactly. The more involved answer is that periodontitis is a stage of gum disease—the…
Read More →Endodontic Treatment, Before It’s Too Late
Endodontic treatment, or treating/removing the infected tissues from the center of your tooth, might be the last resort for saving…
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Do Porcelain Veneers Look Real?
Are you concerned with how your smile looks? Porcelain veneers have gained a lot of popularity as a diverse and…
Read More →Wise Up to Wisdom Teeth
Wisdom teeth gained their moniker long ago because they begin to show between the ages of 17-25, once referred to…
Read More →Dental Bonding—A Minor Touchup with Major Results
Although not exactly as popular as teeth whitening or porcelain veneers, dental bonding is a highly-effective cosmetic treatment that can…
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Read More →The Cosmetic Benefits of Dental Implants
If you’ve lost one or more teeth, then you have quite a bit to consider. Even if you’ve already replaced…
Read More →Lost Teeth? How Your Restorative Dentists Can Help
There’s more than just one aspect of professional dentistry. For instance, preventive dentistry focuses on routines and treatments designed to…
Read More →Oral Surgery and Your Dental Health
Park Ridge implant dentists, Dr. Maria and Dr. Thanasi Loukas, are specially trained to handle complex dental situations, such as…
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