Do you ever wonder why, with all the dental technology today, you may still need to have a tooth extracted? Sometimes to maintain good dental and overall health, extraction is the treatment of choice. If tooth decay reaches into the pulp of the tooth, the bacteria causing the decay may also cause infection. The pulp… Read more »
Vitamins For Healthy Teeth And Gums
You don’t always get the right amount of proper vitamins and nutrients from what you eat. That’s why sometimes your doctor suggests you take vitamins, to help keep your body healthy. But what about your teeth? Do you ever hear your dentist suggest vitamins for healthy teeth? Maybe not, but there are certain vitamins that… Read more »
Why Your Toothbrush Matters
Did you know that 600 different kinds of microorganisms have been identified in any one person’s mouth? Did you also know that these bacteria are harmless unless the correct environmental influence allows them to thrive causing infection and decay? Your oral health habits at home remain vital to maintaining a clean, healthy mouth.
Smile Bright For Summer With Teeth Whitening
As Spring comes to an end, and the season gradually transitions into summer, you may consider the appearance of your teeth. For most, white, bright teeth are a necessity to every day life. The presence of a beautiful smile means a higher likelihood of positive social and professional interactions and a boost to self-confidence.
Smile Bright For Summer With Teeth Whitening
As Spring comes to an end, and the season gradually transitions into summer, you may consider the appearance of your teeth. For most, white, bright teeth are a necessity to every day life. The presence of a beautiful smile means a higher likelihood of positive social and professional interactions and a boost to self-confidence. Enhance… Read more »
Educating your Children for Optimal Dental Health
Most parents have high hopes for a lifetime of positive experiences for their children, even with something as simple as dental checkups. Park Ridge dentists, Dr. Thanasi Loukas and Dr. Maria Loukas, are dedicated to offering the best care for your entire family. We understand children and are happy to offer friendly, pleasant dentistry to our… Read more »
What to Expect for Dental Implant Recovery Time
Dental implant retained dentures are more often referred to as the shorter term – “dental implants.” They are among the most versatile, reliable, and attractive restoration options for missing teeth. The basic rundown is this: titanium rods are designed to function as tooth root replacements. They are implanted through your gum tissue and into your… Read more »
The Important Role of your Dental Hygienist
Who do you spend the most time with when you go to the dentist for a biannual checkup? Preventive dentistry includes cleanings and dental exams. You are encouraged to keep up with these visits every six months. A dentist is trained to look for problems with your teeth and gums. They are qualified to recommend… Read more »
Smoking and your Oral Health
If you are a smoker, you partake in a habit as villainous as a diet high in fat, never exercising, or allowing yourself a massively stressful life. All of these things are undeniably dangerous to your health, and smoking is no exception. Tobacco use not only causes cancer, but also gives you foul breath and… Read more »
Toothbrush Care Alert
If you haven’t thought about it recently, your life probably consists of routines that accomplish your daily goals. For example, you’ve set your circadian rhythm, so that you fall asleep and awake about the same time. Each morning, you perform the same menial tasks to prepare for the upcoming daily events. Involved in all of… Read more »

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