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Checkups & Cleanings

Comprehensive Oral Examinations

This examination is provided to all new patients on their first visit unless requested otherwise. A full set of radiographs (x-rays) is taken unless provided by your previous dentist. The doctor will evaluate you for cavities, oral cancer, gum disease, abnormalities of the mouth and jaws, TMJ disorders, and more. Pictures may be taken with a digital camera or intraoral camera to show you exactly what the doctor sees and to help inform you of the treatment required. Complete diagnosis will be done and treatment planning will be provided. At any time during your examination, we encourage you to ask questions or voice concerns.

Thorough, Gentle Dental Cleanings

Routine prophylaxis is of paramount importance of any patient who has the desire to keep their teeth forever! At Loukas Dentistry of Park Ridge, our skilled hygienists can skillfully yet gently use a variety of instruments to remove plaque and tartar buildup. Bacterial plaque is responsible for causing tooth decay and gum disease. While daily brushing and flossing help keep plaque at bay, it will still accumulate in harder reach places toward the back of the mouth. Only visits to a dental hygienist at your Park Ridge dentist’s office can be sure to thoroughly the surfaces of every tooth. Our patients leave a dental cleaning with incredibly smooth, healthy looking teeth and refreshed breath.

Before & After a Professional Cleaning

Before professional dental cleaning, heavy tartar buildup
Heavy tartar and plaque buildup along the gumline before a professional dental cleaning.
After professional dental cleaning, clean teeth and healthy gums
After a professional cleaning: tartar removed, leaving smooth, healthy-looking teeth and gums.

See the difference a professional cleaning makes in removing tartar and plaque buildup, leaving teeth smooth, clean, and gums healthy.

Communication is Key!

We are a team, a team dedicated to improving your oral health and the appearance of your smile. We invite questions and concerns because we truly believe that open dialogue is the best way to create a trusting, long term patient-dentist relationship. You can call our office and speak to our friendly front desk staff or you can schedule a consultation if you just want to talk about services you might be interested in. At any time during your appointment, you can always feel free to ask a question or voice a concern. This is time we want to dedicate to your care. Let us know how we can meet your needs and exceed your expectations.

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Dr. Thanasi Loukas, DMD General & Cosmetic Dentist (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.