It’s natural for young children to fuss during a visit to the dentist but it’s important that this doesn’t interfere with their dental health. Here are some simple tips from Smile On Dental Salon to make your child’s next dental visit a success for everyone involved. Introduce Good Habits Early Emphasize the importance of dental health by establishing a morning …
Why Regular Dental Checkups Are Essential
Regular dental checkups help you stay on top of your oral health and catch problems while they’re small and easily treatable. By going to the dentist every six months, as the American Dental Association recommends, you can make sure that you’re only going in for a checkup. Skip those routine appointments, and you may be spending a lot more time and …
Aging & Dental Health
You might believe, as many people do, that it’s inevitable that you’ll lose your teeth as you age. But this is a common misconception. You can keep your teeth for a lifetime if you care for them properly. That’s why it’s even more important that you pay attention to your dental health and take better care of your teeth and …
What’s the best toothpaste for me?
It can be tricky when it comes to making a toothpaste selection, particularly if you’re not sure which one you should be looking for or what your mouth and teeth need. Walking down the toothpaste aisle of your local Lakeview grocery store or pharmacy can be overwhelming since there are so many brands and types available. There is everything from …
What is a Sleep Apnea Dentist?
A sleep apnea dentist has special training, education, and knowledge to treat and manage sleep apnea using a combination of dental sleep solutions and behavioral modification. After receiving a obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) diagnosis from a sleep professional, a sleep apnea dentist can administer oral appliances for the successful treatment of sleep apnea and snoring. Typically, your Chicago dentist is …
How to Choose a Family Dentist
Great family dentists are different things to different families though there are a few core things they all share in common. When you’re looking for a Lakeview dentist to serve the oral health needs of your family, these things will help you choose the right dentist for your family’s needs. Meet the Staff and the Dentist Choosing a dentist doesn’t …
Top Tips for Getting Kids to Brush Their Teeth
Top Tips for Getting Kids to Brush Their Teeth Every parent knows just how difficult it can be to make your children do anything they don’t want to. However, getting your kids into the habit of practicing good oral hygiene is something that will serve them well for the rest of their lives. The importance of a good, regular, teeth-brushing …
7 Tips for a Healthy Smile
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, nearly 50 percent of adults who are 30 years or older and 70 percent of adults who are 65 years of age or older have some type of periodontal disease. Men tend to have periodontal disease at a higher rate than women do, 60 percent to 40 percent, respectively. Despite these …
The Benefits of Straight Teeth with an Easier Cleaning Option
One of the biggest challenges of having braces is removing all the food that gets trapped in the brackets and wires. This can often lead to plaque buildup and eventually tooth decay. With Invisalign, the aligners are removable, so it’s easy to continue brushing and flossing your teeth the way you normally do, while gaining a confident smile and reducing …