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Dental Fear in Children: Brought on by parents?
- posted: May 28, 2024
Two studies – one conducted in Washington State, and whose findings were published in the Journal of Pediatric Dentistry in 2004, and another conducted in Madrid, Spain, and whose findings Read More
Memorial Day
- posted: May 21, 2024
Memorial Day is not only a federal holiday in the United States, but it is a day of observance and remembrance of those who died in service. Originally known as Read More
Proper Brushing Techniques
- posted: May 14, 2024
Brushing your teeth properly removes the food particles and bacteria that can lead to tooth decay and gum disease. However, you do not want to scrub your teeth or gums Read More
Summer is Almost Here: Tips for a bright, white smile!
- posted: May 07, 2024
Summer is almost here, which means a season full of vacations, adventures and great memories is just around the corner for our patients at Children's & Adolescent Dentistry, LTD. Everyone Read More
Dental Filling Options
- posted: Apr. 30, 2024
You’ve made an appointment at our Niles, Illinois office to treat your cavity, the decayed area has been removed, and the site has been cleaned and prepared for a filling. Read More
A Variety of Dentures to Meet Your Needs
- posted: Apr. 23, 2024
With advancements in prosthetic dentistry, patients are now able to wear dentures that are comfortable, natural looking, and long lasting. There are different options to choose from that will meet Read More
The Perks of Dairy
- posted: Apr. 09, 2024
We all remember hearing this: “Finish your milk, it’s good for your bones!” If you have kids of your own now, you may catch yourself repeating many of the things Read More
April is National Facial Protection Month
- posted: Apr. 02, 2024
The Importance of Facial Protection Americans from all walks of life should mark April as National Facial Protection Month on their calendars. The American Association of Pediatric Dentistry, Academy for Sports Read More
Detergent Foods: Clean your teeth while you eat!
- posted: Mar. 26, 2024
Did you know that there are certain foods you can eat which help to clean your teeth? We call them "detergent foods." In dentistry we look at the impact of Read More
A Spot of Trouble?
- posted: Mar. 19, 2024
Your smile is in the spotlight every day, helping you greet the world with confidence! But when you’re self-conscious about discolored spots on your teeth, it’s time to get some Read More
St. Patrick's Day: Celtic pride, green shamrocks, and lucky charms!
- posted: Mar. 12, 2024
“St. Patrick's Day is an enchanted time -- a day to begin transforming winter's dreams into summer's magic.” Adrienne Cook Lucky green shamrocks, leprechauns, and pots of gold – it must Read More
March is National Nutrition Month!
- posted: Mar. 05, 2024
While you don’t have to wait to start eating right, March is the month the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics asks everyone to pay special attention to what goes into Read More
Dental Emergency? Don’t Panic, We’re Here to Help
- posted: Feb. 27, 2024
Nobody can predict a dental emergency. That’s what makes them so terribly inconvenient. The good news is that our office is always available to assist you, so there’s no reason Read More
Is there a correlation between my dental and cardiovascular health?
- posted: Feb. 20, 2024
YES! Studies have shown a correlation between gum disease and heart disease, underscoring the importance of good oral health care. Cardiovascular disease remains American’s leading killer, claiming more lives than Read More
Choose Chocolate on Valentine's Day
- posted: Feb. 13, 2024
From a student handing out sweets for her classmates to an older married couple exchanging boxes of candy, Valentine’s Day is the time of year when people like to show Read More