Some people have a recurring dream about how they chip or lose a tooth. Well, what if it actually happened to you? Dr. Saba Sheikh explains precisely what you should do if you are in one of these situations. Uh oh! You Chipped Your Tooth. Now What? It’s important to know that some people are … Continued
September is National Gum Care Month. Let’s look at how your gums are a significant indicator of your overall health and learn tips for preventing gum disease. Gum Disease Defined There’s a link between poor gum health and many chronic diseases. So the next time you brush and floss your teeth, start by taking a … Continued
Do you remember what it was like to lose your first tooth as a kid? Did you know it was coming? Did you spend days wiggling and jiggling it? Did you tie a string around it and pull it? Or maybe it came out as you bit into a slice of pizza? And what about … Continued
Back to school isn’t just about shopping or the physical at your kids’ primary care physician’s office. It’s also an excellent time to schedule dental check-ups for your kids if you haven’t already. Here in Illinois, the State Board of Education requires all students in kindergarten and second, sixth and ninth grades to have an … Continued
You know, you’re probably not getting enough calcium in your diet, right? At least, that’s according to the National Institutes of Health. They say a substantial portion of the U.S. is not consuming enough calcium-rich foods. Tsk. Tsk. As lovers of all topics teeth-related, we’ve got to discuss why this mineral is so beneficial to … Continued
Click on the image to open a PDF version of the infographic. Pack Your Compact Refrigerator to Feed Your Brain and Body for Going Back to Campus A healthy fridge in the dorm room can help fill in the gaps in time, energy, and nutrition many college students experience. Having these essentials on hand provides … Continued
The Role of Women’s Dental Health at Every Life Stage We often talk about the importance of dental health to overall health. That’s true for everyone. But we also hear questions from our patients about special considerations for dental care and dental health during pregnancy. It’s a fair question. The truth is that hormones like … Continued
Digital Office Administration and Patient Experience Technologies We’ve shared details about several leading dental technologies we use in our Romeoville and Palos Heights offices, including electric drills, digital x-ray imaging, and even same-day crowns. We invest in these proven technologies to make your experience more comfortable and efficient. We keep our eyes on the latest … Continued
Palos Heights Family Dental Now Twice the Size We are pleased to announce to our Romeoville patients that our sister location in Palos Heights has moved from College Drive to a larger, newly-renovated office at 6446 West 127th Street, Suite #1. We do have patients who visit both offices, but even if you’re not one … Continued
On-Site Dental Crown Technology Takes a Bite Out of Wait Time If you’ve ever had a dental crown made and fitted, then you know that for a very long time, dental crown technology was cumbersome and remote, requiring a multi-step, multi-week process. Today, the process is digitized and in many cases, it’s even on-site in … Continued
