Stress is a Real Grind There are many things the COVID-19 pandemic made painfully clear. One of them is the relationship between stress and tooth sensitivity, among other dental issues. Although it’s not necessarily a direct cause and effect, stress can contribute to tooth sensitivity in several very important ways, including grinding and clenching, changes … Continued
Dr. Umang Patel was recently featured in a Bustle.com article, “Here’s How Often You Should Change Your Toothbrush,” by Carolyn Steber. The article details the importance of proper toothbrush hygiene, which can prevent the growth of bacteria and mold, and how to make your toothbrush last longer. Here’s an excerpt from the article: Dr. Umang … Continued
A Random Act of Kindness for World Smile Day World Smile Day is the first Friday in October, and we’re celebrating with an infographic that had us grinning from start to finish. We learned a lot in our research to find fun, interesting, and useful information to share with you. We hope you’ll let us … Continued
Brush up on Gum Disease, Improve Gum Care Brush up on gum disease just in time for National Gum Care Awareness Month in September. According to a study quoted on the National Center for Disease Control (CDC) website, “nearly half (46%) of all adults aged 30 years or older show signs of gum disease; severe … Continued
Getting to Know Romeoville Dental Center Dental Assistant Maddy Time to get to know another of the Romeoville Dental Center dental assistants, Maddy! We sat down with Maddy to hear how she got into her career as an assistant and lots of other little details. Q&A with Romeoville Dental Center Dental Assistant Maddy Q. What … Continued
Get to Know Romeoville Dental Assistant Yesenia You’ve met the dentists and hygienists, now it’s time to meet the dental assistants! We sat down with Yesenia to hear how she got into her career as an assistant and lots of other little details. Q&A with Romeoville Dental Center Dental Assistant Yesenia Q. What made you … Continued
Palos Heights Office Welcomes Patients of Retiring Local Dentist Dr. Patricoski Did you know we also have a practice in Palos Heights? You can find several of us in both Romeoville and Palos Heights, and we cherish our patients in both communities. In June of 2021, our extended family in Palos Heights welcomed new members … Continued
Getting to Know Romeoville Dental Center Hygienist Lou We interviewed another Romeoville dental hygienist! This time, we sat down with Lou (Louise) to hear how her career as a hygienist began and lots of other little details. Q&A with Romeoville Dental Center Hygienist Lou Q. How, when, and why did you decide to become a … Continued
In “Comings & Goings” by Bob Song on July 29, 2021, the Chicago Tribune ran a blurb covering the news about Dr. Patricoski retiring in June and subsequently entrusting his patient base to Palos Heights Family Dental.
State of the Romeoville Office One Year After Reopening during the COVID-19 Pandemic Exactly one year ago in June of 2020, we carefully reopened our office after nearly three months of COVID-19 shutdown. In some ways, it merely required – or allowed – us to highlight the sterilization and safety practices we have always prioritized. … Continued
