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Endodontic Treatments
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Mar. 29, 2022.
An endodontist is a dentist who specializes in the pulp, or inside of the tooth. Endodontic treatment, also known as root canals, addresses any inflammation or infection that occurs in
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How Can Calcified Roots Affect Your Root Canal Procedure?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Mar. 22, 2022.
Endodontists are specialists in treating the inner tooth, and perform root canal procedures every day. They have completed years of additional advanced studies after dental school to diagnose and treat
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Go Green for St. Patrick’s Day
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Mar. 15, 2022.
Millions of people, around Gurnee, Illinois and beyond, wear green on St. Patrick’s Day so they can show their spirit for the holiday and avoid getting pinched. While it may
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Oral Health during Pregnancy
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Mar. 08, 2022.
Pregnancy can be one of the most exciting times in a woman’s life, as you eagerly wait for the birth of the new addition. Needless to say, pregnancy comes with
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March is National Nutrition Month!
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Mar. 01, 2022.
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
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Thirsty? We Have Some Ideas on Tap
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Feb. 22, 2022.
No, we don’t mean the latest foamy offering from your favorite microbrewery. When you’re thirsty, one of the best options available is literally at your fingertips—tap water, straight from your
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Five Reasons to See Your Endodontist
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Feb. 15, 2022.
For most of our dental concerns, seeing the family dentist is the first and only appointment we need. But when you need specialized treatment for an injured tooth, an appointment
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The Origins of Valentine's Day
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Feb. 08, 2022.
When we think of Valentine’s Day, we think of cards, flowers, and chocolates. We think of girlfriends celebrating being single together and couples celebrating their relationship. We think of all
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February is Heart Month
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Feb. 01, 2022.
The American Academy of Periodontology stresses the importance of good oral health since gum disease may be linked to heart disease and stroke. Thus far, no cause-and-effect relationship has been
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Proper Brushing Techniques
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 25, 2022.
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
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I chipped a tooth. What can I do?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 18, 2022.
You just crunched down on a piece of hard food when you suddenly realize there is something hard still in your mouth. Your nightmare is confirmed when you retrieve a
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What do I do if I fall and loosen my teeth?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 11, 2022.
Although teeth are strong enough to tear through food, they are also fragile. An accident such as a fall may loosen teeth or knock a tooth out entirely. When a
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Navigating the World of Dental Insurance Terminology
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 04, 2022.
Unless you work for an insurance company, you probably do not spend a lot of your time studying all the terminology that dental insurance companies use to describe the treatments
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It's a Wrap: Ending the year with a smile!
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Dec. 28, 2021.
People have been ushering in the New Year for centuries but it became an official holiday in 1582 when Pope George XIII declared January 1st to be the day on
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I have halitosis. What can I do?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Dec. 21, 2021.
Halitosis is the fancy, scientific word for “bad breath.” the doctor and our team know there are several reasons why you may have halitosis; let’s look at a few:
Gum disease
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Help! My gums hurt when I floss!
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Dec. 14, 2021.
By no stretch is it rare for your gums to hurt during and after flossing. Even some bleeding is to be expected. This is especially true if you have not
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