Often we think of a healthy mouth as straight, white teeth. But the truth is, a healthy mouth goes beyond our smiles. Our gums are easily overlooked when it comes to talking about our oral health. However, our gums are crucial to not only our mouths but to our overall… Read More…
To all of the expectant mothers out there, both current and potential patients, everyone at our Long Grove dental office wants to say, “Congratulations!” Whether you’re a new parent experiencing every special moment for the very first time, or a seasoned parental pro who knows exactly how this all goes,… Read More…
An abscessed tooth isn’t a very fun topic to talk about, but it is necessary. Many people will experience an abscess in their life as well as the pain that often comes with it. At our dental office in Long Grove, we’re here to share some important information about tooth… Read More…
Oral cancer is a scary disease that takes the lives of over 8,500 Americans every year. It’s a widespread problem that can be treated, often very successfully, if caught early. The problem is, many people don’t know the signs of oral cancer and may never realize there’s a problem until… Read More…
Your dentist in Long Grove always wants what’s best for you and your smile. That’s why if there’s something you’re concerned about, we hope you’ll take the time to talk to us. One of the biggest questions we seem to get from time to time is about snoring and how… Read More…
Tooth grinding is a surprisingly common problem that affects many people. The frustrating part is you may not even realizing that you’re a grinder. At our dental office in Long Grove, we understand that tooth grinding, also known as bruxism, can most often be experienced during sleep, when you have… Read More…
At our dental office in Long Grove, we’re all about preventive dental care and doing everything we can to keep our patients’ smiles healthy. We also believe in educating our neighbors about oral health. After all, the more you know, the healthier you can be. Check out the top seven… Read More…
As we all gear up to head back to school, loading up on folders, notebooks, pencils, and backpacks, the team at our dental office in Long Grove wants to send a friendly reminder to our patients and neighbors about the importance of getting your child (or yourself) to the dentist… Read More…
Even if you brush twice a day, floss each night, and visit our dental office in Long Grove at least twice a year, you may be doing other things that could be damaging your smile… and you may not even know it. Today we’d like to talk about some of… Read More…
At our dental office in Long Grove, we tend to put a lot of focus on our patients’ teeth and any concerns they have in relation to the appearance of their smiles. But there’s so much more to consider when evaluating overall oral health. The gums, for example, are one… Read More…