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Take These Steps to Save a Knocked-Out Tooth
posted: Feb. 08, 2020.
Even though teeth are resilient, they're not indestructible. An accidental collision involving the face could damage teeth, even knocking a tooth completely out of its socket. At first, it might Read more -
4 Ways You Can Improve Your Smile in the New Year
posted: Jan. 29, 2020.
Although we begin our New Year's resolutions with high hopes, many of them fall by the wayside by the end of January. It simply takes tremendous willpower to lose Read more -
Bruins' Zdeno Chara Breaks His Jaw During 2019 Stanley Cup
posted: Jan. 19, 2020.
Boston Bruins defenseman Zdeno Chara had a rough Stanley Cup final against the St. Louis Blues this past June. Not only did the Bruins ultimately lose the championship, but Read more -
3 Things You Can Do to Protect Your Tooth Enamel
posted: Jan. 09, 2020.
Your teeth face a hostile environment populated by disease-causing bacteria. But your teeth also have some “armor” against these microscopic foes: enamel. This hard outer tooth layer forms a Read more -
Here's How to Cut Through All the Choices to Find Your Right Toothbrush
posted: Dec. 30, 2019.
Henry Ford famously said a customer could have any color they wanted on their Model T “as long as it was black.” Those days are over—today’s cars and trucks Read more -
3 Age-Related Dental Problems and what you can do About Them
posted: Dec. 20, 2019.
Like other aspects of our lives, aging can take a toll on our smile. Over a lifetime the effects of disease, teeth wearing and the foods we eat can Read more -
Crazy Little Thing Called... Hyperdontia?
posted: Dec. 10, 2019.
The movie Bohemian Rhapsody celebrates the iconic rock band Queen and its legendary lead vocalist, Freddie Mercury. But when we see pictures of the flamboyant singer, many fans both Read more -
Eating the Right Carbs Helps Keep Your Gums Healthy
posted: Nov. 30, 2019.
As with most Western countries, we in the U.S. love our carbs. While fats and proteins make an appearance in our diets, many of us go full-tilt on sugars, Read more -
Increase Your Implant's Success Chances by Keeping Your Gums Healthy
posted: Nov. 20, 2019.
If you’ve just received a dental implant restoration, congratulations! This proven smile-changer is not only life-like, it’s also durable: more than 95% of implants survive at least 10 years. Read more -
3 Things Your Dentist Recommends You do if You Have Shingles
posted: Nov. 10, 2019.
It may begin as an itching or burning feeling on your skin, followed by numbness or sensitivity to touch. But then you develop a painful red rash that forms Read more -
Fan of Superhero Film Black Panther Breaks Steel Wire...with Her Mouth!
posted: Oct. 31, 2019.
Some moviegoers have been known to crunch popcorn, bite their fingers or grab their neighbor’s hands during the intense scenes of a thriller. But for one fan, the on-screen Read more -
Restore Your Smile With Dental Implants
posted: Oct. 23, 2019.
At Mill Pond Dental Group in Mokena, your dentist, Dr. Eric Young, offers the latest in diagnostic techniques, preventive treatments and of course, restorative and cosmetic services. One of the Read more -
How to Lower Your Child's Tooth Decay Risk From Halloween Candy
posted: Oct. 21, 2019.
$9.1 billion: That's how much we Americans spent in 2018 on Halloween festivities, according to the National Retail Federation. And a sizeable chunk of that was for candy—a whopping Read more -
A Team Approach to Implants Helps Ensure a Satisfying New Smile
posted: Oct. 11, 2019.
Dental implants are among the most popular tooth replacements with their high success rate, durability and life-like beauty. But obtaining them is a process that requires commitment, planning, and Read more -
Get Control of Dry Mouth to Protect Your Dental Health
posted: Oct. 01, 2019.
As your mother used to say, “A moist mouth is a healthy mouth.” Well, maybe she didn't — but it's still true. Without the constant flow of saliva, your Read more -
Viggo Mortensen's Red-Carpet Smile
posted: Sep. 21, 2019.
The Golden Globes ceremony is a night when Hollywood stars shine their brightest. At the recent red-carpet event, leading man Viggo Mortensen had plenty to smile about: Green Book, Read more
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