Combat bad breath with the insights from your Lincoln Park, Old town and Chicago Dentists!

Halitosis: Understanding Chronic Bad Breath and Seeking Care from Your Lincoln Park Dentist What is Halitosis? Halitosis is more than just a case of morning breath. It’s chronic bad breath that persists despite mints, mouthwash, or thorough brushing. If it lingers for an extended period, it could indicate an underlying issue. When facing halitosis in… Continue Reading Combat bad breath with the insights from your Lincoln Park, Old town and Chicago Dentists!

Baby Teeth Decay

                                                                           Early Childhood Caries (ECC)   Dental caries can begin soon after tooth eruption, developing on smooth surfaces, progressing rapidly and having a lasting impact on the child’s dentition. Children experience baby teeth caries as infants or toddlers, having a much greater probability of subsequent carries in both baby teeth and permanent dentition. Baby teeth… Continue Reading Baby Teeth Decay

Five Drinks That Stain Teeth

Ever wonder which drinks stain your teeth? Consider these five popular drinks that can stain your teeth, and are also harmful to your enamel. COFFEE Half of the population enjoys a nice cup of hot coffee everyday, maybe 2 or 3 times a day. Unfortunately, the acid in the coffee can stain your teeth. Note:… Continue Reading Five Drinks That Stain Teeth

Does tea stain your teeth?

Yes it does! You might ask why and how? To better understand the answer to that question, you must know different types of tooth discoloration. Tooth discoloration may happen from the outer surface (extrinsic) or inner surface (intrinsic) of the tooth. Intrinsic tooth discoloration is the most noticeable form of discoloration. To better understand why,… Continue Reading Does tea stain your teeth?

Dental Insurance Demystified

Understanding Dental Insurance Navigating dental insurance can be confusing, but we’re here to provide clarity. This guide aims to demystify dental insurance, helping you make informed decisions about your coverage, whether you’re seeking care from a Lincoln Park Dentist, an Old Town Dentist, or elsewhere in Chicago. When you enroll in a dental insurance plan,… Continue Reading Dental Insurance Demystified

The Myth of Diet Soda

I have noticed that many dental patients believe that it is okay to drink soda and sugary drinks – if these are marketed as “diet” drinks. Although diet drinks may not have the sugar content which can cause decay, the acidic content will cause significant erosion on the teeth which will eventually be attacked by bacteria and turn into cavities.  A… Continue Reading The Myth of Diet Soda

Expecting a baby?

If you are expecting a baby, Congratulations! As a dentist, I wish to advise you to familiarize yourself with the timing of baby teeth eruption. The first teeth to come out are the lower front teeth. These teeth come out at the age 6 to 10 months and will stay in the mouth up to… Continue Reading Expecting a baby?