November 2013

What are Intra-Oral Photos Intra-oral photos are photos that are taken of your teeth, gums and oral tissue. These photos may be of a single tooth, a group of teeth, or any area of your mouth. At our office, photos are taken with a small, high quality digital camera that moves comfortably within your mouth. […]

Tooth enamel is the thin layer that covers the portion of your tooth that is above the gum line. Although it is the hardest tissue in your body, it is still susceptible to different forms of wear. One such form of wear is erosion. Causes The most common cause of enamel erosion is acid wear.

As the name implies, cracked tooth syndrome is when your tooth has a crack or fracture that extends into the dentin of your tooth. Sometimes the crack can reach the pulp of your tooth, which may result in pain.  Causes There can be many causes for a fractured tooth. Some include: grinding, chewing on

Do not fall into the trap of thinking that just because infant teeth are temporary, they do not need to be well cared for. Infant teeth are just as susceptible to tooth decay as adult teeth. Tooth decay, when found in infants, is often called, “baby bottle tooth decay.” Baby bottle tooth decay can have

Last week we addressed some of the causes behind bad breath (halitosis). This week we will discuss ways to treat and control your bad breath.  Brushing and Flossing The best way to treat and control your bad breath is through good oral hygiene. Brushing and flossing go a long way to remove bacteria that

Halitosis can be an embarrassing condition, especially as most people who suffer with it, can’ttell that they have bad breath. There are a number of different reasons why halitosis occurs.  Food The most common and well known cause of bad breath is the food you eat. When you eat foods with strong odors they

Introducing your children to good oral health is very important. Some kids need help and encouragement, while others require you to be more creative with your oral hygiene care ideas. Here at our Evanston dental office, we’ve compiled some different tips and tricks that you can try to help your little one keep their smile happy

Do you find getting your child to go to the dentist a difficult task? Dental offices can be ascary place for kids, but with some help from your friendly Evanston dentists, it doesn’t have to be. There are some simple steps you can take to help ease your child’s dental anxiety. Communicate, Communicate, Communicate! The best

How you brush your teeth is almost more important than what you use to brush your teeth. Even the most up to date, technologically advanced electric toothbrush won’t clean your teeth properly, if you don’t use proper brushing technique. In fact, your toothbrush may do more harm than good if you aren’t brushing properly. 

One of the best tools you can use to help keep your teeth and mouth healthy is your toothbrush. Are you getting the most out of your toothbrush? A worn out toothbrush cleans your teeth much less effectively than a new toothbrush, so make sure your replace your toothbrush regularly to increase it’s efficiency. Worn