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Recently there has been some exciting news. As of February 21st, 2017 the WaterPik water flosser was the first powered interdental cleaner to earn the American Dental Association Seal of Acceptance. While that may not seem like a big deal, the ADA is notoriously stingy to whom they bestow this approval. They require rigorous clinical studies, […]

For many of our patients we recommend an occlusal guard, also known as a night guard. We would like to take this time to review why a night guard may be recommended for you by your doctor. We would like to use a comparison help you better understand your teeth. Let’s compare your teeth to

It’s hard to imagine that something you just swish and spit can really benefit your dental health. The RIGHT mouthwash can be one of your BEST defenses against bad breath and tooth decay. With so many varieties, focus on the ingredients when shopping for your mouth wash. While all washes freshen your breath, some do

If you would have asked me 5 years ago if I have ever thought about working in a dental office, I probably would have laughed in your face. I never considered the field in all my years of random jobs ranging from: cleaning locker rooms, shampooing hair, taking dry cleaning orders, making appointments at a

In honor of Youth Sports Safety Month we want to discuss mouth guards and their use for children participating in spring sports. 84% of children don’t wear a mouth guard while playing organized sports. Last year, the National Youth Sports Safety Foundation* forecasted that more than 3 million teeth would be knocked out in sporting

I have been working at Stephens Dentistry for the past seven years. Through these years I have made wonderful friendships and have learned so much. Leaving Stephens is bittersweet. I will miss my wonderful bosses, co-workers, and patients, but I am looking forward to my future endeavors.  In my years at Stephens Dentistry I

With all of the different toothbrushes on the market, you may wonder which one to choose. We are here to help you choose which manual toothbrush is the best for you.  Purpose of Toothbrush Your toothbrush is the number one way to remove bacteria and plaque from your teeth and gums. The mechanical motion

Several patients have been looking for dental insurance for the new year; so we thought it was time to write another blog about dental insurance.  Where to Look The first place to look for dental coverage is through your employer. Often companies can get better rates for dental insurance for their employees because they

Usual and Customary When looking at your dental insurance coverage, there is usually a breakdown of coverage into different percentages. The thing to remember is that you are not covered at that percentage of the dentist fees, but instead, you are covered at that percentage of the insurance company’s usual and customary fees. The insurance

When you are looking to improve your smile there are many different directions you can take. In today’s post we will be exploring one of the options available at our Evanston dental office to maximize your smile potential. Whether you are looking to correct worn teeth, discolored teeth, or a gap in your teeth, veneers may be