Herbal Supplements and Teeth and Gums

Herbal supplements and teeth and gums may not seem like an issue to you, but it is to your dentist. Letting your dentist in Chicago know about the natural supplements you are taking is important for teeth and gums. Whether you take an aspirin every day for heart health or Echinacea to keep colds and […]

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Porcelain Veneers or Dental Bonding Which is Right for Me

Porcelain veneers and cosmetic dental bonding are two of the most popular cosmetic dentistry procedures, and is right up there with tooth whitening, which tops the list. Both porcelain veneers and dental bonding can repair crooked, chipped, or cracked teeth, but which cosmetic dentistry procedure is right for you? According to Glenview cosmetic dentist Dr. […]

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Invisible Braces or Conventional Wires and Brackets

If you have been thinking about straightening your teeth, but aren’t sure whether to go with clear braces or conventional wires and brackets, call or click and schedule an appointment with Dr. Jeffrey Gilmor. Your Chicago cosmetic dentist will thoroughly examine your teeth and gums to make sure that you and invisible braces are a […]

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Is Vaping Bad for Teeth and Gums?

The Glen Dental Center in Glenview explains that E-cigarettes and vaping have taken the planet by storm with former smokers and non-smokers picking up the pen to enjoy flavored liquids that are heated before being inhaled. While there have been no long term studies conducted on E-cigarettes, dentists have seen gum damage and tooth decay […]

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Tooth Sensitivity Is it Causing you Pain?

Tooth sensitivity affects millions of people all over the world with discomfort ranging from mild to severe when brushing and flossing or eating hot and cold foods. According to the Glen Dental Center in Chicago, you could be suffering from tooth sensitivity if you have: • Tooth decay • Broken teeth • Worn fillings • […]

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Zoom!® Teeth Whitening Is It Right for You?

Teeth whitening could be just what Dr. Jeffrey Gilmor from the Glen Dental Center in Glenview Illinois ordered. Teeth that are badly stained from red wine, coffee, tea and food can be lightened up to 10 shades in a single dental appointment with Zoom!® Your smile is what lights up a room when you walk […]

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Heart Disease and Gum Disease is There a Connection?

Heart disease and gum disease have been linked, and if you aren’t diligent about your oral hygiene and suffer from gingivitis, or the more serious periodontal disease, you could be setting yourself up for a heart attack. According to research, heart disease, and gum disease share one thing in common, inflammation. If your gums are […]

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Injuries Can Be Prevented with a Custom Made Mouthguard

Spring is in the air and that means a custom made mouthguard for you and for your family. Whatever sport you participate in, a custom made mouth protector is the best defense against preventable mouth injuries. A custom made mouthguard could even save your tooth. According to the American Dental Association, thousands, if not hundreds […]

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