Have you ever thought of your mouth as if it were a living, breathing version of a major city like Chicago? Think about it … you've got beautiful ascending (and descending!) skyscrapers in there … some of us have bridges … or even fillings that resemble patched roadways. And, of course, what's a city like Chicago without the elevated train? Braces, anyone? Ah, and we can't forget its dashing purple taxi-cabs, right? Purple taxi cabs? What would … [Read more...] about Foods that Will Help Your Mouth Run Like a Finely Tuned City
Perfect Your Smile with Tooth-Colored Fillings
They say laughter is the best form of medicine. But what can you do if each time you let out one of those big belly laughs, all you can think about is the people staring at all that "silver" in your mouth? For those of us concerned about the appearance of the teeth in our mouth, such matters are less than trivial. They can hold us back from social situations where we are likely to be front-and-center, and in a larger context, can prevent us from … [Read more...] about Perfect Your Smile with Tooth-Colored Fillings
What in the World is that Smell?
"Pssst!" "Hey, what's that smell? … I'm not so sure it's the onions you had on that pizza this afternoon - it might be that you've just got bad breath." Has a friend ever shared this kind of news with you? Probably not. Most of us, in fact, go about our daily lives unaware the brilliant sentences we speak, are also being delivered with an accompanying odor ... of significantly, less brilliance. Egad! But, do not fret, while halitosis can be … [Read more...] about What in the World is that Smell?
This Independence Day…Be Like George
Ah, July … barbecues, and summer fairs, fireworks, and cook-offs, and good-ol' Independence Day hero, George Washington. In thinking about our country's esteemed first President, you might also get to thinking about his famous teeth - or, rather his lack of teeth. Most of us know about George Washington's famous dentures, but did you know that he also put a lot of effort into trying to care for his teeth? That might seem surprising given that at … [Read more...] about This Independence Day…Be Like George
Frequent Headaches? The Cause May Be in Your Mouth
Did you know that in many cases, frequent, or even constant headache pain can be treated more effectively by your dentist, instead of by your GP? Headaches are strange beasts. Their cause is often elusive, and they can range from mildly irritating to unrelentingly painful. Since frequent headaches can interfere with your quality of life, if you experience pain that remains after treatment from a physician, you might wish to see your dentist. … [Read more...] about Frequent Headaches? The Cause May Be in Your Mouth
Two Great Gifts for a Healthy Father’s Day
With the ushering in of summer this month, we also have the great joy of welcoming yet another "Funky Tie Day." Or perhaps you know it as "The Aftershave Day"? We are of course, referring to "Father's Day" when each June we gather together in celebration of Dads of all stripes, to thank them for everything they have done and continue to do for us. It's a grand day, worthy of grand hugs and grand gifts. Certainly gifts better than a tie - after … [Read more...] about Two Great Gifts for a Healthy Father’s Day