Smile, the New Year is Almost Here! We’ve been celebrating the new year for a really, really long time. It goes way back, but it started formally in 1582, when Pope George XIII made January 1st the official holiday for ushering in the new year. The idea was to yell, cheer, and blow horns to scare …
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What exactly is periodontal disease?
What exactly is periodontal disease? Periodontal disease is an infection of the tissues that surround and support your teeth. Our team at Infinite Smiles Dental wants you to know that this common ailment can be fixed with little worry if treated properly. Periodontal disease is usually identified through dental X-rays, probe depths, and visual exams. …
Mouthguard Protection
Mouthguard Protection Let’s talk about mouthguards and night guards—two crucial appliances that protect your teeth and jaw. We could talk about how important a mouthguard is when you lead an active life. Mouthguards protect teeth, delicate mouth tissue, and jaws from accidents and impacts. Or if you grind your teeth at night, waking up …
Are there foods that whiten teeth?
Are there foods that whiten teeth? Coffee. Blueberries. Red wine. Tomato sauce. They might please our palate, but they are notorious for staining our teeth. Luckily, nature has balanced the scales for us! Here are just some of the foods that could actually help whiten your smile. Apples The crunchy texture of an apple makes it …
Thirsty? We Have Some Ideas on Tap
Thirsty? We Have Some Ideas on Tap No, we don’t mean the latest foamy offering from your favorite microbrewery. When you’re thirsty, one of the best options available is literally at your fingertips—tap water, straight from your faucet. It might not be the most adventurous choice, but drinking a tall glass of fresh tap water …
Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving At Infinite Smiles Dental, we love to celebrate the holidays with vigor! the doctor would love to share some unique ways of celebrating Thanksgiving from beyond the Bolingbrook, Illinois area to the national level! When Americans sit down to dinner on the last Thursday of November, the day that Abraham Lincoln designated as the …
What is a crown?
What is a crown? the doctor and our team at Infinite Smiles Dental hear this question all the time. Millions of people have dental crowns that artificially restore the chewing surface of a tooth. Also known as caps, these restorations surround the entire portion of the tooth that is above the gum line. Crowns are …
Canker sores, cold sores, and mouth sores: What’s the difference?
Canker sores, cold sores, and mouth sores: What’s the difference? At Infinite Smiles Dental, we know many people have experienced some form of mouth sores or irritation. Some mouth sores are harmless and go away on their own after a few days, while others are more serious and should not be ignored. Mouth sores occur …
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Cold Comfort
Cold Comfort The sounds of the season are filling the air—falling leaves rustling along the sidewalk, football cheers, holiday greetings—and the coughs and sneezes of your fellow sufferers. Yes, it’s cold and flu season, and you’re one of the unfortunate people who’s caught whatever it is that’s been going around. While you’re recuperating, here are …
Why You Should Avoid Energy and Sports Drinks
Why You Should Avoid Energy and Sports Drinks. In a world where everything moves so quickly and teens and young adults find themselves pulling “all-nighters” or working long hours, energy drinks have grabbed the spotlight. You’ll have one (or three) and suddenly you have the drive you need to keep going. The same can be …
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