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How to Avoid Toothaches in 7 Ways

The best proven way to avoid a toothache is to take better care of your teeth and maintain proper oral hygiene. This reduces your chances of experiencing a troublesome toothache. The foods and drinks that we consume every day that goes through our mouths make our teeth weaker and more susceptible to cavities. Cavities and sore gums will eventually make it extremely difficult for you to eat, and you will be very uncomfortable and in pain. Here are 7 ways that can help you take better care of your teeth and avoid a toothache: We recommend that you brush your [...]

2014-08-09T15:48:25+00:00August 9th, 2014|Blog, dental tips|
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Why We Need Fluoride Treatments

Why do we need professional fluoride treatments when we have fluoride toothpaste and fluoride mouthwash at home? Professional fluoride treatments are recommended in order to prevent tooth decay and make teeth more resilient to plaque, sugar and other bacteria in your mouth. Fluoride is a mineral that helps restore and build a tooth enamel layer. Fluoride is not only in your tooth paste or mouthwash, it’s also found in a variety of different foods and in water, which contributes to the restoration of tooth enamel. Fluoride is also used in order to reverse decay. Fluoride treatments are important because it [...]

2014-07-26T17:23:06+00:00July 26th, 2014|Blog, dental tips, Dental Treatments|
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Effectively Preventing Gum Disease

One of the most unpleasant dental experiences is having gum disease. Gum disease is a bacterial growth in your mouth that damages your teeth and gums surrounding your teeth.  This form of disease can be rather painless, but the signs and symptoms of gum disease are quite obvious including: red swollen gums, receding gum line, loose teeth, and bleeding gums. Gum disease is primarily caused by plaque, but there are other factors that assist in the development of gum disease. For example, hormonal changes, illness (cancer or HIV), medications, smoking and poor hygiene habits. The best methods of preventing gum [...]

2014-07-19T17:53:07+00:00July 19th, 2014|Blog, dental tips, Dental Treatments|
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Top 4 Symptoms of Gum Disease

Let’s face it, we all are put in situations where we can’t understand how or why something is happening. For example, you’ve been taking proper care of your teeth, but yet just can’t realize why your gums are continually bleeding after each time you brush. Or why you have lingering bad breath and you’ve just brushed your teeth and tongue. Chances are you have gum disease. Gum disease is a painless condition that your gums and surrounding tissues of your teeth go through once the gums have been irritated, infected by bacteria from plaque left on the teeth and left [...]

2014-07-14T19:23:37+00:00July 14th, 2014|Blog, dental tips|
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5 Common Types of Teeth Repair and Restoration

Teeth restoration is generally required for the repair of teeth damaged by cavities or injuries due to an accident. There are several methods offered by restorative dentistry that are used to solve these types of dental problems but the most common is a dental filling. Here are the 5 most common types of teeth repair: Fillings. These can be made out of composite, porcelain (tooth-colored), and gold/silver amalgam fillings. Fillings may be used to even out tooth surfaces for better biting or chewing. In many cases, patients with enamel loss resulting in tooth sensitivity will notice a significant improvement or complete [...]

2014-07-04T18:32:31+00:00July 4th, 2014|Blog, dental tips, Dental Treatments, Tooth Restoration|
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How to Treat Canker Sores and Mouth Ulcers

Canker sores and mouth ulcers can be really painful. Simple canker sores most often develop where there has been previous damage to the inner-mouth tissue. Anything from biting the inside of your mouth, to irritation from braces or sometimes even overzealous brushing can bring on canker sores. Here are some tips in treating canker sores and mouth ulcers:  

2014-05-06T22:35:08+00:00May 6th, 2014|Blog, dental tips|
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Turn Stained, Yellow Teeth Into Beautiful Sparkling Smiles

Do you have yellow teeth? Having discolored and stained teeth can be very embarrasing. Many people go around with discolored teeth not knowing it shows a sign on poor hygiene. This could affect your personal and social life. Here are some tips on how to prevent stained yellow teeth: Brush Daily - By brushing your teeth twice daily or after each meal you reduce the risk of having plaque and also remove stains caused by food. This is a very inexpensive way to keep your teeth white. Mouthwash - Use a mouthwash that has whitening agents. You could miss certain spots [...]

2014-05-01T15:46:54+00:00May 1st, 2014|Blog, dental tips|
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3 Tips That Make Brushing Teeth Fun For Kids

Getting your kids to brush their teeth can sometimes be a dreaded task for parents. A lot of kids, especially younger ones, are uninterested in good oral hygiene and would rather eat sweets than brush their teeth. It is important to teach your kids at an early age the importance of brushing their teeth and having a clean and white smile. As a parent, you must find ways to make brushing more enjoyable for them. There are plenty of ways to do this especially with the different toothbrushes and toothpastes designed for younger kids. Here are some tips for keeping [...]

2013-12-13T14:48:26+00:00December 13th, 2013|Blog, Children, Daily lfe, dental tips, Families|
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How to Take Care of Your Teeth at Home

Oral care is a two-fold practice and its success depends on work that the dental team performs in the office and job that the patient carries out on his own at home. Good oral health cannot be secured when either of this is missing, so it is important that neither is neglected. Everyone is encouraged to see their dentist every six months or twice a year. It does not matter if there is a dental problem, regular visits are scheduled so that the patient can preserve the health of his teeth and gums and enjoy his smile for longer. Away [...]

2013-11-27T16:18:17+00:00November 27th, 2013|Blog, Daily lfe, dental tips|
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  • Smiles of Naperville

    Mahtab Sadrameli, DMD, MBA, MAGD, MICOI, FICD

    Michael Albazzaz, DDS

     

    3020 Reflection Drive, Suite 112
    Naperville, IL 60564

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