You may have heard of Juvederm, but did you know that you can obtain it at your routine dental check-up? In dental school, dentists such as Dr. Thanasi Loukas and Dr. Maria Loukas extensively study facial muscles, giving them a strong understanding of facial rejuvenation techniques such as Juvederm. Juvederm is a dermal filler that… Read more »
Dental implants are a valuable, effective teeth replacement system that grants patients many long-lasting benefits. They are unique from other teeth replacement options because they replace the tooth root with an implant root. After the dentist inserts the implant root into the jawbone, the bone cells grow around the implant and support it. This stability… Read more »
Most people believe that caring for dentures is a tedious and expensive chore. However, you will be happy to learn that adequately cleaning your dentures does not take much time, and it is a low-cost way to protect them from stains. At Loukas General Dentistry in Park Ridge, Dr. Thanasi M. Loukas and Dr. Maria… Read more »
A dental bridge is one of many options for replacing your missing teeth. It literally bridges the gap created by lost teeth. A bridge consists of two crowns on either side that support the dental prosthetic. The crowns are anchored to the abutment teeth, which are physically modified natural teeth that accommodate the dental bridge…. Read more »
You shouldn’t finish the year without going to your Park Ridge dentist at least twice for a teeth cleaning. It is crucial that you have your teeth professionally cleaned by our hygienists to maintain oral health. Teeth cleaning (dental prophylaxis) is a procedure in which hardened plaque (also known as tartar) is removed from the… Read more »
Wrinkles are a natural progression of aging skin. The skin is comprised of 3 layers: the epidermis, the dermis, and the subcutaneous tissue. The epidermis is the outermost layer of the skin, and provides a tough layer of protection from outside elements. The dermis is the second layer, and provides structure to the skin. Lastly,… Read more »
If you have a toothache, you could probably pinpoint it with fair accuracy, and a quick trip to the dentist’s office can tell you why the tooth hurts and how to relieve it. The same is true for most forms of dental discomfort, but sometimes, you might not even realize that your aching is dental-related…. Read more »
Although there are numerous options for replacing lost teeth, only dental implants can replace the tooth roots that once rested in your jawbone. Replacing the top parts of your teeth, or crowns, can restore your ability to bite, chew, and enunciate your words, as well as restore your smile’s beautiful, healthy appearance. By rebuilding the… Read more »
Losing a tooth can be an ordeal. After all, a gap in your smile is embarrassing and finding time to see the dentist can wreak havoc on your schedule. However, tooth loss hurts both the health and appearance of your smile. To return your smile to full function and health, we may recommend a dental bridge.
Ideally, good hygiene and prompt dental care, when needed, could help you retain all of your healthy, permanent teeth for life. Even if you have to extract your four wisdom teeth, the remaining 28 teeth can function perfectly well, provided they don’t become excessively diseased or damaged. Still, very few people enjoy ideal dental health… Read more »
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