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Insurance AcceptedA recent Toronto survey found that less than 1% of urban children in Canada have received dental care by the recommended age of one-year-old. Fewer than 2% have seen a dentist by the time they reach two-years-old. What’s worse, the survey data showed that kids in the highest risk categories from the start were also… Read more »
Posts Categorized: General Dentistry
Truth Decay: Common Misconceptions About Cavities and Fillings
Cavity: the most dreaded C-word in all of dentistry. It also happens to be one of the most common, with an estimated 78% of Americans developing at least one cavity by age 17. The fact that tooth decay is so easily preventable makes this statistic even more shocking. Dr. Loukas debunks the most commonly held… Read more »
This Is Your Mouth on Medicine
If you are one of 70 percent of Americans who take at least one prescription medication, you’re no stranger to the world of side effects. It’s even become something of a running gag, pointing out that the side effects of the medication are even worse than the symptoms of the condition that’s being treated! Although… Read more »
Educating your Children for Optimal Dental Health
Most parents have high hopes for a lifetime of positive experiences for their children, even with something as simple as dental checkups. Park Ridge dentists, Dr. Thanasi Loukas and Dr. Maria Loukas, are dedicated to offering the best care for your entire family. We understand children and are happy to offer friendly, pleasant dentistry to our… Read more »
What to Expect for Dental Implant Recovery Time
Dental implant retained dentures are more often referred to as the shorter term – “dental implants.” They are among the most versatile, reliable, and attractive restoration options for missing teeth. The basic rundown is this: titanium rods are designed to function as tooth root replacements. They are implanted through your gum tissue and into your… Read more »
The Important Role of your Dental Hygienist
Who do you spend the most time with when you go to the dentist for a biannual checkup? Preventive dentistry includes cleanings and dental exams. You are encouraged to keep up with these visits every six months. A dentist is trained to look for problems with your teeth and gums. They are qualified to recommend… Read more »
Smoking and your Oral Health
If you are a smoker, you partake in a habit as villainous as a diet high in fat, never exercising, or allowing yourself a massively stressful life. All of these things are undeniably dangerous to your health, and smoking is no exception. Tobacco use not only causes cancer, but also gives you foul breath and… Read more »
Toothbrush Care Alert
If you haven’t thought about it recently, your life probably consists of routines that accomplish your daily goals. For example, you’ve set your circadian rhythm, so that you fall asleep and awake about the same time. Each morning, you perform the same menial tasks to prepare for the upcoming daily events. Involved in all of… Read more »
Make Sure your Jawbone Stays Healthy
Lacking healthy jawbone structure is a real problem for your dental health. When jawbone is diminished, oral health is in jeopardy with tooth loss risk raised. There are both structural and cosmetic reasons for wanting to keep your jaw healthy. Without your natural teeth, you will likely feel embarrassed to smile, and over time you’ll… Read more »
The Meaning of Making Over your Smile
Modern dental technology is a gift to people who are unhappy with their smiles. No matter what your past efforts towards dental hygiene, your genetic predispositions, or dental injuries you have incurred, Park Ridge dentists, Dr. Maria and Dr. Thanasi Loukas, can help you achieve the grin of your dreams by implementing a treatment plan… Read more »
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