Posts Tagged: Park Ridge Dentist

Root Canals: A Brief History

Posted by & filed under Endodontics, Root Canal Treatments.

The branch of dentistry which focuses solely on root canals and the internal structure of teeth is called endodontics. The term is Greek in origin,  endo meaning “inside” and odons meaning “tooth.” The history of endodontic dental care dates back to the second or third Century BC, according to the best estimates of researchers. Israelis in that time period… Read more »

Dental Bridges Can Restore Your Oral Functions

Posted by & filed under Dental Bridge, restorative dentistry, Tooth Loss.

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 »

Park Ridge Dentists Explain the Benefits of Dental Veneers

Posted by & filed under cosmetic dentistry, Patient Education.

What to Expect from Receiving Dental Veneers Dental veneers are thin shells of porcelain designed to mask cosmetic imperfections. These shells are bonded to the front surface of teeth in order to create a new smile. If you choose to receive dental veneers form your Park Ridge dentists, Dr. Maria Loukas and Dr. Thanasi Loukas,… Read more »

Park Ridge Dentist Provides Teeth Cleaning Answers in This FAQ

Posted by & filed under General Dentistry, oral health, Patient Education, Preventive Dentistry.

Do you have questions about professional teeth cleaning​? If you’ve answered yes, then today’s article may benefit you. While getting a dental cleaning is a commonality for many people, some questions about this treatment may still linger. For this reason, your Park Ridge dentist, Dr. Maria Loukas, answers her patient’s teeth cleaning questions in the… Read more »