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Oral Health Tips for Teenagers’ Teeth

Posted June 27th, 2014 by Thanasi Loukas & filed under Nutrition, Preventive Dentistry.

School’s out, and Park Ridge teens are on a mission to make this their best summer yet. Most haven’t given much thought to the upcoming school year, save for the excitement of prom, graduation, and social functions. During these years, it’s essential to maintain excellent oral health. At Park Ridge Dental, Dr. Loukas understands the… Read more »

Truth Decay: Common Misconceptions About Cavities and Fillings

Posted June 23rd, 2014 by Thanasi Loukas & filed under General Dentistry, Tooth Decay.

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 »

Park Ridge Dentist Answers Endodontic FAQs

Posted November 5th, 2013 by Thanasi Loukas & filed under Endodontics, Root Canal Treatments.

For a long time, the term “root canal” carried a negative connotation, but the common misconceptions associated with endodontic treatment have been invalidated. Due to anesthetics, modern technologies, and precision techniques, the days of painful root canal procedures are gone. Today, the treatment truly relieves pain. Patients considering a root canal may not know what… Read more »

Park Ridge Dentists: Try Our Teeth Grinding Quiz

Posted September 18th, 2013 by Thanasi Loukas & filed under Gum Disease, Preventive Dentistry, restorative dentistry, TMJ Disorder/Bruxism, Tooth Decay.

Do you grind your teeth? When patients grind or clench their teeth, they leave their smile vulnerable to damage and medical complications such as TMJ disorder. Fortunately, at Loukas General Dentistry we provide treatment for bruxism to eliminate your teeth grinding issues. In today’s blog, your Park Ridge dentists, Dr. Maria Loukas and Dr. Thanasi… Read more »

Park Ridge Implant Dentists: Try Our Endodontic Quiz

Posted September 11th, 2013 by Thanasi Loukas & filed under dental implants, Preventive Dentistry, restorative dentistry, Tooth Decay, Tooth Loss.

Endodontic treatment, also known as root canal therapy, helps protect and preserve your smile. Despite the rumors you may have heard, a root canal is a safe and comfortable procedure. In today’s blog, your Park Ridge dentists, Dr. Maria Loukas and Dr. Thanasi Loukas, use a fun quiz to discuss the importance of root canal… Read more »