If you let a cavity go for too long, you may end up with enough damage to the tooth structure that a filling won’t be enough to restore your tooth. In these cases, a crown will often be recommended by your dentist. Dental crowns have been around for a long time. Naturally, back in the… Read more »
Posts Categorized: restorative dentistry
The Difference Between Partials Dentures and Bridges
Replacing missing teeth can be daunting and sometimes confusing. You may have heard of dental bridges and partial dentures, but what exactly are they and what makes them different? Your Park Ridge dentists, Dr. Maria and Dr. Thanasi Loukas, would like to clarify your options so you can make an educated choice about your restorative… Read more »
Implant-Secured Dentures at Your Park Ridge Dentist

Tired of worrying about your dentures sliding while you eat or speak or becoming loose at inopportune times? Did you know that you can switch to implant-secured dentures? With implant-secured dentures, leave the hassle of wiggling or shifting dentures behind. A dental implant is an artificial root that is surgically placed into the jawbone. The… Read more »
Frequently Asked Questions about Dental Implants
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 »
Caring for Your Dentures
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 »
Dental Bridges Can Restore Your Oral Functions
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 »
How Dental Implants Revolutionized Tooth Replacement
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 »
Quiz: What Can I Do to Replace a Missing Tooth?
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.
What to Do When a Dental Filling Isn’t Enough
A dental filling, made from either metal amalgam or white composite resin, is a restorative treatment designed to treat a tooth with a mild to moderate cavity. If the cavity is large enough, however, then a dental filling might not be enough to effectively restore the tooth, or to stop tooth infection from spreading. To… Read more »
Three Reasons to Consider Upgrading Your Metal Fillings
Although their popularity has largely given way for improved, tooth-colored composite resin, metal fillings still hold a significant place in restorative dentistry. For instance, teeth that absorb the most pressure from your bite, like molars, might require a durable metal filling instead of a softer resin one. Still, many patients have amalgam in teeth that… Read more »