3D Animation Of A Dental ImplantHave you thought about getting dental implants, but want to learn more about the process before setting up an appointment? We can help! We recently came across a great, informative 3D animation of the dental implant process. Take some time to watch this video to learn about it now: Are you ready to improve your smile with the help of… Continue Reading
Are You Making Any of These Toothbrushing Mistakes?Brushing your teeth is an extremely important and necessary part of keeping your teeth healthy. You might think you’re doing a good job brushing your teeth regularly, but there’s actually a good chance you might be making a few mistakes. To help you get better at effectively brushing your teeth, we’re sharing a few common toothbrushing mistakes that exist. We… Continue Reading
Dental Health Public Service Announcements: A Blast From The PastHave you ever wondered what dental health education was like in the past? You can get somewhat of an idea by watching these two entertaining public service announcements from 1979, produced by the American Dental Association. Here they are: Video Image Placeholder Video Image Placeholder What do you think about these historical PSA’s? Tell us on our Facebook page today! We’d… Continue Reading
How To Care For Sensitive Teeth [VIDEO]Does eating ice cream or drinking a cup of hot coffee sometimes hurt your teeth? What about simply brushing or flossing regularly? If so, you may have a common problem called “sensitive teeth.” If you do suffer from this problem, you should know that there are things you can do to care for your sensitive teeth. We recently came across… Continue Reading
Modern Crowns Are Artful Tooth RestorationsWhen considering necessary restorations, think about Elgin dental work including crowns by Dr. Lodding. Crowns are a type of dental restoration which, when cemented into place, fully cup over the portion of a tooth which lies at and above the gumline. Crowns encase the entire visible aspect of a tooth. A crown, in effect, becomes the new outer surface in… Continue Reading
Slide Show: Oral healthWant to learn more about oral health? We recently came across a great, informative resource on MayoClinic.com that will help you learn more about your mouth, teeth, gums, and tongue. To explore this helpful resource, click on the image below: After you take some time to look through the slideshow, go to our Facebook page and tell us what you… Continue Reading
Non-Metal Fillings Protect Structure and AppearanceYou want a beautiful, strong smile. Dentistry with non-metal fillings offers a viable alternative to unattractive metal fillings to Elgin and Chicago area patients: tooth-colored resins, also called composite fillings. Composites, if placed with exacting technique, such as rubber dam isolation and modern bonding agents, get as close as possible to restore the tooth to its original strength in the… Continue Reading
Treat TMJ and Eliminate Chronic Pain“TMJ” stands for temporomandibular joint. These intricate joints are crucial in proper muscle and bone function. Elgin TMJ treatment from the Smile For Life Dental office can restore function to the intricate joints that connect the jaw bone to the skull. The TMJ enables you to open and close your mouth, chew, speak and swallow. When the TMJ is misaligned,… Continue Reading
Let Us Design Your New SmileSmile design is truly a work of art. The term “smile design” applies to the enhancement of a smile through cosmetic dentistry, using a comprehensive and artistic combination of geometry, proportion and color. A client’s eyes, lipline, coloring, gum tissue contouring and face are all considered when a new smile is designed for you. Every face and smile is different,… Continue Reading
Are Dental Implants The Right Choice For You?Modern dentistry has been revolutionized by the unique restorative qualities of dental implants. Elgin based Smile for Life Dental is proud to offer this service to our valued clients thanks to close collaboration with an area oral surgeon. Some of the awesome benefits of dental implants for Elgin area residents include: Dental implants are long lasting; in fact, they are… Continue Reading