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Arrest Shrinking Gums with Dental Implants in Elgin!

Clothes become ill fitting when one loses weight, much as dentures do from loss of bone density. Dental implants offer Elgin residents an exciting alternative however! Why not promote the strengthening of your bones rather than contribute to their depletion? How can this be done? Unlike dentures that put pressure and stress on top of the gums and jaw bone, “in-the-bone” dental implants are… Continue Reading

Dental Care for Mom by Elgin Dentist Can Save Baby’s Life!

Some doctors and dentists are partnering as never before. Why? Dr. Lodding’s dental care facility in Elgin is dedicated to spreading the word about the connection oral health has with overall body wellness and vice versa. The following medical findings may shock you. A 35-year-old woman experienced severe bleeding of the gums during her pregnancy. Although approximately 75% of pregnant… Continue Reading

Kick it to the Curb! TMJ Pain in Elgin.

Have you discovered your fingers massaging the tightness of your jaw? Are headaches a regular part of your life? TMJ leads many Elgin residents to select descriptive words like “locking” or “popping” when describing, not moves in hip-hop dancing, but occurrences encountered while chewing. Is this healthy? To understand your jaw better, undertake this brief experiment. While standing relaxed, note… Continue Reading

Repairing Damage From Drug Addiction–Dental Office in Elgin

According to a 2010 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, nearly 9% of the U.S. population uses illegal drugs. At their dental office in Elgin, Dr. Lodding and his team at Smile for Life Dental see the negative impact that drug use can have on teeth and gums. Individuals who have overcome drug addiction can and should be extremely proud of… Continue Reading

Oral DNA Testing by Dentist Helps Prevent Disease!

Are you aware some people are predisposed to develop gum disease? Are you one of them? Have you heard of Oral DNA testing? Research indicates that inadequate oral health may influence the severity of other conditions in our bodies and our overall health. If your oral health is poor, you run a greater risk of developing heart disease, respiratory disease,… Continue Reading

Four Steps For Proper Teeth Brushing–Dental Care in Elgin

You may have brushed your teeth thousands of times, but does that mean that you are doing it correctly? Not necessarily. In providing spectacular dental care in Elgin, Dr. Lodding and his team at Smile for Life Dental share four basic, yet important steps to proper brushing and adequate oral hygiene. 1. Use The Right Equipment – Choose a toothbrush size that… Continue Reading

The Oral Systemic Link between HPV Infections and Cancer

It used to be oral cancer was attributed primarily to tobacco users, but an oral systemic link has been established indicating at least 3% of the U.S. population had one or more oncogenic HPV types present in their saliva. A recent case-control study also indicated there would be a 4.7% reduction in head and neck cancer if the oncogenic HPV… Continue Reading

In Need Of Dental Work? Elgin Dental Specialists Can Help

In Need Of Dental Work? Elgin Dental Specialists Whether it is for scheduling a basic dental check up, or there is a need for extensive dental work, Elgin residents can rely on the superior service provided by Dr. Lodding and his team at Smile for Life Dental. In caring for all of the dental needs of our valued patients, we provide… Continue Reading

Filling the Void with Dental Implants in Elgin

Did you undergo a root canal a number of years ago, only to have that tooth now fracture and require removal? Learn about dental implants from our Elgin professionals at Smile for Life Dental. Your options aren’t limited to choosing a bridge or partial. Teeth that have had root canals can fracture more easily than other teeth because they are somewhat… Continue Reading