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Protect Your Health with Oral DNA Testing

Monitoring the health of your mouth benefits your whole wellness. Dr. Lodding believes in the best preventative care possible, which is why he performs oral DNA testing on your regular hygiene cleanings. These tests are quick, easy and non-invasive, and the information they provide is well worth the test. There are three types of tests that can help Dr. Lodding… Continue Reading

Gum Disease: Gingivitis vs. Periodontitis

Gum disease is a serious problem that affects a lot of adults in the U.S. and around the world. In order to lower the chances of developing gum disease, it’s necessary to understand it to the best of your ability. We’re here to help. In this blog post, we will be outlining the key differences and similarities between two forms… Continue Reading

5 Things You Didn’t Know About Your Teeth

We recently came across a great article on WebMD.com that we thought you might be interested in learning about. It illustrates five very interesting things that you probably didn’t know about teeth. Here is the list of 5 from WebMD: Sour can be just as bad as sweet. Enamel is the hardest substance in the body, but it can break… Continue Reading

A Stress-Free Dental Visit Is Truly Possible

Many people are afraid of going to the dentist. Elgin sedation dentistry from Dr. Lodding addresses the fear you have, whether from past experiences or severe phobias, by enabling a safe state of relaxation. Foregoing dental treatment is extremely detrimental to your entire health and may result in needing more invasive, painful and expensive treatment later on. Elgin sedation dentistry works… Continue Reading

When Should You Brush Your Teeth?

One of the most common questions we hear from people is, “when is the best time to brush my teeth?” It’s a great question to ask, because it means you’re thinking about how to better care for your teeth. You have many opportunities throughout the day to brush your teeth, so when is best? The first thing we can tell… Continue Reading

Flossing Tips & Contest Reminder!

There are some places within your teeth that you just aren’t able to reach with a toothbrush, not matter how fancy or expensive it is. In order to effectively clean all parts of your teeth, you need to take time to floss. To help you get better at flossing, we’d like to present you with three helpful tips. Here they… Continue Reading

Beautiful Smiles on your Special Day with Teeth Whitening for Elgin

Before walking down the aisle, exchanging vows, cutting the cake and dancing the night away with your friends and family, a bride and groom have many stresses to deal with before their big day. Zoom teeth whitening is not on Elgin residents’ minds, especially with Decorations, caterers, music, venues, and last minute cancellations to think of. The last thing you… Continue Reading

Full Mouth Rehabilitation: It’s Like Physical Therapy For Your Mouth

s a premier cosmetic dentist for St. Charles, IL, Dr. Lodding is constantly continuing his education when it comes to full mouth rehabilitation. A person’s mouth can suffer damage or become unsightly for many reasons, whether it be disease, infection, or injury. In a situation where one dental treatment won’t do the trick, a skillfully designed plan may be created… Continue Reading

Learn About How Important Attention To Detail Is To Us

Smile 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, and… Continue Reading

These Are The Foods That Are Staining Your Teeth!

Frustrated with the color of your teeth? Wish they were whiter? It could be because of the food that you eat or the beverages that you drink. If you want to learn how to improve the color of your teeth, you should first start by understanding why they aren’t as white as they could be. Here are some foods/drinks that… Continue Reading