Carol Stream Dentist | Ow! Your Guide to Canker Sores
Dentist in Carol Stream A canker sore can make eating, drinking, and talking difficult and even painful. Maintaining your oral health by brushing and flossing may also be difficult with a sore in your mouth, but keeping up with your daily oral hygiene routine is an important step in the healing process. We’ve put together […]
Carol Stream Dentist | Optimal Gum Health for Seniors
Dentist in Carol Stream For seniors, it is imperative that gum health is a top priority. As you age, your risk of developing periodontal (gum) disease increases. Periodontal disease is both preventable, and in many cases, reversible. When left untreated, it can lead to more serious complications such as bloody or swollen gums, and even […]
Carol Stream Dentist Explains The Dangers of Grinding
Dentist in Carol Stream Teeth grinding, known as bruxism, is a habit many get into without even realizing it. Grinding your teeth can be damaging for several reasons. If you or your child have been struggling with teeth grinding, make an appointment to see us. We will assess the damage to the teeth, as well […]
Carol Stream Dentist | Ask the Dentist: Is Teeth Whitening Safe?
Have you been unhappy with your smile? Perhaps you’ve noticed it appears yellowish in photos. Or maybe you have an important event coming up and you’d like your smile to look brighter and more youthful. If so, you’re not alone: A recent study by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry revealed that when asked “What […]
Dentist Carol Stream IL | Save Time with Same-Day Dentistry [Infographic]
Life is busy – whether your schedule is full of conference calls, taking the kids to soccer practice, or squeezing in your hot yoga class – visiting the dentist multiple times to get a crown is probably not high on your to-do list. Same-day dentistry is the solution! Traditional crowns require multiple visits and placement […]
Women’s History Month: 4 Women Who’ve Changed the Face of Dentistry
Did you know? Only 1.1% of dental students were female in 1968. That number dramatically increased to 47.7% in 2014. [SOURCE] K&L Family Dental decided to celebrate Women’s History Month by sharing four women dentists who’ve changed the face of dentistry. You could say they are responsible for contributing to the above statistic (along with […]
Dentist Carol Stream | Fluoride and Sealants: Cavity Prevention for All Ages [Infographic]
You may think you’ve outgrown the tendency to get cavities, but according to the CDC, 91% of people over the age of 20 have had cavities at some point in their adult lives. Of course, there are many preventive steps you can take to avoid cavities, including daily brushing and flossing and regular dental cleanings […]
Dentist in Carol Stream IL | 4 Tips to Help Your Child LOVE the Dentist
Experts recommend that children have their first dental visit by age one, or when their first tooth is visible. From there, children may need as many as 10 dental visits before kindergarten! Since February is National Children’s Dental Health Month, we’re focusing on how a positive, early introduction to the dentist will set your child […]
Dentist in Carol Stream | Protect Your Smile by Checking for These 6 Signs of Gum Disease
Gum disease is one of the least noticeable yet most common oral conditions worldwide. Given gum disease’s potentially serious yet invisible signs, how can you protect yourself from losing your smile? Gum disease is no laughing matter. Millions of Americans are diagnosed with it each year and millions more remain untreated, leading to rapid decay […]
Carol Stream IL Dentist | Say “Hello” to These 5 Healthy Habits for the New Year
We’re at that time of the year again where we wrap up 2016 and look forward to 2017, which means it’s time to think of your New Year’s resolutions. Have you developed your list? Everyone at our K&L Family Dental office wants you to live a healthy life, so we’ve gathered our top five healthy […]
