Cracked teeth can be painful, unattractive, and expensive to repair. Today’s post in the Mantis Dentistry & Implant Center dental blog contains an easy-to-follow list of tips to keep your teeth whole and strong. 1. We have to state the obviousdon’t chew on hard things. Mind-blowing, right? People should steer clear of ice, hard candies,…
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Do You Eat a Smile-Healthy Diet?
Today’s post explains how specific foods and eating practices can influence our teeth. The Sugar Problem Sugars get converted by bacteria in the mouth to acids. It is the acids that begin to attack enamel and initiate decay for individuals of all ages. Fruits have high water content which can dilute the effects of the…
5 Smile Makeover Questions For Wilmette Smiles
If you are considering a multi-procedure cosmetic dental smile makeover or extensive restorative dental work, here are four considerations: All At Once Or Over Time? At Mantis Dentistry & Implant Center, our smile makeover patients can often receive several (or all) procedures in one visit. It all depends on the specific services required to achieve…
How Do You Measure Dental Success?
How do you measure “dental success?” A check-up with no cavities? A perfect smile? A crown that looks as natural as the surrounding teeth? It could mean all those things and many more. For a child, dental success could be defined as a childhood free of cavities, learning daily dental hygiene practices, and gaining an…
Is Mouthwash A Must?
Categories: Dental health
If you’ve ever perused the dental care aisle of a grocery store, you know that there are many different types of mouthwash. Some tout their germ-killing abilities, others emphasize their fluoride content, and some claim to whiten teeth while freshening the breath. These are all great benefits, but will they help meet your oral care…
Are Dental Veneers Reversible?
Categories: Dental health
When individuals seek cosmetic dentistry to improve their smile, porcelain veneers are a successful option. Unlike a crown that completely covers the tooth, a veneer is a super thin layer of a very durable porcelain, composite bonding, or ceramic. When bonded to a tooth, the veneer creates a natural, translucent, and new surface. It improves…
Avoid Bone Deterioration Following Extraction
Categories: Wisdom teeth
Hello friends of Mantis Dentistry & Implant Center! In today’s post, we will discuss jaw bone health. Those tooth roots are important! To remain strong and vital, your jaw bone needs to be consistently stimulated by the pressure of chewing, biting, and talking. Each tooth has a root structure the extends into the surrounding bone…
Are All Carbs Created Equal?
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
Hello, I am doctor Dino Mantis of Mantis Dentistry & Implant Center in Wilmette. Today, we are focusing on diet and oral health. I’m sure you brush and floss regularly and hopefully visit your dental practice for necessary cleanings, but did you know that making small but important changes to your diet can improve your oral…
Celebrity Smiles Without The Annoying Paparazzi
Hello friends of Mantis Dentistry & Implant Center! Close your eyes. Picture the most stunning smile you have ever seen. Perhaps it is the pleasing smile of your significant other. Perhaps it is your favorite actor, actress, or singer. What makes this smile memorable? The brilliant color? The beautiful translucency? The pleasing shape? The alignment…
Yes, We Treat Bad Breath
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
When dental patients ask if mouthwash cures bad breath, we tell them that treating bad breath with a mouthwash is like drenching yourself with cologne instead of taking a shower. Mouthwash is only a temporary mask for odor caused by poor oral hygiene, tongue bacteria, or digestive conditions. The best-selling mouthwashes have a significant amount…
