Grove's Blog
Posts for category: Dental
Dental restoration is the process of restoring damaged or missing teeth to a healthy, functional and beautiful state. Delaying treatment may lead to more serious problems and require more extensive dental work down the road, so it’s important to talk to your dentist as soon as you notice a problem.
At Grove, we have a team of doctors who are highly trained and experienced in the restoration of damaged and missing teeth. Whether you need a tooth-colored filling, porcelain crown, root canal or any other replacement for missing teeth, Grove will help you regain the function and natural beauty of your smile while providing improved comfort.
Long-term Consequences of Missing or Damaged Teeth
For many, a compromised smile and appearance serve as the chief motivating factor to restore damaged or missing teeth. Tooth restoration provides more than enhanced smile aesthetics, however. Teeth are necessary for the health of the gum tissues and jaw as well, and they provide important functions such as the ability to chew and speak. Missing teeth—whether it’s a single tooth or several —can lead to more serious issues including shifting of adjacent teeth, difficulty eating and speaking, jawbone deterioration and poor self-confidence.
Grove Dental is experienced in all aspects of restorative dentistry, allowing patients to acquire a healthy and functional smile. For more information, call any Grove office to schedule a consultation with a doctor. Already have a diagnosis for a needed restoration? Call and schedule an appointment to begin treatment.
Have you dodged cold and flu season this winter? Or maybe you’ve already battled a nasty head cold or viral infection? Whether you’ve been ill or not, there are a few important things you will want to remember to do in order to keep germs at bay.
One of the most important steps you can take to avoid becoming re-infected following an illness is to replace your toothbrush. That’s because germs can linger on your toothbrush bristles, prolonging your sickness or leading to relapse of your previous illness.
The American Dental Association recommends the following toothbrush care tips:
- Replace your toothbrush at least every 3-4 months or when the bristles are frayed or worn.
- Always replace your toothbrush after a cold or flu.
- Rinse your toothbrush with water to remove toothpaste and debris after each use, and store upright to air-dry.
- Never cover the toothbrush or place in a closed container while still wet, as this will allow for the growth of more bacteria.
- If you or a family member has been ill, be sure to throw away your old toothbrush and get a new one to avoid re-contaminating yourself with germs every time you brush.
- Never store household members’ toothbrushes together in a drawer or cabinet.
At Grove Dental, we’re here to help you smile!
Grove Dental Associates and Its Leading Team of Downers Grove Dentists Offer High-Quality Oral Surgery Treatments for Extractions, Implants and More
CHICAGO – Grove Dental Associates, a leading team of Downers Grove dentists, uses high-quality equipment and proven techniques for oral surgery procedures. Whether patients need wisdom teeth extracted or would like dental implants to replace missing teeth, Grove Dental’s leading oral surgeons ensure that patients are comfortable and that they enjoy optimal results.
“We work closely with our patients to coordinate the best possible care options for each patient,” said Darla Scheidt, marketing director at Grove Dental. “We strive to be as accommodating as possible, and patient comfort is a priority throughout the entire process – from the reception room to recovery.”
With multiple offices in the Chicago area, Grove Dental is widely recognized as a leading provider of dental services, including dental cleanings, teeth whitening, fillings, crowns and bridges, and cosmetic treatments.
At Grove Dental’s locations in Downers Grove, Bolingbrook, Lombard and Wheaton, first-timers enjoy a discount as part of Grove Dental’s “New Patient” special. The special, only $49, includes an exam and cleaning for both kids and adults. The regular cost ranges from$174 to $215.
“Contact our Downers Grove dentists today to learn more about our comfortable oral surgery options,” Scheidt said. “When you visit our offices, be sure and browse through the multiple patient letters we’ve received expressing gratitude for the quality services we’ve provided.”
ABOUT GROVE DENTAL: Grove Dental Associates is a full-service dental practice of more than 30 dentists including every type of dental specialty. Offices are located in the Chicago suburbs of Bolingbrook, Downers Grove, Lombard and Wheaton. For more information, visit their Web site at http://www.grovedental.com/.
Media Contact:
Darla Scheidt
Grove Dental Associates
877-476-8363
info@grovedental.com
It’s never too early to establish good dental health habits. Starting at birth, you can begin promoting good oral hygiene for your baby that will last a lifetime. Even before your baby sports his first tooth, you should wipe his gums clean each day with a soft, moist cloth. Including regular mouth cleanings as a part of the baby’s daily routine will also make it easier to transition into tooth brushing later on and help prevent future dental problems.
Tooth decay affects children in the U.S. more than any other chronic infectious disease. Decay or lost baby teeth can lead to problems with eating, speaking and issues with permanent teeth later in life. For this reason, the sooner you introduce good oral hygiene as a regular part of your baby’s routine the better.
Tooth Brushing and Little Mouths
As soon as your child’s first tooth erupts, usually between 6 and 12 months of age, you should begin brushing and cleaning the tooth regularly. After meals and before bedtime, gently wipe the first tooth with a damp cloth. You can also use a soft, child-sized toothbrush with water and fluoride-free toothpaste to clean the teeth and gums.
Once your child gets a little older and develops more teeth, allow your child to brush on his own with your supervision. This will help establish good brushing habits at a young age. Follow the child’s brushing with a more thorough cleaning of your own until the child is old enough to handle the task of brushing without your assistance.
By your child’s first birthday, schedule a visit to the dentist. This is a great time for your child to get to know the dentist and for parents to discuss how to care for their child’s mouth, appropriate use of fluoride, proper nutrition, milestones of dental development and other preventive care. Grove Dental has extremely gentle, experienced pediatric dentists on staff at all four office locations, dedicated exclusively to treating kids.
It’s open enrollment period, a time during which you have the opportunity to make changes in your insurance coverage or choose to enroll in certain benefits.
Be sure to choose Grove for all your dental needs! Grove accepts all traditional insurance plans and participates in some PPO type plans. We also offer many financial arrangements to make dentistry more affordable for you and your family.
Insurance participation varies by Grove office and by doctor, so call the office that is most convenient for you and speak to our Insurance Department. They will be happy to answer all your questions. Also, be sure to ask about out-of-network benefits. Many of our patients who use out-of-network benefits for services received at Grove are pleasantly surprised at the level of coverage available.
Dental Services
Archive:
- 2012
- January (6)
- Leading Downers Grove Dentists at Grove Dental Offer Reliable Surgery Options
- Brushing Your Baby’s Teeth: How Soon is Too Soon?
- Grove Dental, Leading Downers Grove Dentist Office, Offers Tooth Extraction and Implants
- Happy New Year from Grove Dental
- Keeping Your Toothbrush Clean
- Whiter Teeth Start at Home
- 2011
- 2010
Tags
- Bolingbrook (5)
- Grove Dental (16)
- Welcome (1)
- Zoom! Whitening (4)
- At Home Whitening (4)
- New Patients (8)
- Pediatric (14)
- Root Canal (3)
- Endodontist (4)
- Pain Free (5)
- Cosmetic Dentistry (3)
- Teeth Whitening (6)
- Fillings (3)
- Veneers (3)
- Dental Implants (4)
- Mouthguard (1)
- Sports Guard (1)
- Seniors (3)
- Pregnancy (2)
- Oral Hygiene (12)
- Sealants (2)
- Invisalign (3)
- Braces (4)
- Easy (6)
- Mobile Reminders (1)
- Patient Feedback (1)
- Bruxism (1)
- Jaw Pain (1)
- Teeth Grinding (1)
- Teeth Clenching (1)
- Multiple Specialists (1)
- Easy Appointments (2)
- TMJ (1)
- TMD (2)
- Infant (4)
- Special Offers (2)
- Kids (11)
- Dentures (1)
- Gingivitis (2)
- Gum Disease (4)
- Stress Free Visit (4)
- Cavities (5)
- Tooth Sensitivity (1)
- Crowns (2)
- Bridges (1)
- Holiday (13)
- Gift Certificates (1)
- New Year (2)
- Technology (3)
- Bad Breath (1)
- heart health (1)
- American Heart Health Month (1)
- Root Canal Therapy (3)
- Wisdom Teeth (3)
- Extraction (1)
- Clear Braces (1)
- Dr. Mina Chung (1)
- Comfortable (2)
- Periodontics (3)
- Gum Treatment (1)
- Online (1)
- New Location (2)
- Dental Emergencies (1)
- Back to School (3)
- Preventive Dentistry (4)
- Implants (5)
- Sports Drinks (1)
- Retainers (1)
- Extractions (3)
- Cleanings (3)
- Anesthesia (1)
- Local (1)
- Community (3)
- Candy (1)
- Benefits (1)
- Whitening (1)
- Zoom Whitening (1)
- Brushing (1)
- Tooth Extraction (1)
- Oral Surgery (1)
- Testimonials (1)
- Lombard (1)
- Cold and Flu (1)
- General Dentist (1)
- Downers Grove (1)
- General Health (1)
- Nutrition (1)
- Snoring (1)
- Root Canals (1)
- Restorative Dentistry (1)
- Fluoride (1)