Dr. Mantis’s North Shore Dental Blog

If you are planning extensive cosmetic dental work, you may be wondering whether to do it all at once or one procedure at a time over an extended period. Here are some factors to consider:

Cost
In the long run, it is less expensive to do it all at once. At Dino Mantis DDS in Wilmette, we are able to complete several procedures in one visit. We know that complete smile transformations are a significant investment for most Illinois residents. We would be happy to discuss affordable dentistry financing options. Call us at 847.256.4776 to schedule a no-pressure consultation.

Time
With the latest materials and cosmetic dental techniques, healing times are shorter than ever before. However, some procedures such as bone grafting, soft tissue grafting, root canals, and dental implants often require a short healing period.

It is easier physically and psychologically to have the fewest possible visits to your Wilmette dentist. You should also consider how your dental visits and necessary healing periods will impact your employment and family life. You will have less down time if you receive several procedures at once.

Aesthetic Results
While we routinely achieve great outcomes when doing a smile makeover in steps, porcelain restorations are best fabricated in the same “batch” for the most precise color matching.

Sedation Dentistry

When you come in for a smile analysis, we can discuss oral sedation dentistry. Many Glenview and Evanston cosmetic dental patients benefit from this safe and effective solution for pain and anxiety management. Conscious sedation is especially helpful for procedures such as multiple wisdom teeth extractions and dental implant placement.
Dr. Dino Mantis DDS
1625 Sheridan Road
Wilmette, IL
847.256.4776
http://www.drdinomantis.com/

If you have money in your Wilmette flexible spending account you may want to schedule some cosmetic dentistry before the deadline. Remember, you lose any funds left over after the plan year ends. Why not improve your smile with tax-free dollars?

Even a small change can make a big difference in the appearance of your teeth. You might consider getting a porcelain veneer for a chipped tooth or replacing a broken dental crown. Maybe you want to straighten your teeth with braces or replace amalgam fillings with clear ones that blend with your natural teeth. Tooth whitening is quick and easy and benefits even the most attractive smiles.

Perhaps cosmetic dental treatment is not your first priority. Maybe you have a more pressing dental need such as a cavity that is bothering you or swollen gums. Don’t let these problems get worse and possibly more expensive to treat.

Call 847.256.4776 to book a consultation at Dino Mantis DDS. We are located at 1625 Sheridan Rd, Wilmette or at 796 State Line Road in Calumet City.

Dr. Dino Mantis is one of the most sought-after Chicago area dentists and stays at the forefront of cosmetic dentistry techniques and technology. A radiant smile is possible for anyone, regardless of issues such as tetracycline stains, periodontal disease, or missing teeth.

If you are planning to use flex account funds for Illinois dentistry, make sure you check your employer’s guidelines for eligible cosmetic or restorative dental procedures.

With a smile makeover at Dino Mantis DDS, what will your ‘after’ photo look like?

Picture the following scenario: You are stretched out in a chair at your dentist office holding a remote as you try to tune into your favorite Illinois radio station. A woman clips a paper bib around your neck. Someone switches on a bright overhead light and you see latex-gloved hands moving toward your open mouth. You close your eyes.

As you read this, does your heart start to race? Are your palms sweaty?

If so, you may be a good candidate for sedation dentistry. Oral sedation benefits nervous dental patients in Wilmette every day. Moderate sedation is used for all types of dental procedures such as root canals, dental implants, and wisdom teeth removal. If you are considering extensive restorative or cosmetic dental work, conscious sedation may allow your Wilmette dentist to complete multiple procedures in a single visit.

Don’t let fear prevent you from getting the dental treatment you need. Schedule a visit with Dr. Dino Mantis to learn about conscious sedation dentistry.

Dr. Dino Mantis DDS

Dino Mantis DDS
http://www.drdinomantis.com/
We’re your lifelong dental health partner

When a tooth is threatened by severe decay, periodontal disease, or damage from an injury, a skilled Wilmette dentist or endodontist must make a judgment call concerning the course of treatment. If the pulp of the tooth is infected or inflamed, a root canal is often the only way to save the tooth.

Dino Mantis DDS: 847.256.4776

During a root canal procedure (or endodontic treatment) the soft tissue in the root of the tooth is removed. This tissue contains veins, arteries and lymph vessels. Once the roots are cleaned out and widened, they are filled with a special rubber material. The root canal is only the first step in the complete tooth restoration. After the root canal, without a crown, the tooth will become dry and brittle. The final steps are the core build up and crown.

At Dino Mantis DDS, we fabricate strong, natural-looking crowns that blend perfectly with the surrounding teeth. With proper oral hygiene and regular visits to a Wilmette dentist, a tooth with a filled root can often function problem-free for the rest of a patient’s life.

I am Dentist Dr. Dino Mantis. I have seen hundreds of teeth saved by this effective dental procedure. Root canal therapy at Dino Mantis DDS in Wilmette has a very high success rate.

Because teeth with infected pulp tissue often cause no symptoms, it is important to have regular dental examinations. I can determine which (if any) teeth have infected roots. If the infection in the soft pulp tissue is left untreated, it can progress to a point where the tooth cannot be saved. Is it time for a thorough dental exam? Call our office at 847.256.4776.

Call Dino Mantis DDS immediately if one of your teeth is screaming for attention!