Dr. Mantis’s North Shore Dental Blog

Hello! Welcome to the Dino Mantis, DDS blog. If this your first visit, we hope you find useful information about our Wilmette cosmetic dentistry practice. If you have read some of our previous articles, we are glad you checked back with us. We post new articles regularly.

My name is Dino Mantis, DDS. I have been practicing dentistry in Wilmette since 1987. Dino Mantis, DDS is a full-service dental office located at 1625 Sheridan Road in Wilmette. In addition to providing comprehensive examinations and deep cleanings for clients in the Wilmette area, we perform all types of tooth restorations.

When a tooth has decay or has been damaged, restorative dentistry is needed to ‘restore’ the tooth to its previous intact condition. A dental filling is one of the most common and well-known types of restorations. A dental filling is used to repair decayed or damaged tooth surfaces. Most people have a few fillings in their mouth.

If you have old silver amalgam fillings, we can replace them with nearly-invisible tooth-colored fillings. These fillings are made out of a strong composite resin. Many of our cosmetic dentistry patients in North Shore, Wilmette, and Evanston have replaced their old silver fillings with fillings matched to their teeth. You can improve your smile instantly and relatively inexpensively by getting rid of the ‘metal’.

Another reason some clients have had their old fillings replaced is because they are concerned about the possible heavy metal toxicity of the mercury in the silver.

If you would like to replace your amalgam fillings, call us at 847.256.4776 to schedule a consultation. We are currently accepting new patients and would be happy to show you around our Wilmette cosmetic dental office and introduce you to our friendly team.

Smile – it increases your face value!

General dentists in the Wilmette area are trained in a wide variety of dental procedures. However, sometimes, your Wilmette general dentist will refer you to a local Wilmette specialist, or include a specialist as part of your treatment team.

Following are some of the most common dental specialties found in the Wilmette area:

Endodontists
Endodontists in Wilmette specialize in root canal therapy and other procedures involving the root and surrounding parts of the tooth.

Periodontists
Periodontists practicing in the Wilmette area treat the conditions affecting gum tissue and the bone surrounding the teeth. If you have gingivitis or more advanced periodontal disease, you may be referred to a periodontist in Wilmette.

Prosthodontists
Repairing damaged teeth and replacing lost teeth for Wilmette patients is called ‘restorative dentistry‘. Prosthodontists have advanced training in procedures involving crowns, dental implants, bridges, veneers, inlays, and partial or complete dentures.

Pediatric Dentists
Infants, young children and teenagers in the Wilmette area have different dental needs than adults. Pediatric Dentists undergo additional training in the diagnosis and treatment of dental diseases affecting the youngest population in Wilmette.

Oral Surgeons
Oral Surgeons serving the Wilmette area perform surgical procedures involving the teeth, mouth and jaw. These include dental implants, surgery to repair damage due to injury, tumor surgery, and cleft lip and palate reconstruction.

If you are interested in learning more about these specialties, or have a concern regarding your oral health, please visit us at Dino Mantis, DDS. You will find us at 1625 Sheridan Road in Wilmette IL 60091. Please give us a call at 847.256.4776.

-Dino Mantis, DDS

Hello,

My name is Dino Mantis, and I am a restorative and cosmetic dentist in the Wilmette, IL community.

My practice is called ‘Dino Mantis, DDS’, and together we provide dentistry services including family dentistry, orthodontics, restorative and cosmetic dentistry.

If you are looking for a Wilmette Dentist, I invite you to give Dino Mantis, DDS a try. We are excellent, and caring. Give us a call at 847.256.4776, or visit us on our website at http://www.drdinomantis.com/

By the way, I am a member of the American Dental Association. You can learn more about American Dental Association at their website located at www.ada.org

Perhaps you have heard or seen the Wilmette dental industry’s advertising about dental implants. Most Wilmette dentists claim that dental implant dentures can change your life. Does this sound like hype? Exaggeration?

Let’s look at the facts about dental implant anchored dentures in Wilmette:

Chewing: An oral implant denture can restore up to 95 percent of normal chewing function. How important is chewing? Can you chew easily with your current full or partial denture? Can you bite apples? When was the last time you ate a raw carrot?

Fit: Implant anchored dentures stay in place. An implant denture doesn’t slide around in your mouth and cause sores. Kenilworth implant denture wearers who exercise regularly especially appreciate this benefit.

Appearance: How does your smile look? Can you smile confidently? How many Evanston denture wearers love their smile? Implant anchored dentures look like natural teeth. They don’t move when you smile, eat, talk, bike, swim, dance, golf, ski; you get the idea.

Bone health: When teeth are extracted, bone recession can occur over time (in fact, this happens in almost every case). Because a titanium implant is an artificial ‘tooth root’ inserted into your jaw bone, your bone has a better chance of staying healthy. If there are no other adverse conditions present, your jaw bone should remain strong and dense, just as if the original tooth root were there.

If you hate your dentures and live in Kenilworth or Evanston, why don’t you come in for a consultation about dental implants and mini-implants? We can discuss all the particulars including procedure specifics, healing time and dental implant cost. Then you can decide for yourself if Implant dentures will, as promised, change your life.

Here is our contact information:

Dino Mantis, DDS
1625 Sheridan Road
Wilmette, IL 60091

http://www.drdinomantis.com/

847.256.4776

One of the latest breakthroughs in Wilmette cosmetic dentistry is prepless veneers. Though thousands of North Shore and Kenilworth smile restoration clients who have received traditional veneers are happy with the results, some IL dental clients have delayed this procedure because they do not want to lose healthy tooth structure.

DURAthin prepless veneers are a less-invasive procedure for transforming Wilmette smiles. Prepless veneers are incredibly thin shells which adhere to the face of teeth and require no removal of tooth enamel. Most Wilmette prepless veneers are about the thickness of two pieces of paper. Because the color is built into the veneers (instead of being applied after fabrication), they look like your natural teeth–only better!

Our experienced IL ceramists are skilled artists. They create each custom veneer with the optimum shape, color and thickness for your new smile. Another great feature of the Dino Mantis, DDS prepless veneers application procedure is that it requires no anesthesia or drilling.

If you are embarrassed by misaligned, discolored or broken teeth, Kenilworth prepless veneers may be a IL smile restoration solution that you can feel good about.

Call Dino Mantis, DDS to learn more about Wilmette prepless veneers. It is the first step toward your dazzling new smile!

Dino Mantis

Dino Mantis, DDS
1625 Sheridan Road
Wilmette IL 60091
847.256.4776

http://www.drdinomantis.com/

A dental implant is a permanent tooth replacement that looks, feels and works like a natural tooth.

The actual dental implant material is usually titanium. A post is surgically inserted into the jaw bone to replace the root of the missing tooth. The post integrates with the bone to provide a stable foundation. The root replacement device can help prevent future jaw bone deterioration that can occur after a tooth has been lost. When the implant has integrated securely with the bone (it can take three to six months), a smaller post is attached. This post extends above the gum line. The artificial tooth (crown) is then attached.

The dental implants available in the Wilmette and North Shore area are extremely versatile and can be used in a variety of configurations. One dental implant can replace one missing tooth. A series of implants can replace more than one tooth or anchor a dental bridge. Implants can also act as a sturdy base for partial or full dentures.

When calculating the cost of dental implants in Wilmette, you’ll want to compare them to other restorative options.

Call 847.256.4776 to schedule a visit to discuss your dental goals and the possibility of affordable dental implants. If you are missing one or more teeth, you owe it to yourself to get information about dental implants.

-Dino Mantis, DDS

Dino Mantis DDS specializes in local dentistry to provide that special dental care

to our Wilmette, Illinois dental patients.

Dino Mantis DDS provides local dentistry services to our neighboring areas including Calumet City, Kenilworth and the  North Shore.

Our most popular local dentistry procedure is cosmetic dentistry, however we also perform sedation dentistry.

You can contact Dino Mantis DDS about cosmetic dentistry or sedation dentistry, or any other local dentistry service by calling us at 847.256.4776.

If you live in the 60091 zip code area, and are looking for a ‘home town dentist’ who provides dentistry to the Wilmette, IL area, click on any of the links on this page, give us a call at 847.256.4776, or stop by and visit. You can find us at 1625 Sheridan Road in Wilmette.

We’re your lifelong dental health partner.

Do you have a damaged tooth that causes you embarrassment? Even if all your other teeth are nicely shaped and pearly white, guess what other people notice? Yep, the ugly duckling. You have probably experienced that yourself when you have looked at a smile that contains one discolored tooth. No matter how hard you try, the unsightly one is impossible to ignore.

A beautiful smile is an important component of your overall appearance. Unattractive teeth draw the eye away from other pleasing features such as thick shiny hair, gorgeous eyes or a peaches and cream complexion.

Fortunately, there are several cosmetic dental procedures to restore or repair one or more teeth. At Dino Mantis DDS in Wilmette, we can complete most of them in one short visit. Think about it; you could achieve a stunning smile in less than an afternoon!

Veneers, Bonding and Cosmetic Implant Dentistry
Dental bonding is an affordable cosmetic dentistry procedure available in Wilmette at Dino Mantis DDS. We use dental bonding in a variety of applications. In addition to repairing damage, dental bonding can close gaps between teeth. Porcelain veneers are another minimally invasive cosmetic fix. Like cosmetic dental bonding, veneers correct chips, cracks and improve tooth shape.

What if your problem is not an unattractive tooth but a missing tooth? Don’t despair, a beautiful smile is still possible in Hayward with dental implants.

For more information about veneers, bonding, implants and other cosmetic denistry procedures, call Dino Mantis DDS at 847.256.4776. We are conveniently located at 1625 Sheridan Road, in Wilmette, IL.  We look forward to showing you cosmetic dentistry ‘before after’ pictures.

Tooth whitening has really taken off in Wilmette. It has become a popular dental

procedure and can provide excellent results if done properly.

There are a lot of options when it comes to tooth whitening. You can choose from a selection of over-the-counter options that you can get at your local pharmacy, or can go to a professional to get a complete tooth whitening solution.

It is a good idea to consult with your dentist before a tooth whitening, regardless of whether you choose to use an over-the-counter product. Your dentist will be able to help you understand the results you can expect, and can help recommend a product that will work for you.

There are many variables when it comes to tooth whitening. The color of your teeth at the beginning of your treatment will make a difference for your ending result. Different tooth whitening treatments will each produce a different result. Your Wilmette dentist has experience with tooth coloration and the types of treatments available.

In many cases, your dentist will be able to provide you with a tooth whitening solution that you can take home with you. In some cases, your dentist may recommend a professional treatment that is done at the dentist’s office.

Professional tooth whitening can produce dramatic results in a single treatment, and is often done over a few treatments.

Tooth whitening is less expensive than it was in the earlier days of tooth whitening technology. Today, tooth whitening treatments are very affordable, and don’t take the time they used to.

If you are interested in a tooth whitening consultation in the North Shore area, please call Dino Mantis DDS and make an appointment to see me. I will be happy to give you a check up, assess your tooth color, and recommend teeth whitening treatments that may be right for you.

-Dr. Dino Mantis, Dentist

If you are one of the many Wilmette denture wearers, you know that they are not the ideal solution for missing teeth.

The problems with dentures include slipping, gum irritation, trouble eating and talking, bone loss, and inability to taste food due to a covered palate. Clearly, dentures do not feel and function like natural teeth.

Good oral hygiene and regular dental checkups can help you avoid the need for dentures later in your life, but other factors can make dental replacements an inevitability.

The good news? Modern dental implant technology is making dentures a thing of the past.

At Dino Mantis DDS we have information and expertise that can help bring hope to denture wearers through dental implant technology. There are a variety of effective denture/implant tooth configurations.

Call Dino Mantis DDS at 847.256.4776 to book an implant over-denture consultation. We can help you understand your options and can recommend options.

If you currently wear traditional dentures and are not happy with them, implant anchored dentures may dramatically change your life. Your chewing ability will be similar to that of natural teeth and you will be able to eat hard foods again. How about a thick T-bone at your favorite North Shore steakhouse? In addition to being able to enjoy your meal, you will avoid the embarrassment of having your dentures rattle around in your mouth in public.

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Attention Wilmette denture wearers: there is life after dentures with tooth implants!

Come see us at Dino Mantis DDS at 1625 Sheridan Road, Wilmette, IL  60091 for more information about dental implants.