Why Treating Gum Disease is Crucial in Wilmette

woman pulling her lip down to expose red gums, possible sign of early gum disease

When thinking about oral health, most focus on preventing cavities and achieving a picture-perfect smile. But one hidden threat often goes unnoticed until it’s too late — gum disease, also known as periodontal disease. At Mantis Dentistry & Implant Center in Wilmette, we take gum health seriously, offering professional periodontal treatments to protect your teeth,…

A Missing Tooth Can Lead to Bone Loss

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Today’s post from Mantis Dentistry & Implant Center focuses on missing teeth and bone health. Our teeth have many vital functions. We need them to chew our food, talk, and smile. But have you ever considered their role in holding up your face? When we lose teeth, the bone around the site of the extraction…

Who’s Afraid Of The Big, Bad…Dentist?

scared woman in dental chair with her hands on her face

People who experience dental phobia (Dentophobia) may take comfort in the fact that it is a fairly common diagnosable mental condition. At least they know they are not alone and that the medical community takes it seriously. Phobias like Pteromerhanophobia: (the fear of flying) and Acrophobibia (the fear of heights) can be challenging, but a…

Not All Smile Makeovers Are Created Equal

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Hello Wilmette! Welcome to the Mantis Dentistry & Implant Center dental blog. Let’s talk about smile redesigns. Some Wilmette patients wonder if the term is synonymous with general cosmetic dentistry. Is the placement of four veneers considered a smile makeover? Well, yes and no. If your smile is attractive and healthy except for some chips…

Preventing Tooth Decay in Illinois

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In Illinois and around the country, tooth decay is one of the most widespread childhood problems, yet tooth decay also affects adults. Mantis Dentistry & Implant Center serves people both young and old, helping fight tooth decay. Blame it on Bacteria Bacteria is the cause of tooth decay. Bacteria live in your mouth and merge…