Are you expecting dental implant surgery and are unsure what will occur? It’s common to be nervous. Here’s what to expect with the implantation procedure from Mantis Dentistry & Implant Center. Did you knowย 3 million people in the U.S. have dental implants? And that number is growing each year. While dental implants are not rare,…
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How Do You Choose a Dental Practice For a Dental Implant in Wilmette?
Categories: Dental implants, Restorative dentistry
Today’s article is for people who have decided to replace a tooth with a tooth implant. Great choice! Now you need to choose a dental implant dentist to carry out the procedure. At Mantis Dentistry & Implant Center, we ensure you get a lasting dental implant. This is an essential decision. A dental implant is…
Getting a Dental Implant May Not Take as Long as You Think
Think you don’t have time to transform your smile? It may not take as long as you think if you choose Mantis Dentistry & Implant Center. How many visits does it take to get dental implants? Each patient is different. But in most cases, complete implant procedures take fewer visits than they used to. 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…
Multi-Procedure Dental Visits Save Time And Hassle
Categories: Cosmetic dentistry, Dental implants
Mantis Dentistry & Implant Center is a full-service family and general dental practice. We can address any dental need including total smile makeovers. If you are considering a smile makeover, 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…
Don’t Like Dental Visits? Go Anyway.
It’s no secret that many Wilmette residents dread going to the dentist. Whether they associate dental visits with shame, pain or financial drain, they avoid it at all costs. See Your Dentist Regularly to Avoid Painful Oral Problems However, think about the fact that by seeing your dentist regularly, you can forego dental procedures like…
What is the Recovery Time for a Dental Implant?
Categories: Dental health, Dental implants
What is the recovery time for a permanent dental implant procedure? There isn’t a standard timeline because there are many variables involved. Each patient’s treatment plan is unique. Here are some variables that affect the recovery time for a dental implant procedure. Is a tooth extraction needed? Will I need to have a bone graft…
Modern Dentistry In Wilmette With No Oxen Hooves
Hi, my name is Dino Mantis. My team and I at Mantis Dentistry & Implant Center have been providing excellent dental care for our patients in Illinois since 1989. One of the vital habits of good oral health is daily tooth brushing with an effective toothpaste. There is a wide variety of toothpastes available. I…
An Ugly Duckling In Your Mouth?
Do you have a damaged tooth that causes you embarrassment? Even if all of 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…
Raise Your Dental IQ
Categories: Dental Crowns, Dental implants
There are many simple things that a health-conscious person can do to raise their Dental IQ and improve their oral health. One simple lesson involves bacteria, and everyone’s mouth has a lot of it. But, don’t worry, bacteria per se isn’t the problem. The critical thing is the balance of bacteria. This is where brushing…
