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…
Dental implants
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…
What Is More Valuable Than A Diamond?
“Every tooth in a man’s head is more valuable than a diamond.” -Miguel de Cervantes, Don Quixote, 1605 When Cervantes wrote Don Quixote, there was no way to replace teeth that were lost to trauma or decay. We are fortunate to live at a time when there is a permanent cutting-edge replacement for missing teeth: the amazing…
Foaming At The Mouth: Are You Brushing Right?
One key to activating the value of toothpastes is creating foam when appropriately brushing. In today’s post, let’s examine the unique role of foam. Get that foam foaming Working up a good foam is achieved by pre-wetting the toothbrush, then attacking at a 45 rather than 90 degree angle. The foaming aids in dislodging food…
What are Possible Dental Implant Complications?
Categories: Dental implants
If you’ve visited our blog before, you have read about the advantages of dental implants. That’s because they are an amazing replacement for missing teeth and have been used successfully in the Wilmette area for over 30 years. At Mantis Dentistry & Implant Center, close to 98% of our implant placements are successful. But like…
Can You Completely Restore a Smile With Several Missing Teeth?
Categories: Dental implants, Restorative dentistry
This message from Mantis Dentistry & Implant Center in Wilmette IL is about restoring smiles by using dental implants. Dental implants are titanium posts that are inserted into the jaw. One implant can support one artificial tooth, while several can support a bridge, or even a full dental arch. What Are The Differences Between Fixed…
Dental Implants Are Truly Life-Changing
Categories: Dental implants, Restorative dentistry
Patients who are thinking about a dental implant from Mantis Dentistry & Implant Center in Wilmette IL often ask how long they last. An implant is a significant investment, after all. Do they really last a lifetime, like people say? The answer is yes, but an explanation is in order. A dental implant is not…
