General dentistry

Too many people wait too long to get a new toothbrush, and this can contribute to poor dental health. At Mantis Dentistry & Implant Center in Wilmette IL we recommend a new toothbrush about every three months. How often you replace your toothbrush depends, of course, on how often you use it. We recommend, strongly,…

When you suddenly have to juggling a lot of issues, some are bound to get dropped. Perhaps you are going through an intense family situation or have become the caregiver for an ailing parent. Perhaps you took on a second job or started night school to earn an advanced degree. Mantis Dentistry & Implant Center…

If you feel tooth sensitivity when you sip coffee or bite into ice cream, Mantis Dentistry & Implant Center in Wilmette IL is here for you. Millions of Americans have sensitive teeth. Problems with hot and cold foods and drinks are one of the most common complaints. Tactile issues – biting or chewing hard foods…

Tooth decay is the single most common dental issue there is. Unlike a cut on your finger, a cavity will not heal itself. In a worst case scenario, an untreated cavity can lead to future problems, up to and including tooth loss. That’s why we stress regular brushing and flossing to all of our patients,…

Regular brushing and flossing are essential in preventing tooth decay. But another valuable tool are dental sealants, and at Mantis Dentistry & Implant Center in Wilmette IL, we have the info you need on how they work! Dental sealants are a thin layer of plastic painted onto the chewing surfaces of the molars. Applying them…

In this post from Mantis Dentistry & Implant Center in Wilmette IL, we are focusing on your dental health. The typical American diet tends to be high in calories. And while this is a good thing, as everyone needs energy, it’s also important to make sure you’re receiving the important nutrients your body needs. When…

At Mantis Dentistry & Implant Center in Wilmette IL patients sometimes ask us how they should go about choosing a toothbrush. Picking this most basic dental health tool can be as hard as choosing a paint color, and there seem to be just as many choices. The most important consideration for a toothbrush is soft…

At Mantis Dentistry & Implant Center in Wilmette IL, we are sometimes asked about Xylitol. What is it, exactly? Is there really a sweetener that helps prevent cavities? The answer is not a simple yes or no. Xylitol is a natural sweetener that was first discovered in birch tree bark, but is also found in…

If you are a teenager or the parent of a teenager, this post from Mantis Dentistry & Implant Center in Wilmette IL is for you. We’ll discuss dental issues of special concern to adolescents. Dental risks for teens include both developmental and lifestyle-related factors. At our practice, we see decay and gum disease far too…