Tooth enamel is one of the strongest substances in the body, but it is non-renewable so it is critical to not neglect or abuse our teeth. Proper oral hygiene is the first step in protecting your enamel. Even though every drug store carries hard bristle brushes, we guide our patients to brush with a soft…
Cavity Prevention
Quality Dental Care: A Responsible Investment

Preparing to pay for critical dental work can be a daunting undertaking. The good news is that the cost may be far less than you imagined. Knowing your needs is crucial to planning your budget for dental work. Mantis Dentistry & Implant Center believes in the power of preventative dentistry. Trying to Compare Comparing the…
Preventing Tooth Decay in Illinois

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…
Creating Beautiful Smiles At Mantis Dentistry & Implant Center

I am glad you found our blog! I’m Dino Mantis, DDS, of Mantis Dentistry & Implant Center, a full-service dental practice in Wilmette. I am a proud member of KOIS. My profession is dentistry, but my passion is providing superior and affordable Wilmette dental care for my patients. I began serving Illinois residents in the…
Relieving Your Dental Anxiety At Mantis Dentistry & Implant Center

Hello Chicago area dental blog visitors, welcome to the Mantis Dentistry & Implant Center blog. I am Doctor Dino Mantis of Mantis Dentistry & Implant Center in Wilmette. A close friend of mine recently expressed fears about her upcoming root canal. She was anxious about the pain she might experience and worried about getting work…
Its Better To Prevent A Cavity Than Fill One

In 1989, Dr. Dino Mantis established Mantis Dentistry & Implant Center in Wilmette. Dr. Mantis is an outstanding dental professional dedicated to preventative dentistry. What is preventative dentistry? The goal of preventative dentistry is to preserve oral health so that no restorative dental work ever becomes required. In other words, preventing decay, gum disease, and…