While there is a wide range of home bleaching products available at the local drugstore for patients to consider for teeth whitening, many of these fail to provide reliable, noticeable results for individuals ready for a dramatic improvement in their smiles. Fortunately, the team at Smile Today Dental in Glenview, Illinois, provides patients with an […]
Problems that develop near the front of the smile, such as staining, gaps, or breakage, can significantly impact the appearance of the smile as a whole. Patients may find themselves in social situations covering their smile or avoiding talking to others because of the embarrassment they experience with the appearance of their teeth. Thanks to […]
Dental crowns are one of several cosmetic and restorative options available for patients at Smile Today Dental in Glenview, Illinois. They are an excellent way to cover a tooth that requires extra protection. Let’s learn more about dental crowns for teeth and when they may be used for your smile! What is a crown? A […]
In the past, and at some dental offices today, silver amalgam fillings are still used to fill areas of decay. This material, which is comprised of approximately 50% mercury, is toxic to the body and can result in mercury toxicity–often associated with neurological changes. Fortunately, many dentists avoid this material and instead use composite resin, […]
Dental bonding can transform and enhance smiles that have stains, cracks, chips, gaps, and more. At Smile Today Dental, we offer quality bonding treatment to our patients in Glenview, Illinois, and surrounding communities. Bonding: An Appealing Cosmetic Treatment Many people are attracted to dental bonding due to its simplicity. Bonding is a non-invasive cosmetic treatment […]
Over the years, the materials used to create fillings for teeth have changed. Previously, a metal amalgam filling was used to repair cavities and damaged teeth to ensure they maintain their integrity and appearance. However, there are many reasons why today’s dentists are moving away from using traditional fillings and opting for a more suitable […]
Although natural teeth are reasonably strong, itβs not hard to crack or break a tooth. A tooth can break from biting into something hard like a popcorn kernel or hard candy or facial trauma due to a slip and fall, auto accident, or sports mishap. Broken teeth can ruin your smile and impair your ability […]
More than likely, you will find yourself in need of a filling at some point in your life. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimate that over 90% of adults have had a cavity and 1 in 4 adults have cavities that are untreated. Dental cavities are tiny permanent holes in the surface of […]