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  • Anatomy of a Smile Makeover

    Author: Anonymous posted: Mar. 31, 2026.

    A smile makeover is usually a combination of one or more cosmetic dental procedures. To achieve your desired result, the doctor may perform or suggest a variety of options. The Read more
  • I have sensitive teeth. What are my options?

    Author: Anonymous posted: Mar. 24, 2026.

    At Palos Dental Center, we have patients coming in asking us why a taste of ice cream or a sip of coffee becomes a painful experience, or why brushing or Read more
  • The Secret to Keeping Your Teeth for Life

    Author: Anonymous posted: Mar. 17, 2026.

    The secret to keeping your teeth for life involves more than one secret. The first is that there is no secret; and in fact, there really is no difficulty involved. Read more
  • Top Five Best Foods for Oral Health

    Author: Anonymous posted: Mar. 10, 2026.

    Some foods are just terrible for your teeth — think cookies and candy bars — but there are certain foods that are beneficial to your oral health. Below, the doctor Read more
  • Beneficial Beverage or Damaging Drink?

    Author: Anonymous posted: Mar. 03, 2026.

    Talking about a healthy diet usually means talking about food. After all, our teeth and gums need protein, vitamins, and minerals to stay strong and free from cavities and gum Read more
  • How do I prevent oral cancer?

    Author: Anonymous posted: Feb. 24, 2026.

    The fact is, according to the Oral Cancer Foundation, close to 40,000 Americans will be diagnosed with oral or pharyngeal cancer this year, resulting in more than 8,000 deaths. Men Read more
  • When to Begin Dental Care for Your Child

    Author: Anonymous posted: Feb. 17, 2026.

    Children’s oral health differs from that of adults in a variety of ways. the doctor and our team want you to understand how you can provide the best care for Read more
  • Valentine's Day History

    Author: Anonymous posted: Feb. 10, 2026.

    Valentine’s Day is best known as a celebration of love in all its forms. Pink hearts, red roses, and cute greeting cards adorn every surface you see. What many people Read more
  • February Is Children’s Dental Health Month

    Author: Anonymous posted: Feb. 03, 2026.

    It’s the littlest month of the year, so what better time to think about the dental health of our littlest family members? February is National Children’s Dental Health Month, and Read more
  • Is There an Act Three for Our Teeth?

    Author: Anonymous posted: Jan. 27, 2026.

    Act One: Those 20 adorable baby teeth which begin arriving when you’re about six months old and are probably gone by the time you’re twelve. Act Two: The 32 (if you Read more
  • What Are Chalky Teeth?

    Author: Anonymous posted: Jan. 20, 2026.

    You’ve always taken care of your child’s smile. You make sure thorough brushing and flossing take place twice a day. You serve foods high in vitamins and minerals and low Read more
  • Is Charcoal Teeth Whitening Safe?

    Author: Anonymous posted: Jan. 13, 2026.

    Health and beauty trends surface on the web every day, and it can be difficult to tell which ones are worth your time, or even safe, for that matter. Perhaps Read more
  • How do I make my child’s diet safe for his or her teeth?

    Author: Anonymous posted: Jan. 06, 2026.

    The food you feed your child can have a lasting effect on his or her oral health. In fact, diet plays a major role in whether a child develops cavities Read more
  • Five (Easy-to-Keep!) Dental Resolutions for the New Year

    Author: Anonymous posted: Dec. 30, 2025.

    It’s a new year! A blank calendar! A traditional time to make a few changes that could change your life for the better. And while we applaud big goals like Read more
  • Why do wisdom teeth need to be removed?

    Author: Anonymous posted: Dec. 23, 2025.

    Sometime around the late teens or early twenties, people’s wisdom teeth start to erupt. These are the third and final set of molars. When wisdom teeth come in properly — Read more
  • How does whitening toothpaste work and how effective it is at whitening teeth?

    Author: Anonymous posted: Dec. 16, 2025.

    Brushing your teeth twice a day with fluoride toothpaste that has the American Dental Association seal of approval can help prevent tooth decay and relieve other conditions, such as bad Read more