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  • Tips for Managing Oral Pain

    Author: Anonymous posted: Jun. 21, 2022.

    Experiencing tooth or oral pain is not fun. If you cannot get to Palos Dental Center right away, the pain may even seem to increase. The old saying that a Read more
  • Celebrate Your Dad's Smile

    Author: Anonymous posted: Jun. 14, 2022.

    Father’s Day is coming up, and, just in case your dad has enough ties, we have some gifting suggestions for you. Here’s a selection of gifts large and small tailored Read more
  • Healthy Summer Foods

    Author: Anonymous posted: Jun. 07, 2022.

    It’s summer—that wonderful time of year when fresh and delicious produce abounds. the doctor will tell you that your teeth, gums, and tissues all rely on an appropriate mix of Read more
  • Dangers of Thumb Sucking

    Author: Anonymous posted: May 31, 2022.

    It’s common for children to suck their thumb at a young age. the doctor and our team want you to understand the potential issues that can surface down the road Read more
  • Memorial Day: Parades, remembrance, and the unofficial start of summer!

    Author: Anonymous posted: May 24, 2022.

    “The purpose of all war is peace.” - Saint Augustine Fire truck sirens, baton twirlers, marching bands covering patriotic tunes, colorful floats, costumes, and millions of red, white, and blue American Read more
  • Why should I have my child’s wisdom teeth removed?

    Author: Anonymous posted: May 17, 2022.

    The wisdom teeth are the last of the permanent molars to emerge from the gums. This can occur as early as age 17 or as late as 21. Though some Read more
  • What to do about Dry Mouth

    Author: Anonymous posted: May 10, 2022.

    Xerostomia, commonly known as dry mouth, is a condition in which the salivary glands in the mouth don’t produce enough saliva. Saliva keeps the mouth moist and cleanses it of Read more
  • Celebrate Your Mom’s Smile with These Mother’s Day Gifts

    Author: Anonymous posted: May 03, 2022.

    Mother’s Day is around the corner, and if you’re looking for some different gifting ideas for one of the most important people in your life, we have some suggestions for Read more
  • The Secret to Fresh Breath

    Author: Anonymous posted: Apr. 26, 2022.

    Bad breath: We’ve all dealt with it. You’ve been around people who have it and, like it or not, you have had it yourself. It can be embarrassing and uncomfortable, Read more
  • Earth Day

    Author: Anonymous posted: Apr. 19, 2022.

    The idea for Earth Day was the brainchild of Gaylord Nelson, a senator from Wisconsin. He envisioned an Earth Day that would be a kind of environmental teach-in. The first Read more
  • Navigating the World of Dental Insurance Terminology

    Author: Anonymous posted: Apr. 12, 2022.

    Unless you work for an insurance company, you probably do not spend a lot of your time studying all the terminology that dental insurance companies use to describe the treatments Read more
  • This April, Let’s Celebrate National Facial Protection Month!

    Author: Anonymous posted: Apr. 05, 2022.

    Poor April. While other months celebrate romance, or giving thanks, or costumes and candy, April has—April Fool’s Day and a tax deadline. We might be forgiven for thinking these two Read more
  • Five Reasons for Your Bad Breath

    Author: Anonymous posted: Mar. 29, 2022.

    Bad breath, or halitosis, is probably not a matter of life or death. But it can make you feel self-conscious and have a negative impact on your life. The majority Read more
  • Do I lose my wisdom if I lose my wisdom teeth?

    Author: Anonymous posted: Mar. 22, 2022.

    The third molars have long been known as your “wisdom teeth,” because they are the last teeth to erupt from the gums – usually sometime during the late teens to Read more
  • St. Patrick's Day: Celtic pride, green shamrocks, and lucky charms!

    Author: Anonymous posted: Mar. 15, 2022.

    “St. Patrick's Day is an enchanted time -- a day to begin transforming winter's dreams into summer's magic.” Adrienne Cook Lucky green shamrocks, leprechauns, and pots of gold – it must Read more
  • Healthy Gums and Older Adults

    Author: Anonymous posted: Mar. 08, 2022.

    One of the most important parts of staying healthy as we grow older is being open to learning new ways of staying healthy! While worrying about braces or wisdom teeth Read more