You might suspect that your wisdom teeth are starting to emerge, but knowing the signs of impacted wisdom teeth can help you be more proactive about your dental care. Impacted wisdom teeth can be extremely painful and can make your life truly miserable until they are removed. Therefore, looking for the early warning signs listed…
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Yes, indeed! While brushing, flossing, and regular visits to Lemont Family Dental are all key to maintaining a healthy smile and mouth, Dr. Jennifer Splitt and our team want you to know the state of your oral health has a significant effect on your overall health. Our mouths are full of bacteria—some good, and some…
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As the saying goes, you are what you eat. But did you know that what you eat also affects your smile? Chow down on these seven tasty treats, recommended by Dr. Jennifer Splitt and our staff, for a healthier mouth and a smashing smile! Sesame Seeds These tiny seeds that you find in some Chinese…
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Water picks, sometimes called “oral irrigators,” make an excellent addition to your regular home care regimen of brushing and flossing. Especially helpful to those who suffer from periodontal disease and those patients of ours undergoing orthodontic treatment with full-bracketed braces, water picks use powerful tiny bursts of water to dislodge food scraps, bacteria, and other…
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