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When to Begin Dental Care for Your Child

September 23rd, 2020

Children’s oral health differs from that of adults in a variety of ways. Dr. Jennifer Splitt and our team want you to understand how you can provide the best care for your son or daughter’s teeth. It’s essential to understand what your child will need from you when it comes to his or her oral…
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Creating a Dental Home

September 16th, 2020

As a parent, you know how important a happy, relaxed atmosphere is when it comes to making your child feel at home. We would like to make our Lemont, IL practice your dental home, where you and your family enjoy the best of dental care in a warm and welcoming environment. What makes a dental…
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What stinks?

September 9th, 2020

Spilling soda on someone’s white shirt, telling an off-color joke at an inappropriate time, or sneezing chewed food all over the dinner table all pale in comparison to the socially unacceptable, embarrassing blunder of having ... bad breath! Five Possible Causes of Halitosis Poor oral hygiene practices. Failing to brush your teeth encourages anaerobic bacteria…
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When should I floss during the day?

August 26th, 2020

A vital step in your oral health routine is flossing. We hope our patients at Lemont Family Dental maintain good oral hygiene, including daily flossing between each visit to our Lemont, IL office. A toothbrush is not always enough to get to the hard-to-reach areas of your mouth. When food remains between your teeth, bacteria…
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