For some, going to the dentist, endodontist, or periodontist is extremely nerve-wracking. With sedation dentistry, patients are able to experience anxiety-free dental treatment or dental procedures despite any dental phobia they may have. Around thirty percent of Americans either put off or avoid the dentist because of dental phobia; rather than having poor oral health, […]

Simply stated, an apicoectomy is a surgical procedure performed by an endodontist as an alternative treatment option to a conventional root canal. During this minor surgical procedure, the very tip of the tooth’s root is removed and sealed. Without getting too far into the “scientific weeds,” the space inside the tooth called the pulp chamber houses the […]

Many have either a fear of going to the dentist, or are at least anxious about the visit. Whether it is as a result of a bad visit as a child, cultural factors, or general dental anxiety, lots of people fear some aspect of visiting the dentist. However, regular dental checkups are an important part […]

Our periodontist office near downtown Chicago knows how important oral health is through all stages of life. Nutrition is key to your health, including oral nutrition because what’s good for your body, is good for your teeth as well.    Pregnancy As a pregnant woman, it’s important to have good maternal nutrition for the development […]