Gingivitis” is the clinical term for inflamed gums; it’s a very common condition. So common, in fact, that even kids can get it. Are you worried that your child has gingivitis? The dental experts at Dream Dentist explain what you need to know about this common oral infection. What Causes Gingivitis? Gums become inflamed when…
O’Fallon IL Teeth Whitening DentistsHaving brighter, whiter teeth can impact the way we feel about ourselves and the impression we have on other people. Thankfully having a whiter smile doesn’t have to be all that difficult – it just depends on what we want our final results to be and how dark our teeth already…
Thumb sucking, using a pacifier, or being given a bottle are things babies enjoy and find comfort in. However, when it is allowed to go on for too long, these vices can have serious effects on the development of the child’s mouth. When Should Thumb Sucking Stop? It’s best to break this habit before the…
The holidays are filled with moments where great memories can be made. A warm smile between two loved ones – a family photo to cherish for a lifetime. But the way you feel about your teeth can really affect the emotion you show and how others perceive you. If you’re unhappy with your smile and…
Cosmetic dentistry can be a huge financial investment. The last thing you’ll want is to suffer from decay with your new beautiful smile. Some patients don’t realize that teeth with new restorations can still get cavities. Since a crown is just a porcelain cover, it doesn’t decay. But the tooth underneath it is still susceptible…
In America, we tend to be overwhelmed by social media. Not only can we follow the news (or someone’s interpretation of it!) but we can also follow our favorite entertainers and find out about new shows, movies, music, and more. And of course, we can use it for its original use: sharing our lives and…
Whether you’re nine or ninety, your smile makes an impression. It’s an indicator of your health and happiness! But when teeth are missing or crooked, you can end up leaving the wrong impression. At Dream Dentist, our goal is to restore your smile and make it beautiful. We offer many services that address both beauty…
It’s a sad fact of being a dentist or dental professional: no one really wants to come see you at your job! We’re either cleaning teeth and explaining how to better care for them — which you already know — or we’re working on restoring teeth by cleaning out decay or removing stubborn calculus deposits…
Something has happened in America to increase our consumption of sugar. More than 9% of the population of the US has Type II Diabetes. The CDC has classified that number as an epidemic, though it’s not contagious. This disease affects every part of your body, from your skin, to your nervous system, to your heart.…
Every six months, the dentist tells you there is plaque buildup or inflammation in your gums. You wonder if you’re just brushing your teeth wrong, but as an adult, it can be a little embarrassing to ask how to brush correctly! At the Dream Dentist, we know that a little preventative education can help you…