Did you know there are numerous causes of dental erosion that can easily wear down your tooth enamel to the point a cavity will arise? In order to protect your precious tooth enamel from any damage that can occur, it is important to exercise caution against numerous causes, including dry mouth, excessive sugar consumption, acid reflux disease, genetic predispositions, medications,... read more »

If you suffer from bruxism, how would you know? Bruxism is a sleeping disorder that often goes unnoticed, given the difficulty in spotting symptoms. What should you do if you think you may have bruxism? To help answer that question, ask yourself the following: - Look for indentations and irregular markings on your tongue. - Look for damage on your... read more »

Are you looking for the flawless smile? Cleaning your teeth should be a task that everyone undertakes in order to preserve a happy smile with optimum oral health. Likewise, if you do not clean your orthodontic treatments, including your braces, they will not be able to function or serve you correctly. Listed below are some amazing questions and answers regarding... read more »

You probably know that there are a number of things you should do if you’re interested in keeping your child’s teeth healthy and strong. You may know also know that brushing and flossing your little one’s teeth is important. The truth is, if you don’t care for their teeth well, your child could face a number of problems, including tooth... read more »

At Family Dental of Lincoln Nidal Obeid and our team want our patients in Chicago, Illinois, to know just how important their smile is. Your healthy smile is made up of various parts working together, your teeth, gums, cheeks, tongue, throat, and even saliva production all come together to deliver your confident smile. To help you appreciate your teeth this... read more »