Losing a child’s first baby tooth can be one of the most magical times of childhood. For many, it means a visit from the Tooth Fairy is near. This mythical fairy is believed to have begun in the United States in the early 1900s and has been a beloved tradition ever since. Barring the unexpected, children typically begin to lose... read more »

Our dentists are pleased to provide wisdom teeth removal for our patients in Chicago, Illinois. As your last four teeth to come through (out of 32 permanent teeth) they sometimes have difficulty erupting just because there isn't sufficient room to let them come through. Should this occur, you are experiencing an impaction. Sometimes these impacted wisdom teeth display signs of... read more »

Don't let tooth decay go untreated in your smile. When tooth decay sets in, it attacks your pearly whites and invites the formation of cavities. Cavities arise when oral bacteria feed on sugary foods (and drinks) to create acids. This acidic residue combines with bacteria, food particles, and saliva, in the mouth to form a sticky film known as plaque. As... read more »

If you are unaware of what baby bottle tooth decay is, it is an oral health condition in children caused by the breakdown of their teeth, often caused by sugary sweets found in baby bottles. Fortunately, with effective oral health care, you can protect your child’s smile from the risk of baby bottle tooth decay. Always make sure to never... read more »

As you get older, there are a few things you should do to keep your teeth healthy and strong. You see, several factors can actually influence your oral health, and as you get older, you’ll be more likely to deal with these problems. Fortunately, there are several symptoms you can watch for and a few steps you might need to... 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 »

Thanks to modern technological advances, Dr. Nidal Obeid and our team at Family Dental of Lincoln in Chicago, Illinois, employ digital radiography, also known as digital X-rays, to see exactly what is happening in your mouth. Our goal is to find and treat problems early on when they require the least invasive treatment option to remedy. We take digital X-rays... read more »