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 »

Is there a particular dental treatment you’re interested in avoiding? If so, what is it? If you thought of root canal therapy, you’re not alone--but did you know that there are several misconceptions about this treatment? For instance, have you been told that root canal therapy is a painful treatment? If so, we have good news: most patients who have... 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 »