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How Many Cavities Are Too Many? What Your Teeth Are Telling You
Research shows that 90% of people between the ages of 20 and 64 have had at least one cavity, and the prevalence of cavities increases with age. Developing a cavity, or even two, between six-month checkups isn’t alarming. However, if you’re seeing...
Why Gum Recession Happens—and How Your Homewood Dentist Can Help
Pop Quiz: What role do our gums play in oral health? We rarely think about the gum tissue in our mouth unless it’s hurting, bleeding, or swollen. However, gum tissue is vital to oral health. It works in tandem with tooth sockets in the jawbone and...
Your Guide to Straightening Teeth: Braces, Clear Aligners, and Cosmetic Alternatives
How would you feel if you looked at your reflection and for the first time in your life, your pearly whites were straight, even, and beautiful? Would it make you want to smile? Would you feel more confident? The answer is yes on both counts....
The Modern Smile Makeover: Clear Aligners with Your Dentist in Homewood
YOLO, right? You only live once, so why not invest in straighter teeth and a more attractive smile? After all, your eyes and smile are the first traits people notice upon meeting you. Also, multiple surveys report that having a nice smile can...
TMJ Dysfunction: Symptoms & Treatment
Just below your ears, your lower jaw (mandible) connects to your skull’s temporal bone, forming joints. Called temporomandibular joints, or TMJs, they allow the mandible to open and close the mouth, and to move from side to side. A small disc...
Why Do I Fear Going to The Dentist?
Fear can be inhibiting, if not debilitating. However, if you experience dental fear, phobia, or anxiety, you may be able to overcome these feelings under the care of a compassionate, understanding, gentle dentist who believes that dental fear is...
Is There Such a Thing as a Bad Dentist?
In every profession, we come across people who are not good at their job. Unfortunately, the same is true in dentistry. If you’ve experienced a bad dentist, you may have developed a distaste for visiting the dentist at all–any dentist. In some...
Family & Implant Dentist in Homewood Accepting New Patients
Are you searching for a dentist in Homewood to provide tech-savvy, compassionate care for your whole family? Look no further! At Signature Smile Arts of Homewood, you and your loved ones will experience a welcoming, uplifting atmosphere that’s sure...
Is It Normal for My Teeth to Feel Weak?
Have you ever asked yourself, “Is it normal for my teeth to feel weak?” Lots of patients bring up this concern when visiting our dentist in Homewood, IL. While it’s a common feeling, it’s not something you should ignore. Never wait until your teeth...
How Often Should I Visit the Dentist to Maintain a Healthy Smile?
If you’ve ever asked, “How often should I visit the dentist to maintain a healthy smile?” you’re not alone! Many patients ask this when they visit our dentist in Homewood, IL, and the answer may surprise you. Evidence suggests that twice-yearly...
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