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Why You Should Avoid Energy and Sports Drinks
posted: Nov. 09, 2021.

In a world where everything moves so quickly and teens and young adults find themselves pulling “all-nighters” or working long hours, energy drinks have grabbed the spotlight. You’ll have one Read more
Top Five Things to Keep Your Dentist Smiling
posted: Nov. 02, 2021.

Come say hello twice a year. The American Dental Association says two times is the charm. Multiple visits a year lets us keep an eye out for any developing issues. Read more
The Intriguing History of Halloween
posted: Oct. 26, 2021.

Halloween is fast approaching, and the doctor wanted to be sure to wish our patients a happy day, no matter how you might celebrate this holiday. The Halloween that is Read more
Love your new smile? Tell us about it!
posted: Oct. 19, 2021.

At Jackson Family Dentistry, we have been creating beautiful smiles for years. Whether you have visited the doctor and our team for a week or for your entire life, we Read more
Dental Emergencies while Traveling
posted: Oct. 12, 2021.

You’ve planned your dream vacation. Your reservations are made. You’re packed and ready. You’ve even scheduled a dental checkup at our Downers Grove, Illinois office to make sure you catch Read more
What's on your fall reading list?
posted: Oct. 05, 2021.

How better to spend the fall months than inside by the fireplace with a warm cup of cider and a book in hand? the doctor and our team at Jackson Read more
Avoid Brushing After Every Single Meal!
posted: Sep. 28, 2021.

Here is some surprising yet worthwhile advice you might be hearing for the first time: Brushing after a meal can be incredibly bad for your teeth if you do it Read more
Chipped Your Tooth? Now What?
posted: Sep. 21, 2021.

Accidents happen. Next time you’ll wear your mouthguard when you skateboard, never use your teeth to open anything, and carefully step away from your grandmother’s hard candy dish. But what Read more
Dental Appliances for Sleep Apnea
posted: Sep. 17, 2021.

If you are looking for Sleep Apnea treatment in Downers Grove, IL, visit Jackson Family Dentistry today. Dr. Eric Jackson and Dr. Jeffrey Wascher can help fit you for dental Read more
Is Invisalign Right For Me?
posted: Sep. 15, 2021.

Invisalign orthodontic treatment in Downers Grove, IL, can give you a great smile. Do you think about how nice it would be to have a straight smile? If so, Invisalign is Read more
How to Handle a Dental Emergency
posted: Sep. 14, 2021.

Whether it’s a broken tooth or injured gums, a dental emergency can interfere with eating, speaking, or other day-to-day activities. According to the American Dental Association , you can sometimes Read more
What was your favorite part of summer?
posted: Sep. 07, 2021.

It's the end of summer, and fall is just around the corner. Soon the temperatures will cool down, the leaves will start to change, and the doctor and our team Read more
Happy Labor Day!
posted: Aug. 31, 2021.

Labor Day is upon us, and that means the non-official end to summer. Before the kids head back to school and temperatures start to cool down, this is your last Read more
Three Must-Have Dental Treatments
posted: Aug. 24, 2021.

In dentistry, there are a wide variety of treatments, everything from elective procedures to those that are necessary and potentially lifesaving. So given the slew of treatment options, how do Read more
Top Five Best Foods for Oral Health
posted: Aug. 17, 2021.

Some foods are just terrible for your teeth — think cookies and candy bars — but there are certain foods that are beneficial to your oral health. Below, the doctor Read more
What are dental crowns?
posted: Aug. 10, 2021.

A dental crown is often called a “cap.” A dental crown covers all of the visible parts of the tooth and has many functions and reasons for placement. There are several Read more