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St. Patrick's Day
posted: Mar. 15, 2022.

On March 17, everyone has a little Irish in them. St. Patrick’s Day is a joyous celebration of Irish heritage. The holiday originated as a commemoration of Saint Patrick, who Read more
The Importance of Baby Teeth
posted: Mar. 08, 2022.

the doctor and our team know it can be easy to underestimate the significance of baby teeth. At Dental Pointe, we sometimes meet parents who assume that since their child's Read more
Are your teeth ready for the big day?
posted: Mar. 01, 2022.

Capturing the Moment At Dental Pointe we know that just about anyone who has taken on the challenge of planning her own wedding could tell you how important the little details Read more
Heart Disease and Oral Health
posted: Feb. 22, 2022.

Is there a link between oral health and heart health? This is a question that has been receiving a lot of attention in recent studies. While as yet there is Read more
Safety of Dental X-Ray Radiation
posted: Feb. 15, 2022.

We all want to live our healthiest lives. We know that part of keeping ourselves healthy is regular visits to our NAPERVILLE, Illinois office for checkups and necessary dental work. Read more
The Transformation of Valentine's Day
posted: Feb. 08, 2022.

Did you know the actions leading to the beginnings of Valentine's Day were actually centered on the avoidance of war? A Catholic priest named Valentine defied the orders of the Read more
Heart Disease and Oral Health
posted: Feb. 01, 2022.

According to the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, more than 200 million Americans suffer from some degree of inflammation of the gums. Over the past decade, researchers have Read more
When do children usually lose their baby teeth?
posted: Jan. 25, 2022.

Many parents worry that their children’s teeth are not falling out on time. A lot of concerned parents want to know: When will my child lose his or her first Read more
What happens if I don’t have my wisdom teeth removed?
posted: Jan. 18, 2022.

One of the things the doctor and our team at Dental Pointe monitor during your dental appointments is the growth of your wisdom teeth, or third molars. Third molars generally Read more
What are dental crowns?
posted: Jan. 11, 2022.

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
Tooth Protection and Winter Sports
posted: Jan. 04, 2022.

Just because it’s cold out there doesn’t mean you’ll give up keeping fit and active! Winter is the season for some of our favorite team sporting activities, and when you’re Read more
It's a Wrap: Ending the year with a smile!
posted: Dec. 28, 2021.

People have been ushering in the New Year for centuries but it became an official holiday in 1582 when Pope George XIII declared January 1st to be the day on Read more
The Root of the Matter
posted: Dec. 21, 2021.

A strong, healthy smile is built on a strong, healthy foundation. Let’s take a moment to explore just what creates that foundation—your roots. The Root of the Matter The visible part of Read more
Do Dentists Offer Teeth Whitening?
posted: Dec. 15, 2021.

We can help you get that more radiant smile you’ve been looking for. Who says that you have to whiten your smile on your own? You absolutely can turn to over-the-counter Read more
What is a root canal?
posted: Dec. 14, 2021.

A root canal entails the removal of the nerve supply from a tooth. If you know the purpose of a root canal, the process may seem a little less intimidating. the Read more
Just What Is a Cavity, Anyway?
posted: Dec. 07, 2021.

So you might be wondering, just what are cavities? How do we get them? What do they do to our teeth? How can we prevent them? Let’s talk! Our teeth need Read more