If you are looking for details on dentures, then you are in the right place! Dentures are a very successful form of smile restoration for people who have lost multiple teeth. Furthermore, dentures are known to help you talk and chew appropriately after severe tooth loss, so you can keep living your life comfortably. At Lincoln Park Dental Associates, our... read more »

Using mouthwash can often feel redundant. What can it do that brushing and flossing doesn’t? Well, the truth is that mouthwash can do a quite a lot to help your brushing and flossing habits have an even greater impact for the better on your teeth and oral health. Mouthwash use and oral health go hand-in-hand. What’s key is understanding what... read more »

Tooth hazards are a serious health risk that can destroy your smile as you age. Although microscopic damage is a known risk factor for your oral health, oftentimes, lifestyle choices and products that we are surrounded by in our daily lives can damage our teeth just the same. To ensure your teeth can continue to thrive, make sure you're practicing... read more »

If you want to correct the alignment of your teeth, then try Invisalign®! Invisalign has many benefits and works well for people who want to adjust their smile discreetly. Because of their success, Invisalign has become a popular form of orthodontic treatment. Here at Lincoln Park Dental Associates, in Chicago, Illinois, our dentist, Dr. Theodore Gehrig, cares about your oral... read more »

With cold and flu season upon us, now is more important than ever to focus on your smile since you may not feel like taking care of your teeth when you are sick. Even if you are extremely sick, brushing your teeth can help you feel better and will help with issues such as acid in the mouth from vomiting.... read more »

While cleanings and exams at the dentist are probably not high on your list, they are actually very important when it comes to your oral health. You need not think of them as inconveniences, because they help you avoid uncomfortable dental problems. A major way we can help you is by cleaning out plaque your toothbrush may have left behind.... read more »

Do you wish there was a way to stay calm and comfortable in the dental chair? If so, our dentist, Dr. Theodore Gehrig, is happy to grant your wish! There are things you can do to relieve your dental anxiety and dental nerves. These things can help you have a more relaxing and positive experience at Lincoln Park Dental Associates.... read more »

Watching what you eat isn't just good for your body but for your oral health as well. A balanced diet that gives you vitamins and minerals can help teeth and gums stay strong. The converse is also true, as the things you eat and drink can harm the teeth if you aren't careful. Let's look at the drinks you should... read more »

Brushing twice a day and flossing once a day are important. If you do not follow your basic oral hygiene routine, you could experience several consequences. One of the most common problems is tooth decay. If decay is not treated a cavity could develop that is too large to be repaired with a simple dental filling. To effectively treat a... read more »

Although you have been brushing your teeth for years, and probably with different types and flavors of toothpaste, you may not know how toothpaste came to be and how it’s evolved over the years. Today’s blog showcases the toothpaste’s origins, so please read. Ancient toothpaste dates to about the year 5000 B.C. when the Egyptians started using a paste to... read more »