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My Bottom Teeth Are Pretty Straight; Can Invisalign Treat Only My Top Ones?

June 9, 2025

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Dentist shows patient clear aligner

Invisalign is a remarkable orthodontic alternative to traditional metal braces that straightens teeth using removable clear plastic aligners that are virtually invisible when worn. While this method is usually used to treat both the top and bottom teeth simultaneously, some patients may only need the treatment for their top set if the bottom one is in good alignment. Here’s a brief guide to how Invisalign works and when it may be appropriate to wear aligners only on the top teeth.

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Out with the Old, In with the New: A Guide to Changing Your Toothbrush

June 6, 2025

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Hand reaches for toothbrush

Your toothbrush is your primary weapon against the bacteria that cause tooth decay and gum disease, but it will wear down and accumulate unpleasant residues with age. Continuing to clean your teeth with an older toothbrush can lead to inadequate results and expose your mouth to infectious germs. Here’s a guide to why you should change your brush regularly as well as a few tips for choosing the best replacement.

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Do Root Canals Ever Cause Cancer?

May 10, 2025

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a patient before undergoing a root canal

If you’ve heard the rumor that root canals can cause cancer, you’re not alone; unfortunately, this is a myth that continues to circulate, leaving many people feeling anxious whenever they hear the procedure even mentioned. However, modern science, technology, and extensive research have all proven that root canal therapy is both safe and effective—and usually certain to address the root of a tooth infection, all without causing cancer or increasing a patient’s risk! Here’s what you need to know.

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Invisalign May Be Comfortable, But Does it Affect Speech?

May 5, 2025

Filed under: Uncategorized — atriumfamily @ 7:48 pm
Patient inserting Invisalign aligner

Invisalign became a popular choice for orthodontic treatment pretty much as soon as it hit the market. It’s not hard to see why – these clear aligners boast a comfortable straightening process, near-invisible aesthetics, and a removability feature that enables patients to stick to their regular diets.

Maybe you’re wondering what the “catch” is, or maybe you’re simply familiar with how mouthguards and other similar appliances fit in your mouth. Either way, there’s a big question on your mind: will Invisalign affect the way you talk? Keep reading to find out!

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Do You Need a Root Canal If Your Tooth Stops Hurting?

April 15, 2025

Filed under: Uncategorized — atriumfamily @ 11:13 am
A woman undergoing a root canal

If you’re like most people, the main reason you’d get a root canal is to ease your toothache. Why bother with this treatment unless it relieves your sore mouth? However, you may still need a root canal even if your tooth stops hurting; the procedure has uses aside from pain relief. Your New Lenox dentist will even explain the details behind this claim. So, here’s why a root canal could be necessary when you aren’t in pain.

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