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Atrium Family Dental Helps Increase Literacy Rates in America

November 18, 2014

The staff at Atrium Family dental recently attended the MGE Management Experts Benefit Dinner on May 30 in St. Petersburg, FL. We were joined by government officials, community leaders, and leading dental professionals to raise money to provide books for the Improving Youth Literacy Campaign in support of the Boys and Girls Clubs and Youth Programs across America.

We love getting involved with amazing and interesting causes and this one really touched our hearts because it increases literacy in children, something that is very important. It’s shocking to discover the literacy rates across the country and the millions of children and families it affects. If we can do just one little thing to help improve reading in children, we’re happy. After all, it helps to bond families, aids in educational learning, and is a great pastime for many.
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There are so many…which toothpaste should you buy?

Filed under: Children's Dentistry,General Dentistry,Health — atriumfamily @ 1:56 am

Did you notice that the aisle in the store with toothpaste and tooth related products seems to be growing every year? On average, we are bombarded with up to 750 marketing messages from brands each day. Every one of these brands are vying for our attention, approval, and convince us that their product is the one we need to buy. It can be immense. So how do we do choose? We can’t help you with what type of coffee to buy or what laundry detergent to use, but we can guide you on choosing the correct toothpaste.

The issue with a lot of these products is that they all are promising something different or in some cases promising everything! With so many types, brands and flavors, we thought it would make sense to help some and break it down. Here are quick tips of what to look for when you are lost in the toothpaste selection process.
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A Healthy Heart: Taking Care of your Oral Health

October 23, 2014

Filed under: Health — Tags: Atrium Family Dental, dental health, healthy heart, heart disease, new lenox dental clinic, new lenox dentist, oral health — atriumfamily @ 4:23 pm

Heart disease is the number one cause of death, but did you know that the state of your oral health and your chances of heart disease are linked? The oral health care professionals at Atrium Family Dental in New Lenox want to give you all the facts so you can take preventative measures against heart disease and live a happy, healthy life.

Researchers are finding a common thread between oral health and general health; since your mouth can show the first signs of poor nutrition, many dangerous health problems such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, arthritis can be discovered–and treated–early, so book your appointment at Atrium Family Dental as soon as possible.
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Admin Things To Know About Dental Insurance

October 10, 2014

Filed under: Other — atriumfamily @ 1:54 am

Our office is here to help our patients in every aspect of their dental health and many times insurance is a big part of the puzzle for most patients. Unfortunately most patients think dental insurance is like medical insurance but unfortunately it is not. Medical insurance is there to cover or significantly help to cover the cost of medical care but dental insurance is not. Dental insurance is more like assistance but it gets frustrating to patients when they find out their dental insurance does not cover all their dental costs. We understand that and therefore wanted to point out a few things you can to to make your insurance work for you.
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Want a Healthy Smile? Try These Foods for Healthy Teeth and Gums

September 25, 2014

Filed under: Health — atriumfamily @ 5:17 pm

You may not think it, but certain foods are vital in maintaining your oral health. The dentistry team at Atrium Family Dental in New Lenox want to make sure you’re eating the right things for maintaining healthy teeth and gums.

First of all, it is important to eat fruits and veggies because they contain nutrients for your gums. Calcium that comes from milk products also helps prevent tooth loss and promotes bone growth.
Cheese is another great fighter of cavities, thanks to the calcium and phosphorus, which helps to eliminate plaque. Cheese also encourages saliva production which washes away food bits on your teeth. Protein and fat found in cheese stops cavities, so enjoy a slice of cheese or two after a meal to help maintain the best oral health possible.
Furthermore, high-protein foods, which include nuts, eggs, meat, poultry and fish, are easy and delicious snacks that will strengthen the state of your teeth. Here’s a great healthy teeth tip: drink a glass of milk with a sugary treat, it can help to reduce cavities.
You may also be surprised to hear that chocolate milk does not typically cause cavities. Because it is a liquid, the sugar from chocolate milk doesn’t stay in the mouth long enough to cling to your teeth. Cocoa and several nutrients in milk are cavity fighting agents, so the sugar content in chocolate milk won’t affect your teeth.
Sugar isn’t the only culprit when it comes to cavities – acids found in pickles, citrus fruits, and colas can cause tooth decay and erode enamel. Sour candies are the worst kind of food because they are both a sugar and an acid.

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