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Atrium Family Dental of New Lenox Blog

Keep Your Smile Shining Bright this Summer

June 20, 2012

Filed under: Cosmetic Dentistry — atriumfamily @ 9:35 am

It’s the time of the season for summer vacation and summer sleep-away camps! Along with a bathing suit and sunscreen, make sure your children are packing their toothbrush and floss, and that you review with them the importance of maintaining good oral health habits.

With all the candy, chips and pop your children may be enjoying, it’s more important than ever that teeth are brushed for at least 2 minutes twice a day. If they can’t brush their teeth, let them know that drinking a tall glass of water after eating will do the trick–getting rid of harmful bacteria that can lead to cavities.
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Bad Breath? Freshen Up with These Quick Tips from Your Dentist

June 14, 2012

Filed under: General Dentistry,Health — Tags: , — atriumfamily @ 3:00 am

Whether you’re in a business meeting or a lunch date, halitosis or bad breath can ruin your whole day and your fabulous first impression. However, with these tips from your dentist at Atrium Family Dental, you can quickly fix your bad breath and get back to business – social or professional.

Reach for the Lemon Water 

Dry mouth is often the cause of bad breath so keep your mouth moist and hydrated to avoid bad breath altogether. Washing down bacteria with lemon juice and water can help minimize bad breath and get you smiling again.

Chew on This

Sugar-free gum offers almost instant relief from bad breath. If you’re not a fan of chewing, you can opt for breath strips or mints instead. For a completely natural remedy to bad breath, order a dish that’s garnished with ginger, basil, mint or parsley.
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Dry Mouth? Here’s What You Can Do!

June 7, 2012

Filed under: General Dentistry,Health — Tags: , — atriumfamily @ 12:57 pm

If you suffer from dry mouth – especially in the summer – your dentist at our New Lenox dental clinic has some valuable tips on what you can do to relieve your dry mouth symptoms and enjoy yourself, whatever the season!

Offer Yourself a Mint or Two

If you suffer from dry mouth, try a sugar-free mint, preferably one that has a strong and natural flavour such as spearmint. Mints should help encourage saliva production and as a bonus, you get minty-fresh breath!

Find Yourself a Tall Drink of Water 

Water is excellent for promoting saliva production and has myriad excellent benefits for your oral and overall health. If you find that your mouth is getting dry, make sure to always carry a water bottle with you and sip accordingly. Drinking plenty of water means that you won’t suffer from dehydration or a dry mouth during the summer.
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10 Great Things You Can Do With Toothpaste

May 31, 2012

Filed under: Health — Tags: , — atriumfamily @ 3:00 am

At Atrium Family Dental in New Lenox, IL, we recommend brushing your teeth with fluoride toothpaste for at least three minutes and at least twice a day as part of a healthy oral health care routine, but did you know you can also use toothpaste around the house?

Read on for the 10 things you can do with toothpaste – aside from achieving excellent oral health care:

  • Fix Insect Bites

Standard non-gel toothpaste can help relieve the itch from an insect bite and keep you from scratching at the site. Try it!

  • Sanitize Hands

In a pinch, toothpaste (and a little water) is a great hand sanitizer. As a bonus, if you’ve just chopped onions or garlic, you can neutralize the odour with a bit of toothpaste/water.
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Why Dental Extractions are Necessary

May 24, 2012

Filed under: Restorative Dentistry — Tags: — atriumfamily @ 3:00 am

Dental extractions (removing teeth) may be a necessary procedure to prevent tooth misalignment in the case of wisdom teeth or to maintain the health of your other teeth and gums. Extractions nowadays are relatively quick and painless, so if you suspect you have a tooth that might require removal, contact Atrium Family Dental in New Lenox, IL today to book an appointment.

If it isn’t practical or possible to repair a tooth, our team of dental experts at Atrium Family Dental in New Lenox, IL may be required to do a dental extraction. Teeth that are extremely damaged by cavities or extensively chipped/broken will generally be extracted if root canal therapy isn’t a viable option.
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