If you’re an older adult, an athlete or you grind your teeth in your sleep, you could be more at risk for a chipped or lost tooth. Dr. Saba Sheikh explains precisely what you should do if you are in one of these situations. What to Do If You Chipped a Tooth Some people are more […]
Apple Maps: Get to Our Office With a Quick Update
If you use Apple Maps on your iPhone to get to our Palos Heights Family Dental, but you don’t see our new address at 6446 W. 127th Street, Suite #1 in the app, you may need to complete a manual update. You can do so by clearing the app’s location history. Keep reading for a […]
Gum Disease and its Connection to Your Overall Health
September is National Gum Care Month. Let’s explore how your gums are an important indicator of your health status and also learn ways to avoid gum disease. How Gum Disease Occurs Poor gum health and many chronic diseases are connected, according to various studies. Take a closer look in the mirror and the sink the […]
Celebrate National Tooth Fairy Day on August 22
How did you lose your first tooth as a kid? Did you tie a string around it and pull it out on your own? What about the tooth fairy—were you so excited? You might be wondering what this trip down memory lane is all about. August 22 is National Tooth Fairy Day! Let’s learn more […]
Dental Check-Ups Before School Check-Ins
Shopping for school gear and physicals at your kids’ primary care physician’s office shouldn’t be the only thing on your back-to-school to-do list. It’s also a great time to schedule dental check-ups for your kids. Here in Illinois, the State Board of Education requires all students in kindergarten and second, sixth and ninth grades to […]
What You Should Know About Calcium
Calcium is an essential mineral for our bodies. There are many benefits, but there are also many myths about it as well. Let’s explore both. Exploring the Benefits of Calcium Calcium helps to strengthen our teeth and bones and helps your heart, nerves, and muscles function correctly. According to the Mayo Clinic, children who don’t […]
Healthy Ideas for Stocking the Dorm Fridge
Click on the image to open a PDF version of the infographic. Feed Your Brain and Body for Going Back to Campus with a Compact Fridge Full of Good Ideas Having healthy essentials on hand provides a foundation of nutrients that will pay off in the classroom, on the scale, and in the dentist’s office! […]
Dental Health During Pregnancy and Beyond
The Role of Hormones in Women’s Dental Health By now, we should all know how important dental health is to overall health. We talk about it often, and it’s true for everyone. But we get specific questions from our patients about dental care during pregnancy and special considerations about women’s dental health. These are fair […]
Smart Dental Offices Go Digital
Digital Office Patient Experience and Administration Technologies You can find updated technology everywhere in our Palos Heights and Romeoville offices. So far, we’ve focused on technology for dental procedures, including leading technologies like electric drills, digital x-ray imaging, and even same-day crowns. We invest in these proven technologies to make your experience more comfortable and […]
A New Home for Palos Heights Family Dental
We’ve Moved to Our Newly Renovated State-of-the-Art Office We have officially moved in and opened the doors to our new home in Palos Heights, now located at 6446 West 127th Street, Suite #1. Palos Heights Family Dental is just down the street from our previous College Drive location, but it’s twice as big and freshly […]