Why would your gums need therapy? Dr. Lodding, your dentist serving Barrington IL, has seen first-hand the damage bacteria can cause once it sneaks below the gum line. It often goes undetected or ignored until severe gum and bone destruction (which may manifest as teeth suddenly falling out) makes its presence irrefutable. Why wait for the pain and loss before treating this insidious bacterium? How do you know if your gums need therapy? The most... Continue Reading
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What does our dental team in the Geneva area have to do with Superman and Kryptonite? Enamel (the protective coating on teeth) is the hardest substance in the human body. But just as Kryptonite weakened Superman's strength in his comic book adventures, enamel too has a nemesis that can lower it's resistance to defend itself and result in dental erosion. The culprit is the... Continue Reading
Dr. Lodding realizes that Oral Systemic Link may be a term that leaves question marks in many minds: What does it mean? Does it somehow affect me? Smile for Life Dental based in Elgin, Illinois always strives to keep you informed. The following is a breakdown of the term coined Oral Systemic Link and a meaningful explanation of why it should matter to you. Oral Systemic Link: “Oral” refers to the health of your teeth... Continue Reading
A stunning innovation known as dental implants gives Elgin area residents a fantastic alternative for replacing missing teeth! What do you know about dental implants? Dr. Lodding at Smile for Life Dental has discerned that many patients are reluctant to accept a procedure they're unfamiliar with, so let’s make it understandable! A natural tooth consists of two parts: the part you see above your gums (the crown) and the part you don’t see beneath the gums (the... Continue Reading
In elementary school, were you required to swish with fluoride treatments? Dr. Lodding’s experience as a dentist serving Geneva and area has confirmed for him just how important fluoride is in protecting dental health. Why? How do you obtain it? What exactly does fluoride do for you? Plaque is a sticky, clear film that’s constantly forming on your teeth. Each time you eat and drink sugary or starchy foods, the sugars and plaque mix together... Continue Reading
You're working away on your laptop when the calendar catches the corner of your eye. All at once it hits you that you have only got one month left to use the rest of your dental insurance for the year. You lunge for the phone to make an appointment with your dentist. St Charles IL area residents have... Continue Reading
Vast numbers of patients are journeying to find the holy grail of dental work. The Geneva area is where they are headed, or more specifically, to Elgin. Dr. Dean Lodding is a nationally known and expert dentist, and he is excited to help you with any dental work you need done. One example of great dentistry is the Zoom! Teeth Whitening. In only one visit to the office, you can have exceptionally white teeth without... Continue Reading
No one wants to lose a tooth. However, if because of poor oral hygiene, an injury to the jaw, or other causes, an extraction has been necessary, dental implants in Elgin may be the best option to regain your smile! Dental implants offer those who have lost their teeth a more aesthetic looking replacement that function like natural teeth. Dental implants can greatly... Continue Reading
“I hate my smile!”…have you said it? Maybe it’s the gap between your teeth or a lack of whiteness that has you scowling in the mirror. Whatever the reason, there’s a smile makeover in Elgin calling your name! A healthy, attractive smile is an important facet of life. It has an impact on your health, self-esteem, and relationships both professional and personal. Whether it’s the shape or color of your teeth, the gaps between or... Continue Reading
Why should you have to put up with gaps in your teeth, unsightly stains, or crooked teeth? By visiting Dr. Lodding, you will see if porcelain veneers in Elgin can successfully improve your smile. Porcelain Veneers, also known as dental veneers or laminates, are shells of porcelain that are bonded to the anterior (front) teeth in order to improve the look and even the function of your smile. Porcelain Veneers can correct uneven or crooked... Continue Reading
