Beware of Acid Erosion
Acid erosion is a common problem that Dr. Fiss sees in his new patients. Many foods and drinks we consume are acidic in nature and erode tooth enamel. While you may not be able to see the effects of acid erosion, you could be experiencing it if your teeth are weak, thin, transparent, yellow, or […]
Read MoreThe Snoring Solution: Thornton Adjustable Positioner (TAP)
Relieve Snoring and Sleep Apnea in Chicago Whether soft and relatively quiet or loud and obnoxious, nobody likes to learn upon waking that they’ve been snoring in their partner’s ear. This noisy breathing is generally caused by the relaxation of the muscles in the throat and mouth during sleep or a mispositioned jaw caused by […]
Read MoreRelieve Dental Anxiety
For many people, those six-month dental checkups are viewed as a chore, a hassle to be endured for healthy teeth. For others, the mere idea of the dentist creates feelings of anxiety and fear. Some people rationalize that fear, while others allow it to overwhelm them. In severe cases, people let dental anxiety keep them […]
Read MoreThe Importance of Oral Cancer Detection
Breast cancer and skin cancer are probably two of the most highly publicized cancers. Every year they claim tens of thousands of lives. However, with the focus on these deadly cancers, people are rarely informed about the probability of other cancers. The danger of voiceless cancers is that people usually don’t understand the need to […]
Read MoreSaliva: The Unsung Hero of Oral Health
We all know how important it is to brush and floss our teeth to keep them pearly white. It’s believed that cleaning the teeth will keep the bacteria away, but what few people realize is there is another heavy hitter at play fighting for the mouth’s health: saliva. Many people fail to realize that their […]
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