Top-Notch Teeth Whitening That Lasts
During routine dental visits, many patients ask us about the difference between over-the-counter teeth whitening strips and in-office teeth whitening. Often, these patients have tried a variety of over-the-counter methods without experiencing the results they were hoping to achieve. In this article, we will discuss a few reasons why over-the-counter options are not very effective, […]
Read MoreHow to Treat Gum Disease
Gum disease, also called periodontal disease or gingivitis, is a very common, yet concerning, disease that affects over 64.7 million Americans over the age of 30, according to the American Academy of Periodontology. Studies have shown a strong link between gum disease and other inflammatory diseases, such as diabetes, heart disease, and rheumatoid arthritis. When […]
Read MoreWhat Causes Bleeding Gums?
In most cases, gums bleed because bacteria has set in and caused an infection known as gingivitis, or gum disease. According to the American Academy of Periodontology (AAP) about half of Americans older than 30 have it. The disease is typically caused by poor oral hygiene. When plaque is not adequately removed from the teeth […]
Read More2014 New Blog!
As we move forward into 2014, I am excited and compelled to start providing dental related articles to patients through my website. I have provided the Chicago area with general and cosmetic dental services for over 30 years, and I look forward to beginning this year with yet another means of educating and interacting with […]
Read MoreTalk of The Town
Congratulations are in order for the entire Benjamin S Fiss, DDS team for earning the Talk of the Town Customer Satisfaction Award once again in 2014!!! Congratulations on your Customer Satisfaction Award last year; we enjoyed working with you. We are honored to present you with the 2014 Talk of the Town Customer Satisfaction Award. […]
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