If you’re missing one or more teeth, it’s time to consider your tooth-replacement options. This is important because if you fail to replace your missing teeth, there is a chance you could suffer impacted self-esteem, the inhibited ability to chew and speak, and orthodontic issues. So, to help you know your options for preventing these issues and filling the gaps... read more »

Do you know what causes sensitive teeth? Sadly, there are many reasons you could be coping with this problem, and there may not always be anything you can do to treat this problem—though there are solutions you can try. Still, do you know exactly why your teeth could be sensitive? There are several layers to each of your teeth, including... read more »

If you are looking to upgrade or enhance any damaged or unsightly teeth you may have, consider the benefits that CEREC® dental crowns can provide. Not only are they extremely durable, but they can protect a tooth from further damage such as tooth decay. In addition, if the tooth has been worn down, it may be ineffective at chewing or... read more »

The microscopic textures of your tooth enamel can trap small staining particles from dark foods, beverages and tobacco. If these surface stains are not removed on a daily basis, they will inevitably start to penetrate deeper and deeper into your tooth enamel. If your smile suffers from moderate to deep stains, the whitening products sold on store shelves will not... read more »

The whole point of visiting Dr. Christopher Pavletic at Trine Dental Group in Orland Park, Illinois, is to ensure that your teeth are in the best shape possible. Sadly, we can’t all keep our teeth in perfect health, and most people will end up with a cavity at some point in their life. So if you have your first cavity,... read more »

Do you have any missing teeth or teeth due for an extraction? If so, worry not because dental bridges can restore your smile. Dental bridges replace missing teeth with artificial enhancements that can “bridge” the space from where one or more teeth once were. You can once again retain your oral abilities nearly identical to their optimum levels of speaking... read more »

In some cases, a tooth that has been extracted or lost to severe tooth decay can be replaced by a dental bridge. However, when a back molar is lost, there is no second corresponding tooth to effectively anchor a bridge. In a case like this, your dentist, Dr. Christopher Pavletic, will often recommend replacing the missing molar with a dental... read more »

Do you ever wonder how to clean your child’s smile? If so, our Trine Dental Group dental team is happy to help you! It’s important to help your child have a strong and successful oral health—just like you. So, to help you clean your child’s teeth on a regular basis, we encourage you to do the following things: Step 1:... read more »

Using only high-quality oral hygiene products is essential for maintaining good, long-term oral health. Unfortunately, many manufacturers will employ invasive marketing claims to over emphasize the quality of products that only have cosmetic value. In response to this problem, the American Dental Association instituted their Seal of Acceptance program. Since its inception in 1931, it has become the industry standard... read more »

Every year, millions of Americans struggle with stained teeth. While this is often caused by dark foods and beverages, the natural processes of aging and regular tobacco use can also cause stubborn stains in tooth enamel. Once stains have set in, they can be very hard to remove. If you’ve been struggling with staining issues on the teeth in your... read more »