by Dr. Peter Tomaselli | Jul 6, 2015 | General
Periodontal disease is another name for gum disease, and it’s more common than you might think. It is an infection of the tissue surrounding your teeth. Studies suggest that over half of Americans over the age of thirty have some form of periodontal disease, due to a...
by Dr. Peter Tomaselli | Jul 1, 2015 | General
Here at Chicago Smile Design, we would like you to help you keep your teeth healthy for life. One of the largest factors that contributes to dental problems is diet. Sugar, in particular, is a major factor that leads to tooth decay, along with a series of other health...
by Dr. Peter Tomaselli | Jun 22, 2015 | General
Our business at Chicago Smile Design is making the most of your smile. But why is it that we dedicate our lives to improving smiles? What is it about a smile that is so important? Here’s a list of seven reasons why smiling just might be the most important thing you do...
by Dr. Peter Tomaselli | Jun 15, 2015 | General
Sweet summertime has finally arrived! All that sunshine and warm weather means plenty of outdoor activities, vacations, and of course, ice cream! Make sure while having all that summer fun that you keep oral hygiene in the back of your mind. Here are some reminders...
by Dr. Peter Tomaselli | Jun 9, 2015 | General
Odontophobia [ō dän′tō-fō′bē ə] noun Odontophobia (aka dental fear, dental phobia, dentophobia, dentist phobia, and dental anxiety) is the fear of dentistry and of receiving dental care. It is estimated that nearly 15% of all Americans avoid going to the dentist...
