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Do You Have Periodontal Disease?
posted: Nov. 19, 2019.
Dental health isn’t limited to just the teeth. Taking care of your gums is essential as well. Unfortunately, gum disease, also known as periodontal disease, is a common problem affecting Read more -
How Root Canal Treatment Can Save Your Smile
posted: Nov. 19, 2019.
Root canal therapy provides an effective treatment when infection or inflammation threatens your tooth's overall structure. This therapy, performed by Drs. John, Sheila, and Frances Lynch of Lynch Dental Center Read more -
Crazy Little Thing Called... Hyperdontia?
posted: Nov. 13, 2019.
The movie Bohemian Rhapsody celebrates the iconic rock band Queen and its legendary lead vocalist, Freddie Mercury. But when we see pictures of the flamboyant singer, many fans both Read more -
Dental Care During Pregnancy is Safe and Essential
posted: Nov. 03, 2019.
When a woman learns she's pregnant, her first thought is often to do everything possible to protect the new life inside her. That may mean making lifestyle changes like Read more -
Don't Delay Seeing the Dentist If You Suspect Gum Recession
posted: Oct. 24, 2019.
Calling someone "long in the tooth" is an unflattering way of saying they're getting old. The phrase refers to the effects of gum recession, in which the gums pull Read more -
FAQs about Dental Implants
posted: Oct. 17, 2019.
Choosing dental implants to replace missing permanent teeth is one of the best decisions you can make for your dental health. Understanding how they work, however, is an important part Read more -
Implant Failure Is Rare, but Possible. Here Are a Few Ways to Avoid It
posted: Oct. 14, 2019.
Dental implants are all the rage—and for good reason: They’re incredibly “tooth-like,” both in appearance and function. They also have a stunningly high success rate: More than 95% of Read more -
Why Alfonso Ribeiro Is Grateful for Root Canal Treatment
posted: Oct. 04, 2019.
As the host of America's Funniest Home Videos on ABC TV, Alfonso Ribeiro has witnessed plenty of unintentional physical comedy…or, as he puts it in an interview with Dear Read more -
How Veneers Can Help Improve Your Smile
posted: Sep. 25, 2019.
It’s pretty rare for someone to be born with a perfect smile. Everything from chips to discolorations can happen at any time. As a result, you may be feeling less Read more -
Four Reasons Why Your Gums Deserve Your Care
posted: Sep. 24, 2019.
While teeth often seem to be the main focus of dental care, there’s another part of your mouth that deserves almost as much attention—your gums. Neglect them and you Read more -
Dental Sealants Give Children an Added Boost Against Tooth Decay
posted: Sep. 14, 2019.
Although adults are more prone to dental disease, children aren't immune from one particular infection, tooth decay. Some children, in fact, are at higher risk for an aggressive form Read more -
The Digital Revolution Is Transforming Implant Therapy
posted: Sep. 04, 2019.
Compared to other dental restorations—a few of which have been around for over a century—implants are a relatively recent development. But even though it's just now entering its fourth Read more -
Fan of Superhero Film Black Panther Breaks Steel Wire...with Her Mouth!
posted: Aug. 25, 2019.
Some moviegoers have been known to crunch popcorn, bite their fingers or grab their neighbor’s hands during the intense scenes of a thriller. But for one fan, the on-screen Read more -
The Benefits of Tooth-Colored Fillings
posted: Aug. 22, 2019.
If our dentists Dr. John Lynch, Dr. Sheila Lynch, and Dr. Frances Lynch at Lynch Dental Center in River Forest, IL, and Chicago, IL, have found a cavity during your Read more -
Don't Let Summer Heat Increase Your Risk of Dental Disease
posted: Aug. 15, 2019.
In many parts of the country, summer is often a synonym for "blast furnace" and can be downright hot and miserable. If you find yourself in such a climate, Read more -
Don't Let Gum Disease Cut Short Your Implant's Service Life
posted: Aug. 05, 2019.
Among dental restorations, implants are the closest prosthetic we have to real teeth. They not only replace the visible crown, but the titanium post imbedded in the jawbone adequately Read more
