Dental Blog

If your mouth feels unusually dry during the cold months, you’re not imagining it—winter dry mouth is extremely common for patients in Evanston, IL. The combination of freezing temperatures, lake-effect wind, indoor heating, and changing habits around the holidays makes winter dry mouth much more noticeable this time of year. At Winning Smile Dental Group, … Continued

If you’re currently unhappy with the shade of your teeth, you aren’t alone—many patients these days suffer from tooth discoloration, which has created a large demand for teeth whitening products. But the fact is, even though all sorts of over-the-counter whitening products claim that they’ll whiten your teeth, nothing can beat the level of care … Continued

While unfortunate, a person can indeed be “too old” for certain activities. Someone, for example, may not have the youth needed to sprint. Others, meanwhile, might be too aged to handle major surgery. Even so, these sorts of limits don’t apply to cosmetic dentistry. You’re never too old to receive its many fine procedures! In … Continued

Have you ever lost a tooth as an adult? If so, you are not alone. According to the American College of Prosthodontics, an estimated 178 million Americans are missing at least one tooth. Moreover, tooth loss has been an issue for thousands of years. Fortunately, humans have always been incredibly innovative, and a gapped smile … Continued

No one ever expects to have a dental emergency, but it’s more common than you might realize. 1 in 6 Americans requires urgent attention from a dentist annually. If you need a dentist in a hurry, the last thing you need to be worried about is how you’re going to pay the bill. You don’t have … Continued

Invisalign was introduced in 1997 as an alternative to traditional braces. These aligners are made from sturdy plastic and move your teeth into a better position to close gaps and correct bite and alignment issues over several months or years. When it comes to orthodontics, patients tend to undergo treatment on both their top and … Continued

If you have a dental implant, chances are you’re pretty happy with it. After all, this restoration’s long-term success rate is over ninety-five percent! That said, you might be worried if it’s started to feel a bit sensitive. This symptom is naturally striking, as implants aren’t “real” teeth. Thankfully, your Evanston practice can explain whether your … Continued

So, you got your first pair of dentures from your dentist. That’s great news! Such prosthetics will restore your smile and improve your self-esteem as your tooth gaps are filled. Still, there’s a chance your new teeth will need a special cream to stay in place. Furthermore, using denture adhesive can get tricky, so it pays to … Continued

Cosmetic dentistry includes an array of procedures that focuses on improving the aesthetic qualities of your smile, like fixing damaged teeth, addressing discoloration or yellowing teeth, and even making your grin appear more symmetrical. Unfortunately, most cosmetic treatments aren’t covered by dental insurance because they aren’t deemed essential to maintaining your oral health. Read on the … Continued

Our gums are an important part of the mouth that helps keep our teeth in place. This is because they form a tight seal around the teeth. This also creates a barrier against bacteria. As you can imagine, receding gums are a sign that something isn’t right and leave your smile susceptible to harm. You … Continued