We all want our best and brightest smiles, and today there are many options we can explore at home to make those beautiful smiles a reality. Whether it’s healthy habits,
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DIY Teeth Whitening
updated: Mar. 28, 2023
We all want our best and brightest smiles, and today there are many options we can explore at home to make those beautiful smiles a reality. Whether it’s healthy habits,
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The Benefits of a Bright Smile
updated: Mar. 21, 2023
Having a nice, bright smile can affect the way you look, and in turn, improve how you feel about yourself. With the help of the doctor to provide you with
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Go Green for St. Patrick’s Day
updated: Mar. 14, 2023
Millions of people, around Mount Prospect, Illinois and beyond, wear green on St. Patrick’s Day so they can show their spirit for the holiday and avoid getting pinched. While it
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Are your teeth ready for the big day?
updated: Mar. 07, 2023
Capturing the Moment
At George Mui, DDS, Ltd. Gentle Dental Care we know that just about anyone who has taken on the challenge of planning her own wedding could tell you
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Can I use mouthwash instead of flossing?
updated: Feb. 28, 2023
While mouthwash goes a long way in improving your oral care, it is not a substitute for flossing. Mouthwashes and flossing provide different benefits that you should understand.
Mouthwash Benefits
Mouthwash comes
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Common Emergency Visits: From lost fillings to broken dentures
updated: Feb. 21, 2023
You never know when you're going to experience a dental emergency, but if you do, it should give you peace of mind to know that emergency dental care is available
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The Origins of Valentine's Day
updated: Feb. 14, 2023
When we think of Valentine’s Day, we think of cards, flowers, and chocolates. We think of girlfriends celebrating being single together and couples celebrating their relationship. We think of all
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Help! My gums hurt when I floss!
updated: Feb. 07, 2023
By no stretch is it rare for your gums to hurt during and after flossing. Even some bleeding is to be expected. This is especially true if you have not
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Tooth Discoloration: Common causes and what you can do to stop it
updated: Jan. 31, 2023
Looking back at childhood photos, you may notice picture after picture of yourself with a mouthful of shiny white teeth. When you look in the mirror today, you wonder what
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Should You Get Dental Veneers?
updated: Jan. 24, 2023
Dental veneers are a popular treatment to improve the appearance of your smile. the doctor and our team want to help you understand whether this dental option is right for
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What do I do if I fall and loosen my teeth?
updated: Jan. 17, 2023
Although teeth are strong enough to tear through food, they are also fragile. An accident such as a fall may loosen teeth or knock a tooth out entirely. When a
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Regular Cleanings Lead to Healthier Mouths and Bodies
updated: Jan. 10, 2023
The American Dental Association and dentists everywhere, including our own the doctor recommend that you schedule an appointment every six months for a cleaning and checkup. Despite this universal recommendation
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Five Things You Didn't Know About Cavities
updated: Jan. 03, 2023
Most people know when they have a cavity—they can either see it on their tooth or... ouch! They can feel it! But there are certain things that many of our
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It's a Wrap: Ending the year with a smile!
updated: Dec. 27, 2022
People have been ushering in the New Year for centuries but it became an official holiday in 1582 when Pope George XIII declared January 1st to be the day on
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Are you a candidate for dental implants?
updated: Dec. 20, 2022
When you are missing teeth, it is critical to replace them. Without all your teeth, chewing and eating can be challenging, as well as uncomfortable. Missing teeth can also destabilize
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Broken Tooth: Is It an emergency or not?
updated: Dec. 13, 2022
Have you ever had that sinking feeling after biting into something soft and chewy and feeling something hard and crunchy instead? You’ve chipped or broken a tooth, but what should
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