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Wittmus uses dentistry as a force for good Elena Ferrarin September 19, 2023 Onori, Profiles Jeffrey Wittmus has no doubt about his purpose: to improve other people’s lives with his gift for dentistry. “What I do is heal people, and I’ve never stopped trying to master that healing ability,” the Chicago dentist says. “I love being able to…

Diode Lasers for Gum Disease Treatment

Laser technology is utilized across many medical and dental settings. The advantages of using dental lasers, specifically diode lasers, affords us the opportunity to bring a non-surgical option to patients to kill bacteria pre-procedurally in the sulcus for decontamination as well as an adjunct to periodontal therapy. This laser-assisted scaling and root planing allows us…

Zirconia Implants

Zirconia implants are a holistic, metal free, and aesthetic option for replacing missing teeth. It is an excellent option for those with known metal allergies or sensitivities. Zirconia, or zirconium oxide, contains metal atoms but is not a metal- it is actually ceramic! Zirconia has the combined benefit of the biocompatible characteristics of ceramic with...

Everything You Want To Know About Toothpaste

We receive a lot of questions about toothpaste. There are a record number of different toothpastes on store shelves, each claiming varying dental benefits for teeth and gums. All of those ingredients that you cannot pronounce can be confusing. I have actively studied toothpastes since 1992. As an emergency room dentist on call back then,…

How Your Stress is Affecting Your Teeth

Did you know that your teeth know you’re stressed? Stress triggers a clenching or teeth grinding response called bruxism. Stressful events can trigger overuse of muscles of the jaw, causing you to clench your teeth, or to slide them back and forth over each other. Bruxism can occur during sleep or while you are awake….

Importance of Oral Health in COVID-19 Era

Are you overdue for your dental wellness exam and cleaning? Have you been too preoccupied to schedule an appointment? While we understand that everyone is doing their best in this unprecedented time, you may want to rethink putting off scheduling or postponing your appointment. A case study published on January 18, 2021 by the Journal…

Mask Mouth

“Mask Mouth” is real! Increased carbon dioxide and decreased oxygen promotes anaerobic bacteria which is the most destructive type of pathogen for periodontal disease and cavities. When the oral pH is low, from GERD, for example, it’s twice as bad. Since hindsight is 2020 let’s revisit some basics heading into 2021. The buildup of bacteria…

Nupro Freedom Prophy System

Safety is our top priority! We want all of our grateful patients to know about our safety measures. We are proud to have the Nupro Freedom Prophy System, the safest method to polish teeth in our industry!   The CDC guidelines state that “dental handpieces and associated attachments should always be heat sterilized between patients.”…

Non-Surgical Periodontal Therapy Options

Grateful Dental treats gum disease using many non-surgical treatments, including but not limited to deep cleanings, diode lasers, antibacterial mouth rinses and Arestin.  We also recommend an all-natural gel called AO ProVantage Gel by Periosciences. This aqueous gel can be applied after your proper oral hygiene routine.  It is best used following the use of…

What is Sleep Apnea?

Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) has become the hot topic of concern for public health. A study by the Institute of Medicine reports that 50 to 70 million Americans suffer from disorders of sleep and wakefulness. The effects of sleep loss have been associated with increased risk of hypertension, diabetes, obesity, depression, heart attack, and stroke….