by Dr. Brown, DDS | Apr 21, 2023 | Emergency Dentistry
Dental emergencies can happen to anyone at any time. Knowing the signs of an emergency can help you get prompt treatment, potentially saving your tooth and preventing further damage. But, if you aren’t aware of the subtle signs, then you may not know to seek emergency...
by Dr. Brown, DDS | Apr 14, 2023 | Sleep Apnea
Sleep apnea, teeth grinding, and other orofacial myofunctional disorders can all affect our oral and overall health. Luckily, there are plenty of restorative and cosmetic treatment options (like personalized sleep appliances) to help patients get improved oral health...
by Dr. Brown, DDS | Apr 7, 2023 | Sedation Dentistry
Going to the dentist can be a stressful experience for many people. Whether it’s the sound of the drill or the fear of pain, dental anxiety can cause patients to avoid important dental treatments. Fortunately, sedation dentistry with our dentist in Naperville, IL, can...
by Dr. Brown, DDS | Mar 28, 2023 | General Dentistry
Would a mouthguard help you? In today’s blog Dr. Thomas L. Brown explains various types of mouthguards, who needs them, and how they work. In short, a mouthguard is an oral appliance that fits into the mouth, over teeth. Some are custom-fitted, some are adjustable,...
by Dr. Brown, DDS | Mar 21, 2023 | Dental Implants
Are you missing teeth? If so, you are not alone. Adults should have 32 teeth, with few exceptions. However, the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research reports that Americans between ages 20 and 64, on average, have only 25.5 teeth. Even more...
