By elmerr179 September 23, 2014
I really enjoyed the hygienist Dawn! ...read more
By briann105yahoocom September 10, 2014
"Some people dread going to the dentist. Not me! I look forward to seeing my new friends at FVDACL and am always smiling when I come out! Everyone is warm and friendly ,you never have to wait because they are so organized and efficient,and THEY DO EXPERT WORK!!! I can't think of anything at all negative about FVDACL!!" ...read more
By ironmike2316 August 12, 2014
Did a great job cleaning my teeth and very friendly ...read more
Baby teeth are usually lost in the order they arrive; the bottom two incisors first, followed by the top two. Your child will probably begin losing his or her baby teeth around age 5 or 6, though it can happen as young as 4 yrs old. Essentially, the root will dissolve as the adults tooth pushes out. If baby teeth are accidentally swallowed it is totally harmless. Never force or yank a loose tooth out. The tooth can break off leaving the root behind, which can cause infection. It's OK to wiggle a loose tooth. If it's hanging on by a thread, you can grab it with a tissue and gently rotate to remove it. The adult teeth appears so big because they're full size and your child's head is not. Baby teeth are white than adult teeth. The color difference will be less noticeable as more adult teeth arrive About the time your child's baby teeth are falling out their 6 yr molars are erupting. gums may appears swollen and kids may complain. Saturday, 4/23,@ 11 am Children can enjoy lunch with the Easter Bunny at Old Towne Hall in Downtown Crystal Lake. Food, music, games, photos, gifts and a whole bunch of fun! For details visit www.DownTownCL.org. ...read more
By Richard J Osmanski DDS April 20, 2011
It's spring and time for replacing the old with the new. This includes your fillings. Ask your dentist to check the state of your fillings. Every filling eventually has to be replaced. Silver (amalgam) lasts 10-20 yrs, so your childhood fillings may be overdue for replacement. Fresh fillings can help prevent tooth decay and loss - and down the road root canals and implants.White fillings (Composite), when done right, last as long as amalgam fillings. ...read more
By Richard J Osmanski DDS April 05, 2011
Order a glass of water with that wine. White wine has acids that penetrate the enamel, allowing staining and decaying food particles to penetrate more easily. Red, by contrast, creates only superficial staining. A subtle swishing and swallowing of water right away can help minimize residue, staining and tooth decay. ...read more
By Richard J Osmanski DDS March 22, 2011
In the United States, dental students may choose to study forensic dentistry as an elective or obtain a postgraduate degree. The elective is a short course. A postgraduate allows students to receive a specialized degree. The University of Texas-San Antonio and the Armed Forces Institute of Pathology r... ...read more
Remember the embarrassment of falling asleep in front of someone, while your dentures slip from the roof of your mouth. Just far enough, not wanting anyone to know in the first place, you are wearing dentures. A proper fit is the best solution. In a pinch, however, denture adhesive can help prevent an... ...read more
