In today’s cosmetically driven society, most people have heard of neuromodulators like Botox ,Xeomin and Dysport. Their applications are widespread and varied, ranging from medical treatments for spastic limbs and excessive sweating, to cosmetic treatments aimed at reducing wrinkles . In dentistry, we commonly use Botox type products to treat TMJ “problems” – typically  muscle […]

Whether a patient is beginning their Invisalign journey or is almost finished with all of their trays, it can be a very exciting time. Our patients normally find the experience of using Invisalign to be extremely easy and effortless, but occasionally some issues do occur. In today’s blog post we will go over some more […]

Invisalign is the number one clear aligner orthodontic treatment in the world. Due to its safety, comfort and superior results, Chicago Smile Design has been providing our patients with orthodontic treatment through Invisalign for over a decade. If you or a loved one is interested in receiving Invisalign treatment at Chicago Smile Design, but have […]

Have you ever opened up your mouth too wide and felt a soreness in your face? Or how about when you clench your teeth; have you ever felt severe jaw pain? Or even a headache? These symptoms may all be signs that use suffer from TMJ disorder. TMJ, or temporomandibular joint dysfunction, is a disorder […]

We are back with another blog post to go along with a new set of videos of Dr. Laura answering our dental patients’ most commonly asked questions. This week we are turning our focus to the most frequently asked questions involving Invisalign, and more specifically, how Invisalign compares to traditional braces. While both Invisalign and […]

In today’s blog post we will answer some of the most common questions we get from our patients regarding dental fillings and crowns. We will also go over why it’s so important to visit your dentist periodically throughout the year and how this will help you to avoid any issues with your teeth that would […]

All-On-X implant surgery is an intensive surgery, but that doesn’t mean it needs to be painful for your teeth or for finances. In the paragraphs below I will start by discussing how Chicago Smile Design uses a calculated medication regimen to minimize patient discomfort, during and after, the All-On-X procedure. I will discuss the near […]

This week our most asked questions regarding All-On-X procedures and how All-On-X procedures compare with Dentures. Undergoing dental implant surgery is a significant dental procedure. Thankfully though, Chicago Smile Design offers our patients a free consultation, so the patient can gather information about dental implants before they make their final decision on whether or not […]

“What is All-on-X, All-On-4 or All-On-6 Dental Implants all about?” This has come up lately from our Chicago Smile Design patients. Below I help potential implant patients understand why Chicago Smile Design is considered your Best option when looking for Dental Implants for All-On-X What Does All-on-4 Mean? All-on-4, All-On-6, All-On-X  dental implants means replacing […]