If I had a dollar for every time a patient asked me, “But Doc, it doesn’t hurt—are you sure I need this?” I could probably retire tomorrow. It is the most common pushback we hear at ABC Dental Chicago, and honestly? It’s a completely fair question. We are wired to...
Tooth decay is one of the most common chronic health conditions in the United States—and yet, it’s also one of the most preventable. At ABC Dental, we believe an informed patient is a confident patient. That’s why we’ve created this comprehensive...
How managing one condition can help control the other When you think about diabetes management, you probably focus on blood sugar monitoring, medication, diet, and exercise. But there’s another critical piece of the puzzle that often gets overlooked: your gum...
A sudden toothache that throbs uncontrollably. A chipped tooth from an unexpected fall. A lost filling that leaves you in pain. Dental emergencies are, by their very nature, stressful, painful, and frightening. In these moments, your first instinct is to reach for...
Root amputation, despite sounding like an intricate surgical term, is a dental procedure designed to save a tooth threatened by severe infection or structural issues. We will explore the intricacies of a dental root amputation, shedding light on when it’s...
