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• posted: Mar. 31, 2026

It might seem like you’ve gotten a great night’s sleep—but why aren’t you well rested? Worse, why are you waking up with: A headache Ringing in your ears or an earache Pain in Read More

• posted: Mar. 24, 2026

Sleepless nights, crankiness, drooling—how can such tiny teeth cause such a big fuss? But all those uncomfortable days and nights are forgotten when your baby’s first teeth make their appearance. Read More

• posted: Mar. 17, 2026

Although teeth are strong enough to tear through food, they are also fragile. An accident such as a fall may loosen teeth or knock a tooth out entirely. When a Read More

• posted: Mar. 10, 2026

We all know that brushing your teeth and flossing regularly keeps your smile sparkly and bright, but did you realize that cleaning your teeth can actually help your heart? Recent Read More

• posted: Mar. 03, 2026

It really doesn’t happen very often. But sometimes you bite into something that is much harder than you anticipated. Sometimes you grind your teeth without realizing the pressure you’re putting Read More

• posted: Feb. 24, 2026

You pay attention to what you eat. After all, your oral health depends on it. Without the necessary proteins, vitamins, and minerals in your diet, your teeth and gums will Read More

• posted: Feb. 17, 2026

One of the most enjoyable parts of looking at family pictures is finding resemblances. You have your father’s brown eyes and your grandmother’s curly hair. You’ve got your aunt’s basketball Read More

• posted: Feb. 10, 2026

Valentine’s Day, also known as Saint Valentine’s Day, has been said to originate with a Catholic priest named Valentine several thousand year ago. Valentine defied the emperor at the time Read More

• posted: Feb. 03, 2026

It’s the littlest month of the year, so what better time to think about the dental health of our littlest family members? February is National Children’s Dental Health Month, and Read More

• posted: Jan. 27, 2026

Many varieties of fillings are available at our River Forest, Illinois office. Most people are familiar with traditional amalgam fillings: those big silver spots on top of teeth. Made from a Read More

• posted: Jan. 20, 2026

Two studies – one conducted in Washington State, and whose findings were published in the Journal of Pediatric Dentistry in 2004, and another conducted in Madrid, Spain, and whose findings Read More

• posted: Jan. 13, 2026

the doctor will tell you that while you are sleep, your mouth may be very active. If you find yourself waking up with headaches, facial pain, neck aches, or a Read More

• posted: Jan. 06, 2026

You might suspect that your wisdom teeth are starting to emerge, but knowing the signs of impacted wisdom teeth can help you be more proactive about your dental care. Impacted Read More

• posted: Dec. 30, 2025

The beginning of a new year is the perfect opportunity for a fresh start for you and your smile. At River Forest Dental Studio, a brighter smile is quick and Read More

• posted: Dec. 23, 2025

The best way to protect yourself from gum disease is to be proactive: practice good oral hygiene at home and schedule regular checkups and cleanings in our River Forest, Illinois Read More

• posted: Dec. 16, 2025

the doctor and our team at River Forest Dental Studio know this is an exciting time as you anticipate the arrival of your new little one. We want to take Read More