Most mouth pain in children can be remedied with the simple steps here. The important thing is that you remain calm, no matter what. You child is taking cues from you and if you panic, he or she will panic ..read more

Different methods work best for different families and children. These practices need to be performed with kindness and care. Be gentle and make this time a happy learning time. Don’t forget to bring your child to our Chicago office for regular dental checkups and cleanings. Drs. Joanne Oppenheim, Marilia Montero, and Mary J. Hayes can advise you on ways to implement portions of these tips in a way that may work bests for you and your child ..read more

Work together with Drs. Joanne Oppenheim, Marilia Montero, and Mary J. Hayes to make sure your teeth and gums are their healthiest. Just like healthy teeth and gums are a great team, you and your dentist make a great team, too ..read more

Fluoride isn’t, of course, the only way to look out for your dental health. Proper brushing and flossing are still essential for removing plaque. And sealants provide long-lasting protection for chewing surfaces. But when it comes to a proven cavity-fighter that’s simple to use, effective, easily available—is it any wonder we’re big fans of fluoride? benefits come the fluoride we consume in our diets ..read more

Drs. Joanne Oppenheim, Marilia Montero, and Mary J. Hayes and our Chicago staff are your partners in terms of your child’s health care. Even when your child is an infant and a toddler, good brushing and other oral care habits can be taught. We will help you to educate your child about how to care for teeth in the most effective way, and you can carry those lessons home and help your child to follow them for the ultimate in oral health ..read more

All you need is a little imagination to help your child learn to love brushing their teeth ..read more

For detection of cancerous tumors in their early states, digital X-ray technology offers vast improvements over film X-rays because of its cutting-edge image processing capability. Early detection of oral cancer and dental caries is the best way to prevent any type of oral health problem from exceeding the treatable stage ..read more

If you have any questions about your toddler’s teeth, or if your child is experiencing issues that concern you, please give us a call to set up an appointment at our convenient Chicago office ..read more

Even though you are roughing it, stick with your home routine as much as possible. If you are unable to brush as usual, rinse your mouth well with clean water and brush when you can. Have a great trip, and just one more thought—maybe go easy on the s’mores. Let us know all about your trip during your next visit to our Chicago office ..read more

Drs. Joanne Oppenheim, Marilia Montero, and Mary J. Hayes can help decide which filling is best for you, based on cost as well as your dental and lifestyle needs. You may not have “tooth worms,” but if you have cavities, contact our Chicago office so we can take the proper action to protect the health of your mouth ..read more