On February 22, 1732, our nation’s first president was born. George Washington accomplished an awful lot in his life, but through all of that, there is still something so curious about him: what was up with his teeth? You’ve likely heard that George Washington’s teeth were made of wood. How tr…Read More
Can you believe another year is behind us already? 2018 flew by and we suspect 2019 will feel the same. Many people are making New Year’s resolutions to better themselves in some way. Whether it is resolving to eat healthier, spend more time with the kids, or pick up a new hobby, the start of a ne…Read More
It’s that time of year again! As the weather cools down here in Lake Villa and we continue to move through the holiday season, it is more important than ever to make sure you are following a good oral hygiene routine and keeping up with regular visits to your dentist's’ office. Whether you celeb…Read More
Bruxism, more commonly referred to as teeth grinding, is a condition that we see frequently at Lake Villa Dental. There are two types of bruxism: awake bruxism and sleep bruxism. Awake bruxism typically involves unconsciously clenching your teeth throughout the day which may be caused by stress, anx…Read More