We all know that children often lose their baby teeth. But, did you know that a child’s oral health and those baby teeth are important too? The early years can set up your child’s oral health as they age, which is one of the many reasons to bring a child to a professional pediatric dentist. Here at Magnificent Mile Family... read more »

Many people feel overwhelmed and nervous when they have to restore a tooth with endodontic therapy, which is also known as root canal therapy. If you’re one of these people, Dr. Olaitan Okediji-Registe and our dental team are happy to help you. Usually, those feelings come from not knowing the process involved with endodontic therapy or from not knowing what... read more »

Did you know that there are specific treatments available that are designed not to improve your oral health but rather to specifically enhance the look and color of your teeth? With teeth whitening treatments, you can upgrade the aesthetic color of your smile much quicker and better than normal oral health care habits ever could. Are you ready for the... read more »

Would you be surprised to learn that people have been using toothpaste since the 1800s? Granted, this toothpaste was flavorless and came in a jar. Fortunately, there are a number of toothpaste options that have been made since then to meet a variety of needs. Still, how can you choose the ideal toothpaste for you? As you may have heard,... read more »

Have you ever thought that sharing or borrowing a toothbrush is probably harmless, especially if you rinse the brush off first? In reality, though, you shouldn’t share your toothbrush or ever let anyone else use your brush. As you may know, everyone has different bacteria in their mouth. Toothbrushes can actually harbor bad bacteria, and if you share a toothbrush,... read more »

Cavities are tooth decay that chews a hole in your tooth enamel, the outer layer of your teeth. If you don’t brush and floss consistently, a sticky film of bacteria, called plaque, can form on your teeth. These bacteria make acid that eats at your teeth from the sugars you eat. There are many things you can do to help... read more »

Your dental bridge is strong and reliable, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t take good care of it. In fact, you need to take care of it on a regular basis to keep it in tip-top shape for many years. So, to help you keep your dental bridge in pristine condition, our Magnificent Mile Family Dental dental team encourages you... read more »

It’s relatively common for a small piece of tough food, like meat fibers, popcorn hulls, fruit peels and even small, hard seeds, to become lodged in your gums while you’re eating. Sometimes it can be cleared away by brushing and rinsing. Unfortunately, there are also times when something gets stuck uncomfortably in your gums. In a situation like this, your... read more »

You know that brushing and flossing your teeth are both important, but do you know which should come first? Would you be surprised to learn that the order doesn’t really matter? In reality, it’s far more important that you brush and floss properly. As you may know, you should brush twice a day—but did you know that you should remember... read more »

Does your tongue look black or feel a little hairy? While this is uncommon, it is actually a harmless condition referred to as black hairy tongue. Luckily, while this isn’t a pleasant experience, it isn’t typically too difficult to prevent. You see, black hairy tongue is caused when too much yeast or bacteria grows in your mouth. On your tongue... read more »