Brushing your teeth regularly will help keep your smile bright. Dentists recommend brushing twice a day. Remember, brushing harder isn’t the answer. In fact, brushing too hard can be harmful to your gums, and it may cause sensitivity and tooth erosion. To ensure you’re brushing every nook and cranny, try using an electric toothbrush. Toothbrushes…
Dental X-Ray Radiation Dose: Is It Safe?
Are you concerned about the safety of dental x-rays? Wondering how much radiation is in a digital dental x-ray? Radiation is measured in units called microsieverts. The dose of exposure to a dental x-ray depends on the extent of the x-rays. If you have a full mouth series of 18 images, you are exposed to…
Cement or Screw: What’s Best for You?
If you’re considering a dental implant, you may be wondering how it works and if you should have permanent crown cement or a screw to attach the crown. At Pennino Family Dentistry in Barrington, IL, we use these long-lasting tooth replacement options. Let’s begin by discussing dental implants. They are used for different purposes, so…
My Crown Fell Out (or Broke Off): What Should I Do?
Crowns usually don’t just fall out. But they can be exposed to damage. Sometimes they break, chip, or fall out due to trauma—like getting hit in the face with a ball or biting into hard food, candy or ice. Alternatively, a crown can be damaged from wear and tear. Or it can fall out from…
Charcoal Toothpaste FAQs
At Pennino Family Dentistry in Barrington, IL, people frequently ask about activated charcoal toothpaste. This patient education article answers those questions. Have more questions, or would like to make an appointment? CONTACT US