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…

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…

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

Wondering how strong your dental veneers are? The short answer is that they are strong, but you need to protect them. Keep reading to learn how. First, what are porcelain veneers? Porcelain veneers are also called dental veneers or dental porcelain laminates. A dental veneer is a thin, tooth-colored material that bonds to the front…

A toothache tells you something is wrong. What’s more, if you have a toothache, you should call your family dentist for an appointment. Toothache pain can be caused by tooth decay and/or an abscessed tooth (one with pus and infection inside of it). The dentists at Pennino Family Dentistry in Barrington, Illinois, explain that toothache…