With the advent of digital x-rays, invisible braces and other dental technology, the field of dentistry is constantly evolving. In order to stay current in their chosen profession, dentists are required to attend continuing education courses to learn new techniques and advances in patient care. The number of hours of continuing education varies by the [...]
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Bridges are a form of tooth restoration that can fix the problem of missing teeth. Missing teeth affects more than merely the appearance of your smile.. The absence of one or more teeth actually changes your bite, thus affecting the functionality of your entire mouth. Other problems include teeth shifting, temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ), speech [...]
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Manus Dental is proud to have Gregory Bell, DDS, a passionate dentist with a commitment to changing patient’s live through excellent dental care as a new member of the Manus family. Dr. Bell maintains a private practice at the Manus Northwestern location in downtown Chicago. Dr. Bell is a graduate of Northwestern University in Evanston, [...]
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Of the many solutions available for those with missing teeth, partials and dentures provide a solution that replaces the teeth while maintaining a natural look. Partial dentures are commonly used for those with several missing teeth, but a full denture set may be needed if there are not enough natural teeth remaining to support a [...]
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Finally, a dental benefit to smile about! Brought to you by Manus Health Systems, the iSmile Direct Program is an affordable dental benefit giving you access to some of Chicago’s top dentists. With an annual enrollment fee of just $25, no deductibles, no maximum benefits, no preauthorizations and no claim forms to fill out - the choice [...]
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Manus Dental is proud to have John Dunning, a well experienced and accomplished dentist as part of the Manus family. Dr. Dunning is a graduate of the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry. He served as a US Air Force Captain-Doctor and was stationed in Nebraska, Germany and Turkey. Dr. Dunning is currently completing his [...]
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Orthodontics is a branch of dentistry that focuses on improving the appearance of teeth by straightening teeth that are crooked, fixing alignment and correcting bites. Besides providing a nicer smile, teeth that fit correctly and are straight are easier to clean, allow for better speech and chewing and last longer. Many problems can be caused [...]
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Periodontal disease is a serious dental concern that can, if left untreated, lead to tooth loss. The disease is caused by bacteria that infect the gum and damage to the gums and the bone that supports the teeth. A periodontist is a dentist that specializes in treating gum disease. It is estimated that approximately 75 [...]
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A common dental issue is missing teeth. This is a serious condition that can lead to speech and bite problems, teeth shifting and even TMJ. Tooth decay is also very prevelant in this situation. A dental bridge can improve the smile, fill in the shape of the face and help avoid peridontal disease. The three [...]
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For patients wishing to fix flaws in their teeth and get a brighter, more stain-resistant smile, a porcelain veneer provides the best solution. Porcelain will duplicate the normal light reflecting properties of tooth enamel, and its color will remain true for many years. A porcelain veneer is a shell that is permanently placed over the [...]
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