Posted in Dental Inlays and Onlays, discolored teeth, Fillings, Manus Dental on Feb 11th, 2012
Dental inlays and onlays are used in cases where the biting surface of the tooth has been damaged. In these procedures, a piece of material is sculpted to reconstruct the upper part of the tooth and repair chipped or cracked parts. Gold has traditionally been the material of choice for this and is still used [...]
Posted in Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Implants, Gaps in Teeth, Implant Dentistry, Manus Dental, Restorative Dentistry on Jan 24th, 2012
If you have a gap between your teeth, you may be embarrassed about your smile or even have discomfort in your mouth. If this is the case, you may want to consider cosmetic dentistry to correct your teeth and create the smile you have always wanted. Corrective Techniques The most popular method of correcting tooth [...]
Posted in Dental Bridge Work, Family Dentist, Manus Dental, Root Canal on Jan 16th, 2012
The very idea of a root canal can make your anxiety skyrocket and make you wonder what you have in store for your future if you’re a candidate for the procedure. On average, 17 million teeth in a single year are restored and saved using the procedure. A root canal removes any diseased pulp on [...]
Posted in Family Dentist, Fillings, Manus Dental, Restorative Dentistry on Sep 30th, 2011
Cavities are among the most common health problems in the world today. There are many complications that may arise from the presence of cavities including tooth loss, pain, tooth abscesses, broken teeth and serious infections. The pain caused by a cavity can range from mild to severe. Severe cavities can interrupt a person’s daily life. [...]
Posted in Comprehensive dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Cleanings, Family Dentist, Manus Dental, Patients First, Restorative Dentistry on Sep 19th, 2011
Going to the dentist does not have to be a stressful experience, even for those that dislike the office visits. Manus Dental prides itself on being a professional, caring, and quality company that places an emphasis - and focus - on putting the patients and their needs first. With state of the art facilities and a large [...]
Posted in Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Cleanings, DentalFAQ's, Family Dentist, Manus Dental, Orthodontics, Pediatric Dentistry on Sep 9th, 2011
At what age should I schedule my child’s first dental exam? It’ best to have your child seen by the second birthday. By starting earlier rather than later, your dentist can make sure that teeth are coming in well, and that your child has a good bite. Additionally, if thumb sucking or pacifier use is [...]
Posted in Comprehensive dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Cleanings, Digital Dentistry, Family Dentist, Implant Dentistry, Manus Dental, Modern Dentistry, Orthodontics, Restorative Dentistry on Aug 21st, 2011
Comprehensive dentistry refers to an office that offers a full range of dental health services such as diagnosis, treatment, follow-up exams, and rehabilitation if need be. A comprehensive dentistry office will offer any dentistry service you could imagine in one location including cosmetic and specialty services. The convenience of a comprehensive dentistry office is obvious. [...]
Posted in Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Bridge Work, Family Dentist, Manus Dental, Restorative Dentistry on Jul 15th, 2011
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 [...]
Posted in Cosmetic Dentistry, Dentures, Family Dentist, Manus Dental, Partials and Dentures, Restorative Dentistry, Uncategorized on Jun 14th, 2011
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 [...]
Posted in Cosmetic Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry, The iSmile Direct Program, Uncategorized on Jun 10th, 2011
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 [...]