Westgate Dental Care Blog

When you look at your smile in the mirror, does it seem like your teeth have gotten bigger or longer? This optical illusion doesn’t occur because your enamel grew, but it happened because your gums are shrinking. Yes, instead of longer teeth, you may have receding gums. This problem can occur for multiple reasons, and with the right know-how, you can prevent gum recession altogether. Keep reading to learn about the most common reasons for gum recession and what you can do to protect your smile.

At Westgate Dental Care, we believe in not only providing quality dentistry to the people of Arlington Heights, but it’s also our duty to help our community. Part of our philosophy is building relationships and meaningful connections with our patients, but this extends beyond the reaches of our office. We donate to the community, sponsor various activities, and help our local schools. Keep reading to learn more about our community involvement and why it’s important for your dentist in Arlington Heights to help.

Well, it’s that time of year again! Yes, of course the holidays are here, but it’s also the season of sickness. Cold and flu germs are everywhere, and especially if you have kids, your household may be affected. After you get over your bug, you may be wondering whether or not you should replace your toothbrush—could you get infected again with germs from when you were sick? Keep reading to learn the answer from an expert dentist in Arlington Heights.

Do you have jaw pain? Maybe it’s difficult or uncomfortable to open your mouth? What about throbbing headaches? You could have TMJ disorder, which is a problem that affects the lives of millions of Americans. Also called TMD, this problem can often go undetected or misdiagnosed, which is why TMJ Awareness Month has been established in November! Keep reading to learn about TMJ disorder, the common signs, and how TMJ therapy in Arlington Heights can give you the relief you need.

The holidays are a time for fun and excitement. No matter how you fill these special days or who you spend it with, it’s a great opportunity to make lasting memories. That is unless you fall victim to one of the following 4 dental emergencies. From skiing accidents to sugar-filled cavities and toothaches, there are plenty of ways pain and discomfort can derail your fun-filled occasions. To keep your mouth injury-free this year and continue enjoying the season, find out what you need to do to avoid dental emergencies around the holidays.

Are you wondering why using your benefits matters? With regular preventive appointments and a good at-home oral hygiene routine, you can stretch your dental benefit dollars and reduce how much you pay out-of-pocket. By using your benefits before they expire in January, you can put a bright smile on your face and expand your monthly budget, allowing you more money to do the activities you want. Read on to learn more about your policy and why it’s important to visit your dentist before the end of the year.

Are you wondering what National Dental Hygiene Month is all about? For our team at Westgate Dental Care, October is the best month to honor and recognize all of the hard work our team of dental hygienists and professionals accomplishes. From warding off cavities to treating and reversing gum disease, our staff helps save our patients thousands of dollars in costly dental treatments by providing high quality preventive care. Read on to learn why we celebrate Nation Dental Hygiene Month and more about our team.

Do you need to wear a mouthguard when playing sports? Pretty much any dentist would answer yes! All sports, be they high-contact or even no-contact, can put your at risk for broken teeth, cut lips, fractured jaw and other kinds of physical trauma; in fact, according the American Dental Association, almost a third of all dental injuries are related to sports in some way. That said, it’s also been found that athletes who wear mouthguards are 60 times less likely to damage their teeth. If that’s not enough, here are 4 more reasons to ask your dentist for a custom mouthguard.

Here at Westgate Dental Care, September is a special month. About this time in 2002, we opened our doors for the first time and began to help our friends and neighbors in the community have healthier, happier smiles. If you are looking for a dentist with a great reputation, Dr. Kics and the rest of our team go above and beyond to make your dental experience a positive one from beginning to end. We are grateful for the opportunity to serve Arlington Heights and the surrounding areas and look forward to caring for your smile more in the future.