Approximately 50 percent of all adults have gum disease by age 30, with that figure jumping to 75 percent by age 65. Unfortunately, most people are unaware that they have gum disease because its early symptoms are usually not noticeable. By the time Dr. Qureshi of Healthy Smiles of La Grange diagnoses your gum disease, […]
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When you develop tooth decay, Dr. Qureshi at Healthy Smiles of La Grange removes the decayed part of the tooth and uses restorative material to fill it in. This is called a dental filling. Some people are unclear of what this means and ask Dr. Qureshi “What is a dental filling?” when they find out
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Periodontal disease is a common dental disorder that most people are unaware that they have. When patients are first diagnosed with it, they often ask Dr. Qureshi at Healthy Smiles of La Grange “What causes periodontal disease?” This disease often starts with plaque, a sticky substance composed mainly of bacteria. Although brushing and flossing helps
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