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What is a Dental Filling?

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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December 7, 2015Dental FillingBy Healthy Smiles of La Grange

What Causes Periodontal Disease?

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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November 21, 2015Periodontal DiseaseBy Healthy Smiles of La Grange