Most of us know that unpleasant feeling. You’re happily enjoying an icy milkshake with lunch or having a piping hot cappuccino break, and suddenly an innocent binge turns to cringe—your
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Tooth Sensitivity
updated: Nov. 29, 2022
Most of us know that unpleasant feeling. You’re happily enjoying an icy milkshake with lunch or having a piping hot cappuccino break, and suddenly an innocent binge turns to cringe—your
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Thanksgiving
updated: Nov. 22, 2022
At Richard R. Marek, DDS, we love to celebrate the holidays with vigor! the doctor would love to share some unique ways of celebrating Thanksgiving from beyond the Chicago,
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Dental Anxiety
updated: Nov. 15, 2022
If you suffer from dental anxiety, a visit to Richard R. Marek, DDS might seem like a daunting prospect. Perhaps you had a bad experience in the past, but whatever
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Canker sores, cold sores, and mouth sores: What's the difference?
updated: Nov. 08, 2022
At Richard R. Marek, DDS, we know many people have experienced some form of mouth sores or irritation. Some mouth sores are harmless and go away on their own after
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November Marks National Diabetes Awareness Month
updated: Nov. 01, 2022
Diabetes is a chronic disease that increases the risk for many serious health problems, including severe gum disease. November is Diabetes Awareness Month, and it’s a great time for us
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The Intriguing History of Halloween
updated: Oct. 25, 2022
Halloween is fast approaching, and the doctor wanted to be sure to wish our patients a happy day, no matter how you might celebrate this holiday. The Halloween that is
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Brushing Your Toddler’s Teeth
updated: Oct. 18, 2022
At Richard R. Marek, DDS, we know that brushing your toddler’s teeth can be an intimidating prospect. So we’re providing a few tips in the hope of making the process
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Double Duty
updated: Oct. 11, 2022
If you play a contact sport, you know about mouthguards. You know about the cushioning protection they provide for your teeth. And not just your teeth—mouthguards also help protect your
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Year-End Insurance Reminder
updated: Oct. 04, 2022
the doctor, as well as our team at Richard R. Marek, DDS, would like to give those patients with flex spend, health savings, or insurance benefits a friendly end of
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The Secret to Keeping Your Teeth for Life
updated: Sep. 27, 2022
The secret to keeping your teeth for life involves more than one secret. The first is that there is no secret; and in fact, there really is no difficulty involved.
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Alleviate Tooth Sensitivity
updated: Sep. 20, 2022
There’s nothing like the simple seasonal pleasures. What’s more enjoyable than a cup of hot apple cider on a blustery winter day, or a tall glass of ice water in
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Teeth Grinding
updated: Sep. 13, 2022
It might seem like you’ve gotten a great night’s sleep—but why aren’t you well rested? Worse, why are you waking up with:
A headache
Ringing in your ears or an earache
Pain in
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Back to School? Remember Your Dental Homework!
updated: Sep. 06, 2022
It’s a busy time of year. Book lists! Supplies! New clothes! (How did they outgrow those shoes already?) And while you’re preparing your family’s list of back-to-school necessities, here are
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Labor Day: Our favorite holiday to rest!
updated: Aug. 30, 2022
Labor Day, celebrated on the first Monday each September here in the United States, is a holiday devoted to the American working community. The purpose of the holiday is honoring
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How a High-Tech Office Helps Your Dental Treatment
updated: Aug. 23, 2022
A dental office on the cutting edge of technology offers numerous benefits to its patients. Whether you are in need of a simple cleaning or extensive restorative work, these technologies
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In the Pink
updated: Aug. 16, 2022
Our gums cover and protect the sensitive roots of our teeth and the bone around them. While we often think of gum tissue as a rosy shade of pink, that’s
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