The merry month of May also happens to be National Fitness and Sports Month, so take advantage of the warmer days to get outside and exercise! Bringing a friend, family
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May Marks National Physical Fitness and Sports Month!
updated: May 02, 2023
The merry month of May also happens to be National Fitness and Sports Month, so take advantage of the warmer days to get outside and exercise! Bringing a friend, family
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Relax with Sedation Dentistry
updated: Apr. 25, 2023
the doctor and our team at Richard R. Marek, DDS understand that many of our patients have a fear of dentistry. You may be concerned about experiencing pain from sensitive
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Every Day is Earth Day
updated: Apr. 18, 2023
During the early days of the environmental awareness movement, those who demonstrated against pollution, toxic chemicals, and the general public health were known as hippies. The early 1970s were a
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What is biofilm?
updated: Apr. 11, 2023
Biofilm, the protective housing for bacteria, is a hot topic in the medical and dental fields. Routinely taking an antibiotic for a bacterial infection has become more complicated because of
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April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month
updated: Apr. 04, 2023
What is oral cancer?
April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month. If you have been putting off a visit to our Chicago, office, now is an excellent time to schedule
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When to Replace Fillings
updated: Mar. 28, 2023
A dental filling replaces and restores the health of a tooth that has been damaged. Often, the need for a filling results from a cavity due to a large amount
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Why Is My Child Getting Cavities?
updated: Mar. 21, 2023
We want our children to have every advantage, including oral health. That’s why you encourage your child to brush twice a day. You keep the sugary treats to a minimum.
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Go Green for St. Patrick’s Day
updated: Mar. 14, 2023
Millions of people, around Chicago, and beyond, wear green on St. Patrick’s Day so they can show their spirit for the holiday and avoid getting pinched. While it may
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March is National Nutrition Month!
updated: Mar. 07, 2023
While you don’t have to wait to start eating right, March is the month the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics asks everyone to pay special attention to what goes into
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Good Dental Hygiene Gives You Better Overall Health
updated: Feb. 28, 2023
What do you think of when you hear the term dental or oral hygiene? Brushing and flossing tend to come to mind, since that is what the terms imply.
What you
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Do adults need fluoride treatments?
updated: Feb. 21, 2023
Many dentists and hygienists recommend fluoride treatments for their adult patients. You might ask yourself, “Do I really need a fluoride treatment? I thought those were just for my kids.”
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Valentine's Day History
updated: Feb. 14, 2023
Valentine’s Day is best known as a celebration of love in all its forms. Pink hearts, red roses, and cute greeting cards adorn every surface you see. What many people
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February is Heart Month
updated: Feb. 07, 2023
The American Academy of Periodontology stresses the importance of good oral health since gum disease may be linked to heart disease and stroke. Thus far, no cause-and-effect relationship has been
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The ABCs of Vitamin C
updated: Jan. 31, 2023
A as in Ascorbic Acid
Ascorbic acid is just another name for vitamin C, which is one of the so-called “essential nutrients.” These are nutrients that are necessary for our bodies
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Caring for Your Cat’s Dental Health
updated: Jan. 24, 2023
While you make sure your family is getting the best care possible, with regular dental checkups and cleanings at our Chicago, office, there is one family member that might
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I have sensitive teeth. What are my options?
updated: Jan. 17, 2023
At Richard R. Marek, DDS, we have patients coming in asking us why a taste of ice cream or a sip of coffee becomes a painful experience, or why brushing
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