UDA Chicago

03/14/2021

A little late with the appreciation post but we appreciate our assistants everyday! Last week was Dental Appreciation week and we celebrated our assistants. We couldn't do what we do without you ladies!! Thank you!

02/16/2021

❄☃️ See you tomorrow!! ☃️❄

02/14/2021

12/25/2020

Wishing everyone a happy and safe Christmas from UDA!!!

10/31/2020

🎃🍭 During Halloween it's easy to let your sweet tooth take over. Here are some practical tips, for children and adults, to help avoid a trip to the dentist with a toothache from all that candy.

Sort the Candy. After getting home with all …that halloween loot, sit and go through the candy, putting it into 2 piles.

first pile: taffy, caramels, gummies, sugary gum. Anything that is sticky, chewy or sour

second pile: all other candy

Avoid the first pile. Dental cavities are proven to have a relationship with extended exposure to sugary and/or sour substances. The longer it’s in your mouth, the more likely you are to get cavities.

Watch the whole family’s consumption. This time of year is famous for all of its sweets and tasty candies. It’s a good idea to leave the wrappers in a visible place, maybe in a jar or bowl, so it’s easy to see how much candy the family is actually eating.

Talk about oral health as a family. This is a great time for everyone to be reminded of twice daily brushing, and daily flossing. Making these tasks a family event helps keep everyone on the right track and makes it fun! Ideally, brush every time after eating candy. But, if that’s not possible, then eat the candy withing a few minutes instead of snacking on it throughout the day. Also, drinking a glass of water, both during and after, is helpful to remove the excess sugar from the mouth. REMEMBER, the whole family should be seen at least once every 6 months for a dental check up, so make sure everyone is up to date!

10/24/2020

Before National Hygiene Month is over....

Causes of Gum Disease

There are several reasons that gum disease develops. The primary causes are plaque and tartar. Anything that becomes stuck between your teeth, gums or under the gum tissue, can cause irritation and swelling. Plaque is a problem that everyone deals with; however, it is the buildup under the gums that really causes issues. There are other risk factors to consider like pregnancy, diabetes, and smoking, since they restrict blood flow to the gums, causing them to swell.

Ways to Prevent Gum Disease

We recommend doing what you can to prevent gum disease so you do not experience discomfort or additional health problems. One of the best ways to prevent this condition is to keep your teeth clean. We encourage our UDA patients to brush their teeth two to three times a day and to do so in a circular pattern, moving food particles and plaque away from the gums toward the center of the mouth. You also need to floss on a daily basis, and be sure to reach all the way down, rather than stopping at your gum line. Using an antiseptic mouthwash can also help kill lingering bacteria.
You also need to have your teeth cleaned at least twice per year. It is difficult to remove all of the plaque at home, and tartar is too hard to remove by brushing and flossing. We can remove both plaque and tartar in our dental office and reduce your risk of gum disease. Simultaneously, we recommend that you stop smoking, keep your blood sugar under control, and drink plenty of water, since this can also help improve your gum health.

10/21/2020

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09/23/2020

🎈 September is filled with birthdays at UDA! Happy Birthday to our amazing staff. 🎉