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Are you a tooth grinder?
posted: Mar. 25, 2026.
Perhaps you had a particularly irritating commute home from work, and you realize at the end that your jaw was clenched tight the entire time. Or maybe you grind your Read more
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Can You Stop a Cavity Before It Starts?
posted: Mar. 18, 2026.
You’re busy getting ready for your day, and of course you’re starting your day off right by looking after your dental health. A two-minute brushing, some careful flossing, and—wait, is Read more
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St. Patrick's Day
posted: Mar. 11, 2026.
On March 17, everyone has a little Irish in them. St. Patrick’s Day is a joyous celebration of Irish heritage. The holiday originated as a commemoration of Saint Patrick, who Read more
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Can I use mouthwash instead of flossing?
posted: Mar. 04, 2026.
While mouthwash goes a long way in improving your oral care, it is not a substitute for flossing. Mouthwashes and flossing provide different benefits that you should understand. Mouthwash Benefits Mouthwash comes Read more
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Dangers of Thumb Sucking
posted: Feb. 25, 2026.
It’s common for children to suck their thumb at a young age. the doctor and our team want you to understand the potential issues that can surface down the road Read more
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Flossing Fact or Flossing Fiction?
posted: Feb. 18, 2026.
Somewhere in a bathroom drawer or medicine cabinet, we all have one—that little plastic dental floss dispenser. And whether you use your floss every day (yay!), or have completely forgotten Read more
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Valentine's Day History
posted: Feb. 11, 2026.
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 Read more
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February Is Children’s Dental Health Month
posted: Feb. 04, 2026.
It’s the littlest month of the year, so what better time to think about the dental health of our littlest family members? February is National Children’s Dental Health Month, and Read more
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How can veneers improve my smile?
posted: Jan. 28, 2026.
the doctor and our team at Joseph M. Fye, D.D.S. know your smile is an important part of your appearance; it can be a source of pride or embarrassment. Everyone Read more
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Water: It’s Not Just for Brushing!
posted: Jan. 21, 2026.
We turn on the tap and it comes rushing out. We walk down the hall at work or school and stop at the fountain without even thinking about it. It’s Read more
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Hypersensitive Teeth
posted: Jan. 14, 2026.
It is common to experience dentine hypersensitivity, with symptoms ranging from moderate to severe. Why does it happen and how do you know if this sensitivity is something to be Read more
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Tooth Protection and Winter Sports
posted: Jan. 07, 2026.
Just because it’s cold out there doesn’t mean you’ll give up keeping fit and active! Winter is the season for some of our favorite team sporting activities, and when you’re Read more
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Smile, the New Year is Almost Here!
posted: Dec. 31, 2025.
We’ve been celebrating the new year for a really, really long time. It goes way back, but it started formally in 1582, when Pope George XIII made January 1st the Read more
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Tooth Discoloration: Common causes and what you can do to stop it
posted: Dec. 24, 2025.
Looking back at childhood photos, you may notice picture after picture of yourself with a mouthful of shiny white teeth. When you look in the mirror today, you wonder what Read more
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Should I fix my chipped tooth?
posted: Dec. 17, 2025.
It was a small fall! A miniscule piece of popcorn! A minor foul on the basketball court! But now there’s a chip in your otherwise perfect smile. Is a chipped Read more
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Surprising Ways to Prevent Cavities
posted: Dec. 10, 2025.
There are numerous ways to prevent cavities. Some, like brushing your teeth regularly and visiting our Buffalo Grove, Illinois office, are more obvious than others. Beyond the standard methods of Read more