There has recently been some controversy over the importance of flossing – is flossing really necessary to maintain healthy teeth? Despite conflicting reports, dentists defend keeping flossing a priority. Don’t toss your floss into the trash...
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Health News |4 min read
Childhood Obesity – Weighing the Risks and Solutions
We all want the best for the kids in our lives. We work hard every day to provide for them and plan for their futures. But according to the latest statistics, 1 in 5 of our children is facing a serious risk to their health due to childhood obesity. September is...
Cosmetic Dentistry |0 min read
Recharge Your Smile with Dental Bonding [Infographic]
How do you feel when you look at your smile in the mirror? Do you love it? Or do you notice flaws, such as chips, excessive wear, or gaps? You may be surprised to learn minor cosmetic flaws in your smile can be corrected without expensive, painful, or invasive...
Restorative Dentistry |0 min read
Find Relief for Frequent Headaches and Jaw Pain [Infographic]
Do you experience pain in your neck, shoulders, or ears? How about clicking, grating, or popping when you chew? Perhaps you suffer regularly from jaw pain or headaches? TMD may be the culprit! But you may wonder, “What is TMD, and how can I find...
Parents & Family |0 min read
Top 10 Dental Emergencies and What To Do About Them
One of your worst fears is realized: You fell face first onto the concrete, and you felt that front tooth break. Panic mode ensues. What the heck are you going to do now? Don’t panic, we’ve got some answers for you. There are all types of dental...
Orthodontics |0 min read
8 Reasons to Choose Clear Aligners Over Metal Braces
Have you been putting off getting your smile straightened because you’d rather not be seen with metal brackets and wires all over your teeth? Traditional braces can take years to successfully straighten your smile – all the while you are dealing...
Health News |0 min read
Help Us Help You: Your Opinion Matters!
We are very grateful for your continued trust in Lakota Dental. It’s always our goal to give you the best possible care we can offer! It’s our aim to give our Shorewood, IL dentist patients top‐notch technology, calming comforts, and skilled expertise during every...
Health News |1 min read
A Perfect Day in Naperville
When we think of our community, Dr. Mike Lakota tends to think about his favorite places in Naperville. He decided that to create the “perfect day in Naperville” would be a good way to share those with you. “For me, if I was going to create a...
Health News |0 min read
Don’t Throw Your Money Away ‐ Use Your 2015 Dental Benefits Before You Lose Them!
We know the world of dental insurance benefits, deductibles, co‐pays, etc. can be difficult to navigate. That’s why the team here at Lakota dental is always ready to answer questions to help you understand your options. It’s important for you to make your benefits...
Health News |0 min read
Our FREE Gift to You!
We think our patients are the greatest! We love seeing your beautiful smiles every day and sharing a laugh while catching up on the latest news. Because we appreciate your continued loyalty to our Shorewood Dentist office and team, we love it when we have the...