Fear is one of the main reasons that prevents folks from even speaking with their dentist about tooth implants. Knowledge and information are the enemies of fear which is why we do our best to educate our readers and our patients and why we created this dental implant consumer guide about...
Should I get a dental implant, yes or no? Is getting a dental implant worth it? We’re going to address what we’ve heard our patients say when debating getting dental implants – and we’re not going to sugar coat anything. Besides, sugar’s bad for our teeth, anyway, right?
Finding a great dentist for kids can be much harder than choosing a dentist for yourself. As parents, we want to choose the VERY BEST dental clinic possible for our kids, which is why we’ve made a list of what makes 1st Family Dental a great choice for your kids.
Do you have tots with tiny teeth in your home, or are you expecting soon? Are you a teacher, or caregiver for babies, toddlers, or preschoolers? Here are 5 great tips you can share with parents or do starting right now to help those little ones learn to love taking care of their teeth, and have a great experience at dental check-up visits.
In 2015, the 1st Family Dental team set a goal to do more to help our local communities. This year, we set out to donate to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, to help children in the Chicagoland area who are battling childhood diseases. In September, we planned to donate $10 to St. Jude for every child who came in to any 1st Family Dental location for their back-to-school checkup and cleaning. In October, we donated $50 for anyone who started new orthodontic treatment during the month.
December 15th is the deadline to choose a healthcare and/or dental benefit plan through the healthcare exchange. One of the goals of the healthcare exchange, as a part of the Affordable Care Act, is to help you to compare plans and benefits to ensure you are choosing the best plan...
The word “National Treasure” usually conjures up images such as Mount Rushmore, the Lincoln Memorial, or Yellowstone National Park. This Veterans Day, let’s also remember that some of our most precious national treasures are also people.
To all Veterans who have served this wonderful country, we thank you, with all of our hearts.
Here are three ways to help you celebrate Veterans Day and help serve those who have served all of us in the United States.
1st Family Dental’s very own Vicky Khawaja, Marketing Director, had the honor of attending the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital’s annual Fashion Show in Chicago on November 1. This year’s theme was “Dream a Little Dream.” 1st Family Dental was invited to the event because of our successful campaign to...
Dear Teens,
Normally we spend a lot of time talking to your parents and other adults about you. Today, we, the Orthodontists at 1st Family Dental, are talking directly to YOU about something extremely important that’s going on for a lot of you right now.
Gap bands. Teens all over the U.S. have been attempting a dangerous trend, attempting to “straighten” or remove a gap between their teeth on their own, using orthodontic rubber bands or other elastics. PLEASE, if you’re thinking about it, read this first.
October is National Orthodontic Health Month, hosted by the American Association of Orthodontics. All month long, we’ll be sharing interesting tips, facts and information about all things braces and orthodontics. You’ll also meet the members of our outstanding orthodontic team, including our orthodontists and staff. Have you been thinking about braces, Invisalign, or other orthodontic treatment to achieve a straight and healthy smile for yourself or a loved one? This month, RIGHT NOW, is the time to come in for a complimentary orthodontic consultation because we’re giving away $500 Amazon.com gift cards for two lucky winners!
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