Did you know that you're supposed to change your toothbrush? (We hope you knew that!) Do you know the importance of changing your toothbrush and how often you should do it? Any ideas? Well, there ... Read More
Tooth Care
Straight and white teeth
Happy Friday Sugar Fix Friends! Spring has sprung in Chicago and the “straight and white teeth spring craze” has arrived at Sugar Fix! Everyone is loving the new Invisalign option to do 5-10 ... Read More
Stumped on a Gift Idea for Mom?
We love them with all of our hearts and know them better than most others do, so why is it such a task to think of a Mother’s Day gift for the leading lady in our lives? If your mom is like mine, she ... Read More
Meditation and Teeth, What’s the Connection?
Do you suffer from any of the following: sore neck, grinding your teeth during the day, headaches in the morning or throughout the day? If you answered YES to any of these questions, ... Read More
Lower crowding, what’s a quick fix?
How to correct your lower teeth crowding problem We see this every day at Sugar Fix. Patients come in that had braces before, but never received a retainer. Another patient would have had a retainer, ... Read More
The best chewing gum for your teeth
These days, many dentists recommend you chew gum to reduce the bacteria in your mouth that causes cavities. But not all gums are created equal. Here are some of the best gums to choose, and what to ... Read More
The 7 worst foods & eating habits that damage smiles
Here's a list of some of the 7 of the most damaging foods and eating habits that damage teeth, smiles, and dental work. Dark-colored beverages. These include soda, tea, and coffee. These drinks ... Read More
Dental night guards: Pros and Cons
Post by Ashley Nelson. Most people that we see in our office have or are in need of a dental night guard to wear at night to protect their teeth. With all of the technology that is available to us, ... Read More
Gingivitus: Poor dental hygeine is the most common cause
Post by Sarah Kakish. How many of you occasionally just go to bed, instead of flossing and brushing your teeth? Or maybe you're been guilty of sleeping in and starting your day off without brushing ... Read More
Forgot to wear your retainer, and now your teeth have shifted?
Post by Ashley Nelson. Did you have orthodontics as a teenager or young adult? Most people who did were given a fitted clear retainer to wear at night. For most, a few nights unworn turns ... Read More