When you imagine a “perfect smile,” what does that smile look like? Chicagoland cosmetic dentists find that the answer to this question is personal, tailored to your own aesthetic preferences. Perfection is an impossible ideal, so its meaning is based on contemporary individual and cultural preferences. Thus, the idea of a perfect smile has slowly […]

We each have our own, predetermined grooming routines, and preferred ways we present ourselves to the world. People are constantly searching for new methods of self-improvement, tweaking those routines until they are perfect. Hinsdale Dentistry offers cosmetic self-improvement that doesn’t need to be worked at every day: hydrogen peroxide teeth whitening we complete in a […]

Once upon a time, orthodontic treatment meant one thing: a mouth full of metal. Patients hoping to straighten their teeth had no alternative, and orthodontists and dentists were limited to that single course of orthodontic treatment. Today, we’re fortunate to enjoy a variety of orthodontic options, allowing patients to straighten their teeth in the manner […]

It’s January 8th, 2013! How has the first week of your new year been going? Though the marker of a new year is something basic, the turning over of the calendar inspires people to turn over new pages in their lives; thus, the New Year’s resolution. Though people often focus on physical self-improvement as a […]

Your Hinsdale IL dentists hope that you had a safe and happy end to your holidays, and your year! This week, we’re looking back at our blog and selecting a few of our favorite posts. We feel that these articles are not only interesting and topical, but best highlight what sets our Hinsdale dental practice […]

Happy Holidays! Your dentist is here to check in with you before the final leg of your celebrations. You’ve been feasting, socializing, and relaxing; but have you spent any time thinking about your teeth? We understand that you’ve been preoccupied with holiday festivities, but as New Year’s Eve approaches, your dentist has a few handy tips […]

As the end of the year approaches, many of us are reflecting on the accomplishments we made in 2012 and our goals for the next twelve months. Many of those lists are topped with changes we hope to make to our personal appearances. Maybe we want to lose ten pounds, or spend more time putting […]

Many dental patients practice less than stellar dental care. We understand – our busy lives make it difficult to take extra time out of the day for something as seemingly unimportant as flossing. But superb, at-home dental care doesn’t need to be time consuming or difficult. Your Hinsdale, IL dentist is hoping to provide you […]

Your Hinsdale, IL dentists are constantly searching for ways to enhance your time spent in the dental chair. Comfortable patients are more likely to be receptive of information about their dental health and return to the dentist regularly to maintain their healthy teeth. And, most simply: happy patients mean happy dentists! Providing painless dental care […]

During the holiday season, you spend a great deal of time greeting old friends and family, meeting new acquaintances, and grooming yourself to put your best face forward. Because  we’re engaging in these social gatherings, we’re hyper conscious of our appearance and critical of features with which we aren’t completely satisfied. Enter crooked teeth. Throughout […]

Wondering about the common dental milestones that will occur during your child’s development? Hinsdale pediatric dentists allow that while it is important to adhere to certain guidelines (like commencing dental visits around your child’s first birthday), different kids will experience dental development at different speeds. Additionally, this dental attitudes survey suggests that children are more […]

Hinsdale Dentistry’s roots go back to 1969 when they first opened their doors in downtown Hinsdale. Dr. Harnois grew up in Hinsdale and is actively involved in the community. This April they moved the practice to their new state of the art, high tech facility over looking Salt Creek and Fullersburg Woods at 911 N. […]

Traditionally, orthodontic treatment is viewed as an uncomfortable, difficult, long-term ordeal mostly prescribed for adolescents. However, more adults are now seeking orthodontic treatment to correct problems that have gone untreated. Among these problems are crooked, crowded or widely spaced teeth, and malocclusions. [pullquote]Invisalign uses plastic trays to gradually move your teeth into position.[/pullquote] Treating Malocclusion with […]

How many months until you’ve got a gorgeously straight smile? After you start Invisalign, you’re eager to see noticeable results. After all, one of the major advantages of clear aligners is that you can see your teeth straightening along the way. But how many months until your efforts pay off? Of course, the answer is […]

Dental implants are a permanent, natural-looking option to restore missing teeth. Implants look and feel just like your natural teeth. Modern advances in implant dentistry make implants available for more and more people who wish to pursue a different treatment than traditional dentures. Almost any tooth can be replaced with a dental implant. [pullquote]If you are […]

Imperfections in your teeth can make you feel self-conscious about your looks as a whole. If you’re afraid to smile, you might have a hard time enjoying yourself in social situations, or might avoid smiling, giving people the impression that you’re not having a good time. If you have irregularities in your teeth, our cosmetic […]

For years, the dental drill has been the only tool available to remove decayed material from a tooth. Innovations in laser technology, though, have brought tools such as the BIOLASE® Waterlase® to modern dentistry. Laser dentistry reduces discomfort, noise, vibration and even the time spent in the dentist’s chair, making it easier for patients to […]