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Make Every Day Earth Day
posted: Apr. 16, 2024.

Earth Day began in 1970 as an event to raise awareness of our environment. What began as a single day in April is now recognized around the world to bring Read more
Quit Smoking to Save Your Smile
posted: Apr. 09, 2024.

You’ve likely heard that smoking increases risk of lung cancer and emphysema. But did you realize that your cigarette habit also has an impact on your smile? Chronic smokers suffer Read more
April is National Facial Protection Month
posted: Apr. 02, 2024.

The Importance of Facial Protection Americans from all walks of life should mark April as National Facial Protection Month on their calendars. The American Association of Pediatric Dentistry, Academy for Sports Read more
Does flossing hurt your gums?
posted: Mar. 26, 2024.

Ideally, it should never hurt when you floss your teeth. But if you haven’t flossed in a long while or don’t do it regularly, you may experience sore or bleeding Read more
Should Adults Continue Fluoride Treatments?
posted: Mar. 19, 2024.

Many adults wonder if they should continue to receive fluoride treatments. Our team at Gerald Ward DDS wants to set the record straight about the usefulness of fluoride treatment for Read more
Go Green for St. Patrick’s Day
posted: Mar. 12, 2024.

Millions of people, around Burbank, Illinois and beyond, wear green on St. Patrick’s Day so they can show their spirit for the holiday and avoid getting pinched. While it may Read more
Good Nutrition Leads to Healthy Mouths
posted: Mar. 05, 2024.

At Gerald Ward DDS, we know the most common oral health diseases are tooth decay and periodontal disease (or gum disease), and both are among the easiest to prevent. One Read more
Best Ways to Prevent Bad Breath
posted: Feb. 27, 2024.

Nobody likes bad breath, and although it can sometimes be difficult to tell if you have it, it is always better to practice good oral health than risk having a Read more
Why do wisdom teeth need to be removed?
posted: Feb. 20, 2024.

the doctor and our team at Gerald Ward DDS get this question a lot. Wisdom teeth are the last teeth to come in, once young people get their adult teeth. Read more
The Start of Valentine’s Day
posted: Feb. 13, 2024.

Valentine’s Day, also known as Saint Valentine’s Day, has been said to originate with a Catholic priest named Valentine several thousand year ago. Valentine defied the emperor at the time Read more
Can I use mouthwash instead of flossing?
posted: Feb. 06, 2024.

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
Whitening an Artificial Tooth
posted: Jan. 30, 2024.

It’s a bit of a contradiction: you are justifiably proud of your beautiful dental work, but you don’t want it to be obvious when you smile. Dental prosthetics such as Read more
Thirsty? We Have Some Ideas on Tap
posted: Jan. 23, 2024.

No, we don’t mean the latest foamy offering from your favorite microbrewery. When you’re thirsty, one of the best options available is literally at your fingertips—tap water, straight from your Read more
Understanding Dental Insurance Terminology
posted: Jan. 16, 2024.

If you have a hard time understanding your dental insurance plan, particularly the treatments and services it covers, you’re not alone. That’s why the doctor and our team have put Read more
Protecting Your Smile with Mouthguards
posted: Jan. 09, 2024.

If you participate in sports or other physical activities, it’s wise to consider getting a mouthguard. Also known as mouth protectors, mouthguards are a device worn over the teeth to Read more
Going Green for the New Year
posted: Jan. 02, 2024.

Does your list of New Year’s resolutions for the coming months include reducing your ecological footprint? If so, let’s ring in the year with some basic—and some innovative—dental ideas to Read more