Westgate Dental Care Blog

Happy 20th Anniversary! This September marks our 20th year of serving patients in Arlington Heights and surrounding communities.  What a journey it has been and continues to be!

While veneers come with a higher upfront investment, they also have one of the longest lifespans – they can last for well over a decade with proper care! While that of course starts with routine brushing and biannual checkups, it also extends to the foods and drinks you enjoy. To learn a few minor diet changes with veneers that can help prolong their lifespan, keep reading!

Are you unsure of how to care for your child’s growing smile? Don’t be discouraged – it’s not like there is a one-size-fits-all guidebook to help! While your child’s dentist is a great resource, sometimes learning a few important facts about children’s dentistry is all that’s needed to help guide you. With this in mind, keep reading to learn five things you may not know about the topic!

According to the latest estimates, TikTok has upwards of 1 billion active users. As a result, it’s one of the largest social media platforms (sitting at the top with Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter). While this app is a great resource for connecting with friends and finding healthy recipes, there’s also a lot of misinformation that spreads like wildfire. “Veneers check,” a dangerous dental trend, has recently been making its way throughout the platform. To learn all about it, and why it’s so serious, keep reading.

When it comes to maintaining their healthy smile, many patients focus on the “dos” of oral health, like brushing twice a day, flossing daily, and getting a dental checkup every six months. Of course, it’s equally as important to focus on the “don’ts,” even if they don’t get as much attention. After all, the last thing you want is to wind up with a painful dental emergency! With this in mind, here are five things your dentist never puts in their mouth.

Although veneers can be completed in as little as two appointments and are one of the most cost-effective treatments in the long run, they still require an investment of your time and money. So, naturally, you want them to last as long as possible. Choosing the right toothpaste for your veneers is a key part of that! To learn what to look out for when picking one, read on.

In 2012, “influencer” wasn’t a job. Flash forward to 2022, and it’s a career that comes with brand collaborations, invites to movie premieres, and other lavish perks. Since these content creators have a hectic schedule that requires them to be camera-ready 24/7, it’s not too surprising that many of them turned to their dentist for a flawless smile. Here are four social media influencers with veneers!

Did you know that roughly 150 million Americans consume coffee? That’s about 50% of the US population! So, if you enjoy a warm cup of coffee in the morning or an afternoon cold brew to wake you up, you’re certainly not alone. Unfortunately, this delicious and energizing beverage is one of the biggest culprits of dental discoloration. But is that true even if you have veneers? To learn the answer, keep reading.

When it comes to oral care, all you have to do is brush twice a day and floss daily, right? Actually, there is a lot more to it! In fact, even if you’re an avid brusher, you may be making a few errors that are compromising the condition of your teeth and gums. With this in mind, keep reading to learn a few teeth-cleaning mistakes that make your dentist cringe!

Dreaming of a whiter smile? You’re not alone. In fact, when the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry asked people what they wanted to improve about their grin, the most popular answer was “whiter teeth.” Furthermore, a recent survey found that a whopping 80% of Americans between the ages of 18 and 49 want a brighter smile. There is some good news: summer is the perfect time to schedule your teeth whitening treatment. Here’s why!