Help Avoid Illness With Great Oral Care.

It has been a brutal winter and as the temperatures finally rise and you spend more time outdoors you are subjected to more germs.  Dental health may translate into better overall health.  Keep your mouth clean and stay healthier as the seasons change.

It starts with a fresh, clean toothbrush.  The price that you pay for a new one is miniscule indeed if you have a healthier spring.  An unclean toothbrush is teaming with germs and bacteria.  Replace your toothbrush every few months whether it appears to be worn down or not.

Now, if you happen to be unfortunate and get sick immediately replace your toothbrush as soon as you feel better.  If you don’t you may put those awful germs back in your body over and over again.  This may seem logical, but most people are just happy to be feeling better and forget this obvious fact.

Above all, visit your dentist for a spring cleaning and check-up.  If you live in Carol Stream and western suburban Chicagoland that dentist should be Blackman and Bliss DDS providing all areas of general dentistry.  Give them a call today at (630) 260-0333…and keep on smiling!

Serving Smiles With A Smile

Blackman & Bliss DDS has been serving the communities of Bloomingdale, Wheaton and Carol Stream for over 30 years. It's no coincidence how many beautiful smiles live within these areas. If you are new to the area and are in need of a full service Dentist and Orthodontist look no further than us! Or, if you aren't new to the area but haven't come to visit us--what are you waiting for? We'd love to see you!

We take pride in your smile. Call us today to find out how we can help brighten your smile.
(630) 260-0333

What Are The Tips To Prevent The Gum Disease Gingivitis?

Gum disease is a serious but often painless disease. Many people don't know they have it until the damage has been done. Research links gum disease to diabetes and heart disease. If you catch gum disease early, you can protect your teeth and gums. You may even help protect your overall health.
The first stage of gum disease: gingivitis.

Gingivitis is the mildest form of gum disease. Signs of gingivitis include red, swollen gums that bleed when you brush or floss.

You can reverse gingivitis if you:

1. Brush daily
2. Floss daily
3. Get regular cleanings

You should also know:
Gum disease is an infection of the gums. Your gums hold your teeth in place tightly. Many people don't realize they have gum disease until damage has been done.If you catch it early, you can treat gum disease without surgery.

Instilling Great Dental Habits In Your Child.

Dental care starts day one. Before we even have teeth, we have to treat our gums right. For a great way to instill great dental habits in your child, here are a few tips.
Want to prevent your child from developing tooth decay? Want to eliminate the bacteria known to cause it?
Follow stringent dental care practices, and you can drastically reduce the bacteria present in the mouth, cutting the risk of tooth decay significantly. Fortunately, this is not a difficult goal, if you follow these simple dental care steps:



1. Avoid giving young children sweetened beverages, sugary snacks, or a large number of snacks throughout the day.
2. Never dip pacifiers in honey as a way to calm your baby.
3. Do not allow an infant to fall asleep with a bottle.
4. Do not share utensils or cups with your children to avoid spreading the bacteria in your own mouth to theirs.
5. Help small children brush their teeth properly to ensure good oral health over the long term.
6. Supervise your children's brushing sessions.
7. Make sure they have the right type of toothpaste.
8. Flossing is important for older children, to eliminate food particles that can easily lead to the tooth decay.

A Competent Dentist In Chicagoland Who Is Knowledgeable In All Fields Of Dentistry.

When looking for a competent dentist who is knowledgable and accredited in all fields of dentistry, look no further than Blackman and Bliss DDS. Serving Bloomingdale, Wheaton and Carol Stream for more than three decades.

Dr.Blackman and Dr.Bliss, along with our professional staff will make you feel at ease. We understand some dentist offices can be cold and unwelcoming. As a community based business, we pride ourselves on maintaining and improving the oral health of generations of families that come through our office over the years. Building relationships and knowing our patients and providing them with the best quality care for affordable rates.

Whatever your dental and or orthodontic needs are, we have you covered. Offering a full array of plans and options, we will work with you to achieve optimal oral health.

Call us today for an appointment. Let us serve you and your family for generations to come.

Poor Dental Care Is In Direct Correlation With Heart Disease.

So you haven't been to the dentist since the late 80's. You're scared to go now and just decide to avoid the dentist all together. Instead you opt to hang out with the grim reaper. A bit far fetched? Not really.

Did you know poor dental care is in direct correlation with heart disease? Think of all of those times you ducked the dentist only to let an infection in the mouth get into your blood stream, travel to your heart and- well, you know the rest. Scared? You should be. You should be scared if you don't visit a dentist regularly. Sure dentists grab those cold tools and put you under that bright light while the hose slurps your mouth dry. Small price to pay to avoid heart disease, wouldn't you say?

So, if you haven't visited a dentist since the Reagan administration and are wary of what he may do to you, think of the daily assault not only to your teeth, but to your body. Unless your a mechanic, you most likely take your car in for repair. Regard your teeth with as much maintenance as your beloved car. Even Dentists see Dentists- Kind of hard to work on your own mouth under sedation.

Be afraid of the dark, be afraid of spiders but don't be afraid of the dentist. We're here to help. We just want to hang out twice a year. Gingivitis wants to homestead in your mouth. We don't sound so bad anymore, do we?