Recently the team at PDC spent the morning together freshening up on our CPR skills! We strongly feel it is important to have our entire team certified in CPR in case an emergency should arise in our office. We learned new techniques and are up to date on the protocols set by the American Red Cross. You can feel safe ...
The team at Pallotto Dental Care celebrated the Holiday Season at Little Italy. It was a wonderful night full of great food and laughter. We are thankful for our wonderful staff and awesome patients! Happy 2020!
As a reminder, if you have treatment you have put on hold, now may be a good time to schedule an appointment to maximize your insurance benefits and use any remaining flex account dollars you may have. Appointments fill up fast as we approach the Holiday season so call us today to schedule your appointment at 708-895-0778.
Dr. Wright began his interest in dentistry when he was young, by observing his father's practice as a Periodontist. As he grew older, he had a natural sense of helping others, especially those with discomfort. Through proper education to the patient, Dr. Wright helps patients understand their true dental needs, ...
Have you ever had the sinking feeling that something was wrong with a tooth? A blow to the mouth, a severe toothache, a filling or crown that falls out – all of these situations can make you wonder if you need emergency dentistry in Lansing, IL.
Any time you have questions or concerns about your teeth or gums, please
Dental crowns give new life to vulnerable teeth and can also work together with other dental treatments. If your general dentist in Lansing, IL recommends a crown as part of your treatment, you can rest assured that you’ll have a natural, durable tooth for years to come.
Here are a few common reasons dentists recommend dental crowns.
At Pallotto Dental Care, our Lansing, IL dentists want you to have a winning smile. One of the fastest and most versatile paths to this smile is porcelain veneers.
Porcelain veneers are a noninvasive approach to a great smile makeover.
Porcelain veneers are covers that go on over the fronts of existing teeth to camouflage a myriad ...
Did you know that many dental conditions are preventable? However, you may not be aware of decay or disease in your mouth until you have pain or sensitivity. By then, the problem may have already progressed and need treatment. Home dental care combined with in-office preventative dentistry in Lansing, IL, can help you avoid or even reverse cavities, gum ...
Have you ever heard someone tell a story about a root canal? Many people fear root canals, and that may be due in part to what they’ve heard rather than their own experiences. Dentists who perform root canals in Lansing, IL, know that patients’ fears about root canals are often based on misconceptions.
When a tooth’s inner pulp is infected, ...
Yes, it’s that time of year again!
As a reminder, if you have treatment you have put on hold, now may be a good time to schedule an appointment to maximize your insurance benefits and use any remaining flex account dollars you may have. Appointments fill up fast as we approach the Holiday season so call us today to schedule ...
You rush into work and immediately scan your calendar. Besides three meetings today, you also have your six-month cleaning and checkup with your dentist in Lansing today. How will you ever fit that into your busy day? After all, your teeth are not even hurting! Before you reach for the phone to cancel your appointment, here are a few ...
Your dentist has told you that your tooth needs root canal therapy. A root canal diagnosis is probably the worst news you've had in a long time. However, since you're feeling pain, you're ready to get your procedure underway. Here's what you can expect from root canal therapy from start to finish.
You may have heard ...
On Saturday, August 25, Dr Josephine Chang Pallotto hosted the second annual Oral Cancer Foundation Walk/Run for Awareness in Memory of Susan Chang alongside the Chicago Dental Society, the ADA, the University of Chicago Comprehensive Cancer Center, and multiple other sponsors. The walk was created in honor of Dr. Chang Pallotto's late mother who suffered from a form of oral cancer. With oral cancer on ...
Brushing your teeth is one of the simplest ways you can take charge of your overall health.
While they are basic and inexpensive, toothbrushes are one of your best defenses against plaque, cavities and gum disease. In order for your toothbrush to take care of you, it is equally important for you to take care of your toothbrush.
Below are three tips ...
There’s a reason why dentures are such a popular option for replacing missing teeth; they work well for many people and are easily adapted to the unique needs of each individual.
If you don't have a positive reaction to the idea of dentures, it’s probably because you don’t realize how advances in dentistry – from improved methods to state-of-the-art technology and ...
If you are new to the area or unhappy with your current dentist in Lansing, IL, it is a good idea to establish yourself and your family in a dental practice you can trust. By planning ahead, you will be able to book your routine dental appointments or get the care you need when you have a dental emergency.
Choosing a ...
Pallotto Dental Care will be teaming up with WGN radio this May in an effort to spread awareness about Oral Cancer Screenings!
Starting Wednesday, May 9th, WGN radio will begin this 10-week campaign to increase awareness regarding the need for a more thorough oral health examination. Pallotto Dental Care will be one of only a few dental offices who will be ...
You may have heard the term "gold standard" used when describing tooth replacement options. The dictionary defines it as the best or most reliable thing of its type, which is certainly true in the case of dental implants.
Before we talk about why implants are so effective, it helps to understand the basics of what they ...
Dr. Josephine Chang Pallotto was selected to speak at the opening session of the 2017 ADA annual session. She was asked to share her experience with a devastating life event that inspired her to become a philanthropist. Check it out!
Since her speaking debut at the ADA Annual Meeting Opening Session back in October, Dr. Chang Pallotto has been asked to be a guest blogger for the ADA New Dentist Blog! She has been asked to share her experience as a figure in the community serving as an Oral Cancer Walk Coordinator for the Oral Cancer Foundation.
Following this ...
As the end of the year approaches, make sure you take advantage of all of your year-end benefits. Many insurance plans reset on January 1, and flexible spending account balances don’t roll over from year to year. Contact us today to book your appointment and remember that appointments fill early, especially evenings and Saturdays. Don’t leave any benefits ...