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1394 South Route 12 Fox Lake, IL 60020
Sep
27
Tooth decay and cavities affect most patients at some point in their lives. Children and adults are equally susceptible to decay, which is the result of harmful bacteria making their way into the crevices in our teeth, filled by sugars…
Aug
19
Cosmetic dentistry is not just recommended for making over a smile, but can also serve an important role in helping to maintain a healthy smile. As we age, tooth structure is weakened and can cause our teeth to become chipped…
Jul
27
Do you suffer with persistent bad breath? Is your bad breath affecting personal and professional interaction? Bad breath, also known as halitosis, can be the result of many things, including what you ate for dinner! However, if you have persistent…
Jun
24
Dental health can have a huge impact on the overall quality of life and well-being. This is why it is so important to maintain good oral health and to visit Dr. Tom Prendergast regularly. At the Fox Lake, IL office,…
Apr
28
We have all heard the phrase “the eyes are the window to the soul.” This is also true of the mouth, which is a window into the state of your overall health. During a routine visit to our Fox Lake,…
Mar
31
“The mouth is a portal into the rest of the body,” according to Dr. Donald Ratcliffe, chairman of the department of dental medicine at Staten Island University Hospital in New York. Research is consistently showing a relationship between bacteria and…
Feb
19
Each February, the American Dental Association sponsors National Children’s Dental Health Month. Fox Lake, IL Dentist Dr. Thomas Prendergast would like to take this opportunity to join them in promoting awareness about the benefits of good oral health- especially in…
Jan
25
Teeth grinding, also called bruxism, can occur in children and adults, although many children eventually outgrow the condition. It can also begin later in life as a result of stress or a bite disorder such as TMJ. Many people are…
Dec
21
The holidays are full of busy days, parties, family memories- and lots of great sweets and goodies that can affect not only our waistline- but our oral health! Fox Lake, IL Dentist Dr. Thomas Prendergast offers holiday wishes to all…
Nov
23
Preventive dental care is the foundation of your oral heath care and should be performed on a regular basis to ensure a lifelong healthy smile. The goal of Dr. Thomas Prendergast is to help patients maintain their oral health, as well…