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Author: Anonymous posted: Oct. 18, 2022.

Does your mouth always feel like it’s dry? If it does you may be suffering from xerostomia. Xerostomia is defined as dry mouth resulting from reduced or absent saliva flow. Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Oct. 11, 2022.

Painful nails and cuticles, ruined manicures, reluctance to shake hands—there are so many good reasons to overcome the nail biting habit. But did you know that biting your nails is Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Oct. 04, 2022.

the doctor, as well as our team at Paula S. Fillak, DMD, Ltd., would like to give those patients with flex spend, health savings, or insurance benefits a friendly end Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Sep. 27, 2022.

At Paula S. Fillak, DMD, Ltd., we know our patients love a good amount of rest each night in order to be energized for the day and week ahead. After Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Sep. 20, 2022.

They’re often mentioned together, and that’s understandable. After all, they’re the strongest parts of the body, they’re made of many of the same elements, they both require a diet rich Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Sep. 13, 2022.

Have you been thinking about getting an oral piercing lately? It could seem enticing because they look trendy or cool, but it’s worth know the health risks associated with oral Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Sep. 06, 2022.

For many individuals, autumn brings with it a number of new beginnings. Fall is the time that many people return to school, get back to the daily grind after an Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Aug. 30, 2022.

Labor Day is upon us, and that means the non-official end to summer. Before the kids head back to school and temperatures start to cool down, this is your last Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Aug. 23, 2022.

Children’s oral health differs from the needs of adults in many ways. It’s vital for you to understand what your child needs to keep his or her teeth healthy. the Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Aug. 16, 2022.

Tooth decay affects everyone, with studies reporting that 92% of adults have had a cavity at one point in their lifetime. In more serious instances of tooth decay, however, the Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Aug. 09, 2022.

As you grow older, your mind may be preoccupied with the health of your bones, heart, or brain. However, our team at Paula S. Fillak, DMD, Ltd. will tell you Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Aug. 02, 2022.

We turn on the tap and it comes rushing out. We walk down the hall at work or school and stop at the fountain without even thinking about it. It’s Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Jul. 26, 2022.

Creating good dental hygiene habits early in your child’s life is essential to the health of his or her teeth, even when your infant doesn’t have any. By starting now, Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Jul. 19, 2022.

Have you ever wondered why some people have dull and yellow teeth, while others have bright, white smiles? It’s not luck. Everyone’s teeth naturally dull over time because of aging and Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Jul. 12, 2022.

It's a habit many people have and not only can it be annoying to the people around you, it can be detrimental to your dental health. Chewing ice is so Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Jul. 05, 2022.

For many of our patients at Paula S. Fillak, DMD, Ltd., summer means a season of relaxation, vacation, and outdoor fun and activities. While you can’t take a vacation from Read more