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Dr. James B. Lago
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Dr. James B. Lago
- Park Ridge, Illinois
- Loyola University Medical Center
- Accepting new patients
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Do fillings make your teeth stronger?
Hello,
Nope, fillings are just like a cork in a bottle. Best you can do is avoid all sweets, acidic drinks, soda/carbonated beverages. Also, floss daily to avoid needing fillings READ MORE
Hello,
Nope, fillings are just like a cork in a bottle. Best you can do is avoid all sweets, acidic drinks, soda/carbonated beverages. Also, floss daily to avoid needing fillings in the first place.
Blessings,
Dr. J.B. Lago
Nope, fillings are just like a cork in a bottle. Best you can do is avoid all sweets, acidic drinks, soda/carbonated beverages. Also, floss daily to avoid needing fillings in the first place.
Blessings,
Dr. J.B. Lago
How do you whiten crowns and veneers?
Hello,
Sorry, if you want them whiter, you will have to replace them. Porcelain veneers to cover them usually don't last very long. They will pop off probably within a year, READ MORE
Hello,
Sorry, if you want them whiter, you will have to replace them. Porcelain veneers to cover them usually don't last very long. They will pop off probably within a year, and not cheaper than a new, improved crown.
Regards,
Dr. J.B. Lago
Sorry, if you want them whiter, you will have to replace them. Porcelain veneers to cover them usually don't last very long. They will pop off probably within a year, and not cheaper than a new, improved crown.
Regards,
Dr. J.B. Lago
How do you treat bone loss in teeth?
HELLO,
YOU NEED TO FLOSS, FLOSS, FLOSS!!! A MINIMUM OF ONCE PER DAY!!!
YOU NEED TO FLOSS, FLOSS, FLOSS!!! A MINIMUM OF ONCE PER DAY!!!
Can a cavity cause tooth loss?
Hello,
Yes, if you do not get rid of all the bacteria, decay will progress.
Regards,
Dr. J.B. Lago
Yes, if you do not get rid of all the bacteria, decay will progress.
Regards,
Dr. J.B. Lago
How do I keep my dentures from falling out?
Hello: If there is no bone, especially on the bottom, try Fixodent. Sorry, Dr. J.B.Lago
Is it better to whiten teeth at dentist or home?
I don't recommend off-the-shelf whitening. My system with the best results has always been to make a custom tray and then the patient utilizes a special gel that I prepare fresh READ MORE
I don't recommend off-the-shelf whitening. My system with the best results has always been to make a custom tray and then the patient utilizes a special gel that I prepare fresh daily to whiten at home under my close supervision. I also offer a 5-year warranty that teeth will not change back.
Hope this helps,
Dr. J.B. Lago
Hope this helps,
Dr. J.B. Lago
Can you get braces if you have cavities?
I highly recommend getting the bugs out first.
Regards,
Dr. J.B. Lago
Regards,
Dr. J.B. Lago
Does apple cider vinegar ruin your teeth?
Love the stuff, BUT I recommend brushing after each shot of acid.
Regards,
Dr. J.B. Lago
Regards,
Dr. J.B. Lago
How long after tooth bonding can I eat?
Unless you are told otherwise, you should be able to eat after all anesthesia has worn off.
Can a regular dentist do a bone graft?
Hello,
Yes, a regular dentist can do bone grafting and implants provided they have taken continuing Ed courses each year. Bone graphs are necessary, especially when considering READ MORE
Hello,
Yes, a regular dentist can do bone grafting and implants provided they have taken continuing Ed courses each year. Bone graphs are necessary, especially when considering an implant for the future.
Blessings,
Dr. JB Lago
Yes, a regular dentist can do bone grafting and implants provided they have taken continuing Ed courses each year. Bone graphs are necessary, especially when considering an implant for the future.
Blessings,
Dr. JB Lago
Do interdental brushes cause black triangles?
Yes, I believe some of the rigid disposable ones do damage interdental tissue. Stay with prox-a-brushes.
How long do veneers last?
Hello,
Typically, veneers last 8 to 10 years due to leakage of cement margins. On a conservative note, it’s always best to keep your teeth natural. Unless your teeth are damaged, READ MORE
Hello,
Typically, veneers last 8 to 10 years due to leakage of cement margins. On a conservative note, it’s always best to keep your teeth natural. Unless your teeth are damaged, full of decay or fillings, I would just whiten them and be happy with God's design.
Hope this helps.
Typically, veneers last 8 to 10 years due to leakage of cement margins. On a conservative note, it’s always best to keep your teeth natural. Unless your teeth are damaged, full of decay or fillings, I would just whiten them and be happy with God's design.
Hope this helps.
What is the importance of using dental floss?
Hello,
Brushing only cleans 3 of the 5 surfaces. Flossing cleans the other 2. Would you only clean 3 sides of your new car?
Brushing only cleans 3 of the 5 surfaces. Flossing cleans the other 2. Would you only clean 3 sides of your new car?
