Smile, the New Year is Almost Here!
- posted: Jan. 01, 2025
We’ve been celebrating the new year for a really, really long time. It goes way back, but it started formally in 1582, when Pope George XIII made January 1st the Read More
I drink a lot of coffee. Could it be hurting my smile?
- posted: Dec. 25, 2024
At Andris Family Dental, we know most of our patients enjoy a cup of coffee or two throughout the day. But what many of you don’t know is that coffee Read More
Your Toddler’s First Dental Visit
- posted: Dec. 18, 2024
It’s common for toddlers to be wary of strangers, but their first experience at the dentist shouldn’t be a scary one. the doctor and our team have five tips for Read More
Preventing Toddler Tooth Decay
- posted: Dec. 11, 2024
You do everything you can to protect your toddler with safeguards large and small. Installing that complicated car seat. Figuring out which sunscreen is best for delicate skin. Spending weeks Read More
‘Tis the Season—for Healthy Dental Choices!
- posted: Dec. 04, 2024
It might be the most wonderful time of the year, but if you’re dashing through the snow to an emergency dental appointment, you’re not feeling very jolly. And post-holiday, no Read More
Thanksgiving
- posted: Nov. 27, 2024
At Andris Family Dental, we love to celebrate the holidays with vigor! the doctor would love to share some unique ways of celebrating Thanksgiving from beyond the Morton, Illinois area Read More
We are committed to your oral health!
- posted: Nov. 20, 2024
Dental visits are often negatively associated with discomfort in many people’s minds. But at Andris Family Dental, the doctor and our team have created an atmosphere focused on dispelling those Read More
Does Your Filling Need Replacing?
- posted: Nov. 13, 2024
No matter how wonderfully something works for us, there comes a day when a replacement might be necessary. This holds true whether it’s the latest and greatest smart phone, or Read More
November Marks National Diabetes Awareness Month
- posted: Nov. 06, 2024
Diabetes is a chronic disease that increases the risk for many serious health problems, including severe gum disease. November is Diabetes Awareness Month, and it’s a great time for us Read More
Halloween: Candy, costumes, and more!
- posted: Oct. 30, 2024
All Hallows' Eve, more commonly known as Halloween, is a yearly event celebrated on October 31, and one that is anticipated by the young and young at heart all over Read More
Best Tips to Make Your Teeth Look Whiter
- posted: Oct. 23, 2024
Your teeth were once naturally white and bright. Wouldn't it be great to keep them that way all of your life? Unfortunately, everyday living can dim our smiles. Food, coffee, Read More
Energy Drinks and Your Teeth
- posted: Oct. 16, 2024
When working out, studying late, or any time we feel like a bit of a boost would come in handy, energy drinks are a common go-to for many teens and Read More
Ancient Grains for Modern Diets
- posted: Oct. 09, 2024
One of the latest foods in dietary news is also one of the oldest—ancient grains. What makes these old-timers so appealing to modern tastes? Let’s run down the menu! Why Are Read More
Year-End Insurance Reminder
- posted: Oct. 02, 2024
the doctor, as well as our team at Andris Family Dental, would like to give those patients with flex spend, health savings, or insurance benefits a friendly end of the Read More
The Connection Between Your Mouth and Your Heart
- posted: Sep. 25, 2024
At Andris Family Dental, we know your dental health is closely connected to your overall health. We also know that the mouth can oftentimes be the first place to show Read More
What to Do When Your Child Has a Loose Tooth
- posted: Sep. 18, 2024
When your child loses a tooth for the first time, you both have a lot to look forward to. Sharing in the “I’m a big kid!” excitement. Tales of the Read More