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posted: Mar. 21, 2023.

Time flies when we are not at the dentist! Before you know it, years may have gone by. Let’s take a moment to explain what takes place when a patient Read more

posted: Mar. 14, 2023.

Millions of people, around Westchester, Illinois and beyond, wear green on St. Patrick’s Day so they can show their spirit for the holiday and avoid getting pinched. While it may Read more

posted: Mar. 07, 2023.

At Dr. Michelle DeVaull Pinkerton & Dr. Lisa Voorhees, we know the most common oral health diseases are tooth decay and periodontal disease (or gum disease), and both are among Read more

posted: Feb. 28, 2023.

Dental problems do not always wait for normal office hours. Broken fillings or damaged teeth are common reasons for emergency treatment. Toothaches and abscesses can also require prompt attention. the Read more

posted: Feb. 21, 2023.

You take a sip of soda – and someone remarks, “That’s going to ruin your teeth!” Is that true? Is sweet soda the enemy of a healthy smile? The answer, unfortunately, Read more

posted: Feb. 14, 2023.

Valentine’s Day, also known as Saint Valentine’s Day, has been said to originate with a Catholic priest named Valentine several thousand year ago. Valentine defied the emperor at the time Read more

posted: Feb. 07, 2023.

When we think of sports and dental damage, we naturally think of hockey and football. But when it comes to the actual number of dental injuries suffered each year, vying Read more

posted: Jan. 31, 2023.

Is there a link between oral health and heart health? This is a question that has been receiving a lot of attention in recent studies. While as yet there is Read more

posted: Jan. 24, 2023.

Pregnancy involves a lot of alterations in your health. Dr. Michelle DeVaull Pinkerton & Dr. Lisa Voorhees is here to help you understand the oral health aspects of your pregnancy. As Read more

posted: Jan. 17, 2023.

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

posted: Jan. 10, 2023.

Health and beauty trends surface on the web every day, and it can be difficult to tell which ones are worth your time, or even safe, for that matter. Perhaps Read more

posted: Jan. 03, 2023.

Just because it’s cold out there doesn’t mean you’ll give up keeping fit and active! Winter is the season for some of our favorite team sporting activities, and when you’re Read more

posted: Dec. 27, 2022.

New Year’s Day marks the beginning of the calendar year in most parts of the world. The holiday is celebrated on January 1st of each year. Customs and celebrations vary Read more

posted: Dec. 20, 2022.

Today, the doctor and our team at Dr. Michelle DeVaull Pinkerton & Dr. Lisa Voorhees thought we would examine the relationship between osteoporosis and oral health, since 40 million Americans Read more

posted: Dec. 13, 2022.

At Dr. Michelle DeVaull Pinkerton & Dr. Lisa Voorhees, we know that brushing your toddler’s teeth can be an intimidating prospect. So we’re providing a few tips in the hope Read more

posted: Dec. 06, 2022.

If you are waking up with jaw pain, tension headaches, or facial pain, you may be suffering from a condition known as bruxism. This means you could be grinding or Read more

posted: Nov. 29, 2022.

Have you ever looked in the mirror and noticed that your teeth looked longer? Does it seem like your gums are shrinking? This condition is called recession—many adults have it. Read more