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If you are facing tooth loss or have upcoming dental extractions, you may be exploring your options for ways to regain the functionality of your teeth and appearance of your smile. At , Dr. Dean Dietrich offers patients in the Dolton, IL area a number of tooth replacement options to meet a variety of needs. […]

Dentures are a common tooth replacement option for people who are missing several teeth. While many people think of the functional transformation that dentures can have on your mouth, enabling you to eat the foods you like again and chew normally, a lot of people don’t realize the positive impact that they can also have […]

Cosmetic teeth whitening is a popular treatment option for South Holland area patients interested in rejuvenating their smile when yellowing or discoloration occur. The teeth can become darker due to medications, food, beverages, and even personal habits. The years can have a negative effect on the smile, and some patients are even combating genetics that […]

A full denture replaces all of the upper teeth, or all of the lower teeth. If you are wearing a denture, or a complete set with uppers and lowers, then chances are you’ve already had more than your share of dental problems. After years of contending with gum disease, infections, or chronic toothaches, the last […]

Thanks to modern dental care, the rate of edentulism (tooth loss) is lower than ever, and continues to drop. However, it is still a prevalent condition, usually caused by gum disease, decay, or injury. Whatever the reason, if you have missing teeth, replacing them is important for your health, appearance, and chewing efficiency. Here at […]

A partial denture is a removable appliance used to replace some, but not all, teeth in an arch. Dr. Dietrich of offers several tooth replacement options, because everyone has different needs. Some people prefer the stability of a fixed restoration, while others consider removable appliances more convenient. Partial dentures are also popular because they are […]

Replacing missing teeth is important for your confidence, comfort, and oral health. Typically, your options are dentures, bridges, or dental implants. If you are like most people, when you hear “denture” you think of a full plate, replacing all of the upper or lower teeth. An often-overlooked option for replacing several, but not all, teeth […]

While the name would suggest otherwise, the “permanent” set of teeth that we all get during our elementary school years are not, in fact, permanent. Instead, these teeth can be lost due to trauma, decay, disease, or simply the aging process. If you’ve lost a tooth, or are noticing that several teeth seem to be […]

When a tooth is missing, it would be nice to think that money would not be a factor in your decision. Your smile is likely your greatest asset and deserves only the best. Unfortunately, for most Chicago-area patients, it’s important to find a comfortable, healthy, and affordable solution that gives them the smile they want […]

You see the ads for denture adhesives and probably think that this is what you will have to be using for the rest of your life if you find yourself needing a denture. The reality can be much different. Today there is even controversy over the amount of zinc in some of the adhesives that […]

Everyone hopes to keep his or her natural teeth in place, healthy, and attractive for life. Dr. Dietrich wants to help every patient accomplish that goal, and advances in modern dentistry are making it increasingly possible. Unfortunately, it doesn’t always work out that way. The good news is that modern dentistry has also given us […]

No one wants to go through life without any teeth, but replacing them seems easier said than done. Today’s dental patient has more options than ever, and that can be confusing. If you are looking for a dentist who will give you honest answers and quality dental work at a reasonable price, then you are […]