Opioid Abuse: Lives Lost in 2016 The ADA has stated that approximately 42,000 people passed away in 2016 from opioid abuse. This is the highest number of people having fallen victim to opioid overdose for a long time, marking a tragic height in our current epidemic....
Canker sores and cold sores are often confused. The herpes simplex virus causes cold sores, and they are highly contagious. Generally, cold sores appear on the outside of the mouth, and on the lips, but they can also be transferred to other parts of the body,...
The best way to manage your bad breath, says Dr. Attar of Libertyville, IL, is to go right to the source of the problem, rather than trying to mask it with chewing gum or breath mints. Here are five possible culprits for causing bad breath: Improper Brushing If you...
Subtle changes in your body as well as lifestyle habits you have can affect the shape, structure, and health of your teeth. In your routine cleaning and examination, Dr. Attar looks for these changes to let you know if your habits are adversely affecting your health,...
What you eat and drink affects your general health, but it also affects your oral health. This is why a good diet is important to maintaining healthy teeth and gums. There are certain products that you should avoid or consume in moderation. Watching What You...
Temporomandibular Joint Disorder, or TMJ, is a painful condition that can cause annoying symptoms such as popping, clicking and tenderness of the jaw. Perhaps most alarmingly, it can make it difficult to move the jaw. Some common causes of TMJ include stress, injury,...
Ala Dean Attar DMDAla Dean Attar DMDAla Dean Attar DMD is a dentist in Libertyville, IL who provides the following services: Bridges/ Partials Crowns Specialty Dentures Fillings/Restorations- Resins/ No Amalgams Implants Veneers Whitening Root Canals Sealants Extractions Hygiene - Scale and root planning. Serving Libertyville, Lake Forest, Vernon Hills, Great Lakes, and Gurnee, IL.712 Florsheim Drive #12Libertyville,IL60048USA847-573-1904 Attar Smiles
