Have you ever wondered what dental veneers can do for your smile? If so, you are not alone. Thousands of people question the possibility of having a flawless smile and wonder if they would find the answers. Luckily, Dr. L.C. Chilimigras and our team here at Lakeview Dental Care in Battle Creek, Michigan, is happy to talk to you about... read more »

Have you lost one or more teeth? Would you like to have your smile restored, both visually and functionally? Look no further! Ask Dr. L.C. Chilimigras about a dental bridge in Battle Creek, Michigan. A dental bridge can close a gap in your smile by replacing a missing tooth or teeth. Dental bridges have many benefits. They prevent the remaining... read more »

Not all bad breath is caused by what you eat. Other underlying illnesses and medications you may be taking can also bring about conditions that increase your risk of bad breath. Plaque buildup is frequently caused by foods, but there are other conditions that can exacerbate its effects on your smile. For example, if you are taking any medications, a... read more »

Your child’s dental care during their formative years may leave much to be desired. As they are unaccustomed to regular brushing and flossing, cracks and crevices in your child’s mouth may suffer unintentional neglect which can lead to the development of cavities. To help prevent your child from having cavities, we offer a preventative treatment called dental sealants. The application... read more »

If you’ve ever known anyone with sleep apnea, you probably know that it can lead to snoring and other strange sounds. However, do you know exactly how you might deal with sleep apnea itself? Unfortunately, as you might have guessed, sleep apnea can be hard to diagnose on your own since you snore when you’re sleeping. However, there are a... read more »

Occasionally biting your tongue during a meal or while chewing gum isn’t that uncommon. This type of tongue injury proves more of a nuisance than a serious cause for concern. However, there are also times when an accident, oral trauma or blow to the face can cause a tongue injury that requires first aid. In a situation of this magnitude,... read more »

A dental bridge in Battle Creek, Michigan, is a single piece of dental work that is custom-crafted in a dental lab to replicate a missing tooth. It is fused to a pair of crowns on each end. Once your dentist, Dr. L.C. Chilimigras, cements it into place, it will restore the presence, function, and appearance of the missing tooth for... read more »

The molars and premolars in the back of your mouth are called upon to chew and grind the foods you enjoy. This is possible because of the deeply textured enamel on the occlusal surfaces of each tooth. For some people, these natural pits and fissures are so deep that they can trap plaque and food particles. If they prove to... read more »

Teeth grinding is a dangerous habit that is also known as bruxism. Many people suffer from this habit and they don’t even know it. So, if you ever wake up with a dull headache or sore jaw, chances are that you suffer from the teeth-grinding habit. If this is the case, please seek treatment as soon as possible. To help... read more »

There are times when something like a hard fall, a blow to the face, or other oral accident can chip the enamel on one of your teeth. When this happens, residual food particles and plaque can become trapped in the area. This can promote dangerous tooth decay. To treat this problem, your dentist, Dr. L.C. Chilimigras, will often recommend a... read more »