Dental Bridge Information

Dr. L.C. Chilimigras may recommend a dental bridge in Battle Creek, Michigan, when a patient is missing one or more adult teeth. A dental bridge is made up of one or more replacement teeth with a dental crown attached on either side. The dental crowns are bonded to the teeth on either side of the gap. Dental Bridge Placement Our... read more »

Avoid These Brushing Mistakes When Cleaning Your Teeth

Cleaning your teeth is the essence of a healthy oral foundation. At Lakeview Dental Care, we promote a diligent daily oral hygiene practice, along with a balanced diet and regular six-month dental checkups to help you keep your smile strong in Battle Creek, Michigan. Let’s take a deeper look at some brushing mistakes you will want to avoid: -Your toothbrush... read more »

Properly Care for Your Smile

While visiting Lakeview Dental Care regularly for professional cleanings is very important, it is imperative that you pair this care with care of your own at home. Dr. L.C. Chilimigras recommends that you brush your teeth twice a day and floss once a day. What is the correct way to brush my teeth? Brush your teeth with a soft-bristled toothbrush... read more »

With Early Detection, Gingivitis Can Be Treated

Gum disease is a shockingly prevalent oral health problem afflicting an estimated 47% of the American population over the age of 30. This needless condition is often the result of poor oral hygiene and a failure to attend your regular dental checkups. This can leave plaque and other bacterial deposits on your teeth. In time, they could harden into dangerous... read more »

Invisalign® Can Improve Your Smile in as Little as Six to Eight Weeks

If the teeth in your smile suffer from minor alignment issues, you might feel self-conscious about your appearance. Sometimes traditional metal braces might not even be needed to improve your smile. In a case like this, your orthodontist, Dr. L.C. Chilimigras, can fit you for Invisalign® in Battle Creek, Michigan, which is a treatment that can give you the smile... read more »

How We Can Help If You Have Periodontitis

At Lakeview Dental Care located in Battle Creek, Michigan, Dr. Chilimigras and our team offer periodontal treatment for our patients who have gum disease. This is important, because if gingivitis--a mild form of gum disease--is left untreated, it can progress into periodontitis. While improved oral hygiene can often restore gum health while in the mild stage, once it advances it is much... read more »

How Each Tube of Toothpaste Benefits Your Chompers

Whether you believe it or not, there are many differences in each type of toothpaste, and each tube can help you in different ways. This is why it is so important to make sure you are using the best paste for your smile. To help you know which toothpaste will best benefit you, our Lakeview Dental Care team has put... read more »

Details About the ADA Seal of Acceptance

The American Dental Association seal of acceptance logo is a small, green square that is placed on products that have passed tests that have evaluated for safety and effectiveness. This program has been around since 1931 and it is still the gold standard today. The ADA does not receive compensation for placing this logo on dental care products, and the... read more »

5 Ways You Can Fight Dental Cavities

Cavities are painful, inconvenient dental problems that develop when people don’t properly take care of their smiles. Once the cavities have developed, the dentist will need to use a dental drill to remove the decayed portion of the tooth. Then, the dentist will fill the tooth with a product that will restore its health. If you are one who wants... read more »

Flossing is Sometimes More Important than Brushing Your Teeth

For as long as most of us can remember, we have been told to brush our teeth twice everyday. However, the average person brushes their teeth once a day, and on good days they brush twice! But what about flossing each day? Did you know that flossing is actually considered more important than brushing? So, why do people forget such... read more »