ROBERT SILVERS, DMD
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Actor David Ramsey Says: Don't Forget to Floss!
posted: Apr. 28, 2016.
Can you have healthy teeth and still have gum disease? Absolutely! And if you don’t believe us, just ask actor David Ramsey. The cast member of TV hits such Read more -
Jaw Surgery may be Necessary to Correct Some Types of Poor Bites
posted: Apr. 13, 2016.
In a normal bite, the upper and lower teeth line up and fit together when you close your jaws. When they don’t, you have a poor bite or “malocclusion.” Read more -
Chrissy Teigen's Teeth-Grinding Troubles
posted: Mar. 29, 2016.
It might seem that supermodels have a fairly easy life — except for the fact that they are expected to look perfect whenever they’re in front of a camera. Read more -
Find out What Kind of Tooth Staining you Have Before Seeking a Solution
posted: Mar. 14, 2016.
Stained teeth can be embarrassing — so much so you may even hesitate to smile. Before you seek out a whitening solution, though, there are a few things you Read more -
Dental Magic Transforms Smiles
posted: Mar. 06, 2016.
Magician Michel Grandinetti can levitate a 500-pound motorcycle, melt into a 7-foot-tall wall of solid steel, and make borrowed rings vanish and reappear baked inside bread. Yet the master Read more -
3 Tips for Minimizing Enamel Erosion from Sports Drinks
posted: Feb. 20, 2016.
Sports drinks have been widely touted as an ideal way to replenish carbohydrates, electrolytes and, of course, fluids after a strenuous event or workout. But the mixtures of many Read more -
Let Crowns Strengthen Your Smile
posted: Feb. 08, 2016.
Learn more about dental crowns and how they protect teeth from further damage. A damaged tooth needs to be addressed right away. In fact, a cracked, fractured or broken tooth is Read more -
Dwight Howard: A Bright NBA Star With a Smile to Match
posted: Feb. 05, 2016.
Have you started orthodontic treatment recently? Are you having a little trouble getting used to your braces? If so, you are not alone: Everybody goes through an adjustment period Read more -
Sealants Provide a Little Extra Protection for Children at High Risk for Decay
posted: Jan. 21, 2016.
Taking care of your child’s teeth is a high priority, not only for their health now but for the future too. And that means dealing with their teeth’s most Read more -
New Front Teeth for a Teenaged David Duchovny
posted: Jan. 06, 2016.
In real life he was a hard-charging basketball player through high school and college. In TV and the movies, he has gone head-to-head with serial killers, assorted bad guys… Read more -
Your Other Teeth May Need Straightening Before Replacing a Missing Tooth
posted: Dec. 29, 2015.
You’re ready to have that missing tooth replaced with a dental implant or other life-like restoration. But we may first have to address another problem — moving the teeth Read more -
America's (Dentists) Got Talent - for Fixing Damaged or Missing Teeth!
posted: Dec. 14, 2015.
A recent episode of “America’s Got Talent” featured an engaging 93-year-old strongman called The Mighty Atom Jr. The mature muscleman’s stunt: moving a full-sized car (laden with his Read more -
The Truth About Tooth Extractions
posted: Dec. 11, 2015.
Is it time to visit your dentist, Robert Silvers, DMD at The Cosmetic and Implant Dental Center in Lincolnwood, IL, for a tooth extraction? If your teeth are overcrowded or Read more -
Simple or Surgical? Choosing the Right Kind of Tooth Extraction
posted: Dec. 06, 2015.
There are instances when a general dentist will remove (extract) a problem tooth. At other times, though, the same dentist may refer a patient needing an extraction to an Read more -
Master Illusionist Benefits from the Magic of Orthodontics
posted: Nov. 21, 2015.
Magician Michael Grandinetti mystifies and astonishes audiences with his sleight of hand and mastery of illusion. But when he initially steps onto the stage, it’s his smile that grabs Read more -
Changes in Bone Structure can Affect Denture Fit
posted: Nov. 06, 2015.
It’s a common problem for denture wearers: after years of a comfortable fit, your dentures now seem to be uncomfortably loose. The reason, though, may have more to do Read more
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Your smile is often the first thing people will notice about your appearance. Your smile leaves a lasting impression. With Dr. Silvers' more than 35 years of training and experience treating the most discriminating clients of the north shore, you can expect an exceptional dental experience, customized care and healthy, beautiful lasting results.