UAD Dental & Aesthetics Blog

Dentistry in Ancient Greece

  By now, visiting a general dentist twice per year for regular teeth cleanings is routine for patients of all ages. But cosmetic dentistry actually began thousands of years ago in ancient Greece. Today, a dentist can be relied on to replace missing teeth, improve their cosmetic appearance with teeth

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Spotlight on Dentistry in the Roman Empire

  One of the main advantages of living in the modern era is our access to safe, pain-free, effective dentistry. During the Roman Empire, however, dentistry was more advanced than you may be aware. The Romans adopted many of their dental practices from their predecessors, the Etruscans. The Romans used

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Meet Dr. Lauren Zalay

At University Associates in Dentistry, our Chicago dentists are a huge part of the reason that we are able to give our patients such good services. Dr. Lauren Zalay is a valued member of our team and works hard to give all of her patients the best treatment possible. Dr.

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Dr. Martin Marcus, Cosmetic Dentistry Specialist

  The success of University Associates in Dentistry depends completely on our team. Dr. Martin Marcus is one of the dedicated members of our staff who consistently works hard to provide the best care for patients. Keep reading to learn more about Dr. Marcus. After completing dental school at Loyola

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Meet Dr. Russell A. Baer, DDS

At University Associates in Dentistry, we know that we would not be a success without a team of highly qualified dentists. Dr. Russell A. Baer is a dedicated member of our team who is always there to help our patients get the services they need.   Dr. Baer has such

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Shaquille O’Neal’s Experience with Sleep Apnea

Sleep apnea is a common condition that has serious repercussions if not treated. In this video, get a peek into how former NBA star Shaquille O’Neal tackled his struggle with sleep apnea.  Like many sufferers, Shaq was unaware that he had sleep apnea until his partner told him about his

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How University Associates in Dentistry Serves Chicago Athletes

University Associates in Dentistry is proud to be the only Team Dentists for the 2010/2013 Stanley Cup Champions, the Chicago Blackhawks. This distinction speaks to our expertise in the field of sports dentistry. In addition to the general and cosmetic dentistry options we provide to our patients, we can attend

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Parts of a Dental Implant

Dental implants are comprised of tiny titanium screws that are implanted directly into the bone. As you will learn in this video, the meticulous design of a dental implant allows it to provide a permanent restorative and cosmetic solution for missing or broken teeth. The portion that sticks out from

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How to Care for Your Mouth Guard

A mouth guard is an oral device made from a durable plastic material that is designed to cover the upper teeth, providing protection in the event of a direct blow to the face during sporting activities. Your dentist may recommend that you wear a mouth guard if you play contact

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