Services

We are a comprehensive general dental practice with experience and emphasis on providing high-tech solutions to our patients’ needs, delivered in a brand-new, state-of-the-art setting.

We offer all the services your family needs — from preventive dentistry and cleanings to root canals and dentures. We also treat problems such as cavities, gum disease, jaw disorders and more. Plus, we offer a range of cosmetic and restorative specialties, including:

  • CEREC® technology for all-ceramic crowns in one visit
  • Dental implant placement and restoration
  • Cosmetic procedures such as teeth whitening, contouring, veneers and bonding
Are you considering a makeover? Why not start with your smile! The latest advances in cosmetic dentistry are available to you at our practice. By correcting or improving the shade, shape, spacing, height or width of your teeth, your smile can be transformed into your best asset. Our skillful professionals use state-of-the-art technology and materials...
What are crowns and bridges? A crown is a protective covering that is bonded or cemented onto your tooth. A bridge is simply three or more crowns linked together. Crowns and bridges are quality restorations and are an excellent investment in your long-term dental health. Bridges Bridges are natural-looking dental appliances that replace a section...
A major distinguishing factor of our practice is our CEREC® system. This provides patients with convenient, one-appointment crowns. By taking a digital impression of the dental arch, we are able to control the design and function of the crown, and mill an aesthetic, high-strength crown right here in the office. Patients no longer have to...
Before the development of dental implants, dentures were the only alternative to replacing a missing tooth or teeth. Implants look and feel more natural, and, you don’t have to take them in and out of your mouth like you do with dentures. What Are Dental Implants? A dental implant is a small titanium post that...
Dentures are designed to replace missing teeth and are worn by millions of Americans. Technological advancements have resulted in dentures that are lightweight and mimic the look and feel of natural teeth. Most dentures are made from a combination of metal and synthetic material such as acrylic resin. Types of Dentures Dentures are generally classified...
Fillings are used to restore teeth that are damaged by decay. The decayed tooth material is removed, the area is cleaned, and then the cavity or hole is filled with a special material. Sealants, on the other hand, are plastic coatings placed on the chewing surface of the permanent back teeth to help prevent decay....
People who grind their teeth can sometimes develop a serious problem with their jaw which, when left untreated, can adversely affect the teeth, gums and bone structures of the mouth. Teeth Grinding (Bruxism) Teeth grinding, or bruxism, is often viewed as a harmless, though annoying habit. Some people develop bruxism from an inability to deal...
Preventive dentistry involves taking action to prevent a condition from developing or worsening. Removing plaque from your teeth by brushing and flossing prevents plaque from hardening into tartar. Having your teeth professionally cleaned on a regular basis is one of the easiest ways of practicing preventive dentistry. Our hygienist will recommend a schedule of appointments...
Root canal therapy is used to repair and save a tooth that is badly decayed or infected. In short, this procedure involves removing the tooth nerve and pulp, followed by cleaning and sealing the inside of the tooth. Without root canal treatment, diseased or decayed teeth would have to be extracted. What Are Root Canals?...
Advanced gum disease sometimes requires the dentist to clean below the gum line to remove stubborn, crusty deposits called tartar or calculus, and to remove damage near the tooth root. This is done to prevent further damage and to restore and stabilize the tooth. About Gum Disease (Gingivitis) Gingivitis is the medical term for early...
Your teeth become stained naturally as a result of the food and drink that you consume. Dental whitening uses an ingredient to effectively lift the stain from deep within your enamel. The result is a whiter, more youthful smile! Our convenient take-home system comes with a mouth guard-style tray to hold the bleaching gel in...
When restoration procedures such as root canal therapy, crowns or fillings are not enough to save a tooth, it may need to be pulled, or extracted. For a safe, comfortable tooth extraction in Westchester, IL, schedule an appointment today with Dr. John Houlihan or Dr. Clare Houlihan. The Procedure Tooth extraction procedures today are far...
Veneers and bonding are used to correct misaligned, chipped, broken or discolored teeth. A veneer is a product that covers the whole front of the tooth, while bonding involves building up a new surface using composite (or filling) material. Veneers last longer than bonding; while more expensive, they do not require replacing as frequently. For...