The bone graft dental procedure was invented to strengthen a jaw bone. Most patients need bone grafts in preparation for a dental implant; their jaw has been naturally weakened over time due to tooth loss and will not successfully maintain a dental implant without a graft. Thanks to modern technology,... Read more » Losing teeth, whether due to periodontal disease or tooth decay, may best restore oral function with the help of a dental implant restoration. Sometimes a dental implant might also call for a dental procedure called a sinus lift. Sinus lifts have become more common in the last 15 years as... Read more » Are you missing one or more teeth? Do you wish to have a beautiful, fully functional smile once again? Ask our dentists about dental implants in Gurnee, Illinois. Dental implants restore not only the tooth, but the tooth root. Implants are made up of three parts: a titanium screw, a... Read more » A severe oral accident that causes one of your teeth to be knocked out of the socket might traumatize the tooth and the socket too badly for a root canal to be a viable course of treatment. To prevent further complications and infection, Dr. Timothy Erdle might advocate a total... Read more » Here at North Shore Institute of Endodontics and Periodontics, we know the importance of a healthy and confident smile. That’s why we offer services in cosmetic dentistry. What is Cosmetic Dentistry? Cosmetic dentistry refers to any procedure that repositions, restores or replaces teeth to improve the appearance of your... Read more »