Meet the Blackmans.

No, this is not the new Ben Stiller movie.  This is your local Carol Stream dentist.  It is the staff of Dr. David Blackman.  We thought that mid-July would be a good time to become familiar with some of them.  We have talked about the doctors recently, but what about that fabulous support group.  Understand, this is just a short list.

Heather is the office manager that you get to visit at least twice a year and she will become your buddy.  Liz and Ashley are your dental hygienists.  They answer every question about your oral heath so you can keep that smile for the rest of your life.  Beyond that there is Laura and Kathy and Missy and many others.

Now, comes the part where we invite you to visit www.davidblackmandds.com.  When you do, click on the About Us tab of our informative website.  We hope that after that journey you will feel comfortable enough to pick up the phone and schedule a check-up with us at our office located at 400 N. Gary Ave. in Carol Stream by calling (630) 260-1700.

How Do I Pay for this Dental Work?

It has to be the number one question, doesn’t it?  I can only imagine how many people in Chicagoland go without proper dental care because of the cost.  The situation is real and should not be avoided.  The cost of dental treatment varies dramatically depending on the work that needs to be done…or that you WANT done.

The first thing that you should do is find a dental practice that accepts as many forms of payment as possible.  That would include most insurance plans and major credit cards as well.  This is not only a personal gift, but one that will have impact on family and friends as well.  Next, ask the office staff for assistance in processing and applying for any and all insurance coverage.

Great, personal service is as important as the dental work itself.  Dr. David Blackman and his amazing staff will work with your insurance provider to meet all of your needs and develop an affordable payment plan.  Set up a consultation with someone at David Blackman DDS located at 400 N. Gary Ave. in Carol Stream by calling (630) 260-1700.

Restorative Dentistry.

Restore that smile, restore that smile, restore that smile.  Keep chanting that this summer and DO something about it!  When your smile is radiant then you have opportunities with your career, your love life, and your overall confidence level.  The world is your oyster.  It all starts with a big, bright smile.

Realize your smile’s full potential with a visit to the right Chicagoland dentist.  One who will discuss all of the treatment options ahead of time.  Things like the color of your teeth (perulent white is the goal).  Perhaps you need to replace a missing tooth or some of your teeth have cracked or chipped.  Then there is the proper alignment to consider.

It all starts with a visit to Carol Stream’s restorative dentist.  His name is Dr. David Blackman.  Dr. Blackman and his staff will restore the confidence that you deserve.  None of this can happen without an appointment at his office located at 400 N. Gary Ave. in Carol Stream.  What a future you have!  Call Dr. Blackman at (630) 260-1700 today!

Keeping Up with the Technology.

In this era it is imperative to stay up to the minute if you wish to remain relevant.  The same is true in dentistry.  If your dentist’s equipment is outdated, then you and your family are not getting the best care possible.  It doesn’t matter if it is a financial issue.  You must insist that your family dentist has up-to-date technology.

In suburban Chicago you deserve the best!  Make sure that your dentist is on top of things.  Is the office equipped with state-of-the-art equipment?  Do the people that you trust with your family’s oral care have the training to use that equipment?  Without those two elements you cannot get the best dental care possible.

In Carol Stream Illinois there is just such a place.  It is the state-of-the-art dental practice of Dr. David Blackman.  Dr. Blackman stays on top of all of the latest innovations and trains his staff to use them to ensure your future dental health.  Visit the website www.davidblackmandds.com.  Then call for your next appointment at (630) 260-1700.

It’s a Good Time for Oral Surgery.

What?  Are you kidding me?  When is it ever a good time for oral surgery?  Well, let’s look at it pragmatically.  School is nearly out for the summer and you have more time to tackle a situation that has been brewing for quite some time.  We did not say it was fun, but what are going to do…put it off until next fall or winter?

If you catch it early it will be so much easier and painless to treat.  Those wisdom teeth are not going anywhere on their own.  And, who is smarter because they kept their “wisdom” teeth?  All you may need at this point are x-rays and an oral exam.  That will show if extractions of those particular molars are necessary in the near future.

Let me introduce you to oral surgeon Dr. Eric Osmolinski.  He is the resident oral surgeon at the practice of Dr. David Blackman DDS in Carol Stream.  He will determine the proper course of action and you could not be in better hands with any Chicagoland oral surgeon.  Call for a late-spring, early-summer appointment at their office at 400 N. Gary Ave. at (630) 260-1700.

Summertime…Dental Time.

As we hit the month of May and Chicagoland schools will be recessing for a few months let’s turn our attention to our kid’s teeth.  That may be one of THEIR lowest priorities this time of year, but a conscientious parent will move it near the top of the list.  This is a perfect time of year to make a general dentist appointment for the minors in your family.

Get the check-ups and any needed dental work out of the way before vacation time really kicks in.  Who wants to go to the dentist in the middle of summer when there are so many family-oriented plans?  A general check-up may be all that your kids need.  That would be great to know, wouldn’t it?

There is no better general dentist in the Carol Stream area than Dr. David Blackman.  Dr. Blackman and his trained professional dental staff will handle everything from cleaning to orthodontics.  Think of it as a one-stop-shop for Chicagoland dentistry.  Call now for that late spring appointment at (630) 260-1700.

An Orthodontic Tutorial.

What is orthodontics?  It is basically this…a branch of dentistry that specializes in treating patients with improperly positioned teeth when their mouth is closed.  The difference is that dentistry deals with a wide range of oral health care issues.  Orthodontics, on the other hand corrects bites and straightening of the teeth as well as occlusion.

A wide variety of medical devices are used to –

1.  Close gaps between teeth

2.  Straighten crooked teeth

3.  Improve speech

4.  Enhance long-term health of your teeth and gums…and much more

Dr. David Blackman DDS has teamed up with one of Chicagoland’s best orthodontists.  He is Dr. Eric Osmolinski.  We invite you to come into the office to meet Dr. Osmolinski and discover how he will give you a smile that lasts a lifetime.  Please make that call for an appointment at the office located at 400 N. Gary Ave. office by calling (630) 260-1700.

Public Safety and Dentistry.

It is a topic that we have not discussed in this space for some time, but it merits our periodic attention.  It is the issue of assuring that every dental patient is protected by initiatives that are focused on the safety of each and every individual who trusts that practice for their family’s complete dental care.

We hear the acronyms OSHA and HIPAA and often dismiss them as something that does not directly affect us, but they do!  Precautions must be taken to be compliant with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration.  Anything less is unacceptable and you need to make sure that your dentist is health and safety compliant ALL of the time.

Here is a comforting reassurance.  The office of Dr. David Blackman DDS has received certification from Crosstex Biological Monitoring Service.  It protects patients and staff.  Your Carol Stream full-service dentist is always on the cutting edge of all safety procedures.  Schedule an appointment at the 400 N. Gary Ave. office by calling (630) 260-1700.

Invisalign…the Modern Solution.

Invisalign is a new word in our vocabulary.  It was not that long ago when kids went to school with their hand up to their mouth to hide their embarrassing braces.  Modern dentistry has come a long, long way indeed.  Today, this wonderful procedure is the exciting new approach to adding and straightening teeth.

In the case of having a straighter smile, a series of aligners which are easily removable is the modern alternative to braces.  Each week your teeth get perceptibly straighter until your smile is perfect!  These clear alternatives have the same reliability as traditional braces and are held in place with a hardly noticeable tooth-colored composite.

Now, let us introduce you to Dr. Anuja Kothari.  She is about to become your mouth’s best buddy.  Dr. Kothari is the resident on-site orthodontist at the practice of Dr. David Blackman.  The doctor compliments a staff of true professionals that have made the office Carol Stream’s invisalign and dental experts.  Call for an appointment today at (630) 260-1700.

Your Smile has Great Potential!

Maybe you have reached your potential in your career, your physical health, your bank account.  What about the potential of having the most brilliant smile of your life?  This not only enhances your own self-esteem, but how others see you as well.  So often, a beautiful smile is the first ticket to success in life.

There are several areas to address when restoring your smile.  Among them are –

1.  The color of your teeth.  Bright white is always the goal. 

2.  Replacing missing teeth with natural implants.

3.  Repairing a chipped or cracked tooth.

4.  Spacing and properly aligning your teeth.

With all of the innovations of modern dentistry you can achieve all of these goals.  The key is to have a real dental professional examine your mouth and make recommendations.  For decades that person has been Carol Stream, IL restorative dentist Dr. David Blackman.  Give the office a call for an appointment at 400 N. Gary Ave. at (630) 260-1700. 

Spring and Fall Dental Cleaning.

So many of our bi-annual pledges and things we remember to do for ourselves and the products around us are tied to the calendar.  We change the batteries in our smoke detectors in the spring and fall.  We turn the clocks an hour around the same time.  Now, how about adding dental care to that list?

Those of us who want our smile to last a lifetime know that we need to have our teeth cleaned twice a year.  Maybe another dental visit or two will need to be added in 2017, but the cleanings are must-keep appointments.  Now that we are well into February the time has come to turn up clocks, change battery detectors, AND make an appointment for teeth cleaning.

What a great habit to get into!  Stay on track every year for the rest of your life and chances are you will enjoy great dental health for your lifetime.  It all starts with a phone call to your full-service Chicagoland dentist Dr. David Blackman.  Schedule a check-up soon and stay on track.  Call his 400 N. Gary Ave. office in Carol Stream IL. at (630) 260-1700.

Dental Health = General Health.

People often look at their overall health separately from their dental health.  We know that they are both vital to our long-term lifestyle, but many people are not aware that poor dental hygiene can and often DOES affect one’s general health.  Cosmetically, no one wants to hide their smile.  That is obvious, but when it literally can end up resulting in life or death now that’s an attention getter! 

Are you aware that poor dental care often translates into cardiovascular disease?  When bacteria builds and builds in your mouth the next place it may go is into your blood stream.  When it continues to travel it can literally result in hardening of the arteries.  Diabetes may also worsen because blood sugar levels go haywire.

None of this is meant to scare you, but we hope that it serves as a wake-up call for 2017.  If you have neglected your teeth for a period of time it is not too late to save that smile…and eventually maybe your life.  It begins with an appointment at the office of Dr. David Blackman.  Schedule a check-up and cleaning today by calling his office located at 400 N. Gary Ave. in Carol Stream at (630) 260-1700.

Getting to Know Your Dentist.

If you think about it having a comfortable and strong relationship with your dentist and his/her associates is extremely important.  You would not trust your family’s dental health to just anyone would you?  The people that clean your teeth and assist the doctors should be hard working professionals with a strong dental background.

Doctor David Blackman, Dr. Kothari, and Dr. Eric Osmolinski have never been prouder of any group of assistants than they are with this group.  Somewhere along the way you will meet Heather, and Betty.  You also will have the opportunity to have hygienists Liz and Ashley work on you and your kid’s teeth.  And don’t forget Laura, Missy, and Kathy who round out the team.

Yes indeed, anyone with a license can open up a dental practice, but choosing whom to surround yourself with is what it’s all about.  Those of us lucky enough to live in the Chicago suburbs of Carol Stream, Bloomingdale, Wheaton, and the surrounding area just need to make an appointment at the 400 N. Gary Ave. office of Dr. David Blackman by calling (630) 260-1700.

A New Round of Dental Insurance.

The free money is here, the free money is here.  If you are fortunate enough to have dental insurance you probably know that every year the insurance “turns over”.  That means you have full new amount for 2017 just waiting to be used.  How about that?!  Can you think of another type of insurance that starts with a fresh batch of money every year?

What in the world are you waiting for?  It doesn’t matter if you just need a thorough cleaning and a check up or if all of those holiday treats have caused a toothache or two.  This is most definitely the time to call your dentist and make an appointment to start taking advantage of that insurance money you are entitled to.  It WILL go to waste if you don’t!

Dr. David Blackman, DDS has been serving the communities of Carol Stream, Wheaton, and Bloomingdale for more than three decades.  If you need a great full-service dentist today, featuring an incredible staff of associates, call his office for an appointment at their 400 North Gary Ave. location in Carol Stream at (630) 260-1700 and grin your way right through 2017!

Moderate those Holiday Treats.

Bah, humbug…I want another tasty treat.  No, not that fruit cake from Aunt Ruth.  There are so many sweet and tasty temptations during this Holiday Season.  It takes a little discipline, but if you can moderate your intake you will save yourself some grief in the New Year.  Think of your bathroom scale as well as that beautiful smile you have worked on all year.

Go ahead, indulge a little just remember to stay faithful to the basics.  Would it hurt you to brush a little more often or floss more than twice a day?  Go on, you can do it!  Now just in case you experience a toothache make sure that you take it seriously.  This is not just something that will go away on January 1st.  Get to your favorite Chicagoland dentist to have it taken care of.

Dr. David Blackman DDS serves the communities of Carol Stream, Wheaton, and Bloomingdale.  He and his amazing staff are there to help with routine dental visits to more serious emergencies.  If you need a great full-service dentist today or in 2017 call his office located at 400 North Gary Ave. in Carol Stream  (630) 260-1700 and smile, smile, smile!

Last Call for Dental Insurance.

I want to know who decided that.  Does your homeowners insurance expire at the end of the year?  How about your car insurance?  If YOU don’t expire does your life insurance do so at year’s end?  Of course they don’t!  None of that makes any sense.  Why does dental insurance NOT roll over into 2017?  It is one of life’s great mysteries.

You can’t fight it.  You must react to the reality of it all.  If you don’t use your remaining 2016 dental insurance money by December 31st it will not accrue into the New Year.  It is just that simple.  Why would you squander a perfectly good opportunity to get your teeth or your family’s mouths checked by the end of the year?

We know that you are busy during the holidays, but you are not in the habit of wasting money.  Make an appointment today with your Carol Stream area family dentist for a check-up.  If you live in the Wheaton, Bloomingdale, or Carol Stream area call (630) 260-1700 and save yourself a ton of dough just before they play Auld Lang Syne.

Holiday Dental Check-up.

This is an excellent time to beat the end of the year holiday rush to get that bi-annual dental check-up.  I know that there are several things on your list that you may feel take precedence over that.  Trust me, if you put it off now then you may procrastinate altogether.  This is an error in judgement that you don’t want to make.  Stay on schedule and preserve your smile!

By making an appointment in early November you will be fresh and clean throughout the holidays.  IF you need further dental care then you can get it done in 2016.  For many Chicagoans that could mean a great deal as far as dental insurance goes.  A healthy, beautiful smile knows no season, but let’s be honest you will probably be eating more good/bad stuff in the next two months.

Dr. David Blackman DDS serves the communities of Carol Stream, Wheaton, and Bloomingdale.  Best of all, he has been doing so effectively for over 30 years.  You’ll be comforted to know that he has never had a better group of assistants in his 3 decades!  Make an appointment for a fall/winter cleaning today at his office located at 400 North Gary Ave. in Carol Stream by calling (630) 260-1700.

A Dental Tip for All Athletes.

Whether you play offense or defense or both in your chosen sport(s) here is something that all athletes should do.  Defend your Smile!  A good sports mouth guard is an essential part of any sports uniform.  It matters not whether you play contact or non-contact sports.  If you have heard of the “boil-and-bite” mouth guard you know that may NOT be enough.

The American Dental Association reported that athletes without proper mouth guards are SIXTY times more likely to suffer harm to their teeth.  About half of all adolescents will suffer an injury to the mouth.  Of those, about one-third of them are sports related.  This is why you must strongly consider a custom-fitted sports mouth guard that is customized just for your athlete(s). 

Dr. David Blackman DDS fabricates custom-fit mouth guards for as little as $60.   For an additional $20 you can add the name and number to the guard!   His office serves the communities of Carol Stream, Wheaton, Bloomingdale and the surrounding area.  Make an appointment for a custom athletic mouth guard at his office located at 400 North Gary Ave. in Carol Stream by calling (630) 260-1700.

Cosmetic Dentistry.

A great family dentist will not only prevent tooth decay and gum disease, but will also make your smile the very best it can be.  If you have a discolored tooth, missing teeth, even a chipped or cracked tooth it can turn a great smile into an uncomfortable grin.  Don’t kid yourself…this effects your social life and maybe even your livelihood in the job interview process.

Having a healthy mouth is essential.  I think that we all know that.  How many of us sacrifice cosmetics because we think we cannot afford it or are even afraid of it?  This is called restorative dentistry.  Many years ago, Americans just held onto their teeth as long as they could.  These days, society dictates that we appear pleasant when we smile.

The stakes are just too high.  Dr. David J. Blackman and his staff employ the latest products and procedures known in the dental industry.  Dr. Blackman is a restorative dentist located at 400 North Gary Ave. in Carol Stream, IL.  Make an appointment today by calling (630) 260-1700 and get ready to show off that “million-dollar” smile! 

Why Every Six Months?

We have heard for years that we need to visit our dentist every six months.  It doesn’t designate age or diet or quality of self-care.  It is a tried and true axiom…if you go to your dentist twice a year you will avoid future expenses, pain, and perhaps even more frequent visits.  You do other things in your life on schedule.  It is important that this becomes as routine as changing your car’s oil.

This is not some arbitrary number invented by someone just to make more money.  It has been proven over the years that if you get your teeth professionally cleaned and checked every half-year you will feel better, look better, and avoid potentially catastrophic dental problems in the future.  Gingivitis and periodontal disease are headed off before they become a major problem.

The suggestion here is to find a full-service dental office in the Carol Stream, Il.  May we recommend visiting the website of www.davidblackmandds.com?  Whatever dental need your family has can be taken care of by Dr. David Blackman and his staff.  Call the office of Dr. Blackman on 400 North Gary Avenue for an appointment today at (630) 260-1700.