• posted: Sep. 19, 2023

A lot of patients go at their teeth like they were sanding an old floor—that is to say, way too hard! Brushing too hard is probably the most common mistake Read More

• posted: Sep. 12, 2023

Cavities are the reason why most people fear going to the dentist. But they’re also the reason you should be visiting the doctor on a regular basis. Specifically, cavities are the Read More

• posted: Sep. 05, 2023

For many individuals, autumn brings with it a number of new beginnings. Fall is the time that many people return to school, get back to the daily grind after an Read More

• posted: Aug. 29, 2023

Labor Day honors the contributions that workers have made to this country, and for many Americans, the holiday is a great time to relax at home with family and friends. Read More

• posted: Aug. 22, 2023

Dental veneers are a way to correct and transform your smile by using “contact lens”-thin shells of porcelain or ceramic material and bonding them to the front of your teeth. Read More

• posted: Aug. 15, 2023

“Shouldn’t that be healthy gums,” you’re thinking? And, of course, you’re correct. Healthy gums are extremely important not only for our dental well-being, but for our overall physical health. But that’s Read More

• posted: Aug. 08, 2023

Periodontal health — which refers to the condition of the structures that support your teeth — is an important part of your oral and overall health. However, periodontal health becomes Read More

• posted: Aug. 01, 2023

Here we are in the middle of the hottest time of the year. Yes, it’s the dog days of summer. But, wait—just what are “the dog days of summer,” anyway? The Read More

• posted: Jul. 25, 2023

The American Dental Association and dentists everywhere, including our own the doctor recommend that you schedule an appointment every six months for a cleaning and checkup. Despite this universal recommendation Read More

• posted: Jul. 18, 2023

the doctor and our team at Hartej S. Sood, DDS will tell you that good oral health habits when you are pregnant are very important. A plaque or infectious buildup Read More

• posted: Jul. 11, 2023

That’s a good question! But first, we’re going to do that roundabout thing where we consider other questions before circling back to our original topic. Trust us, we’ll get there! Why Read More

• posted: Jul. 04, 2023

The Fourth of July is a great time to get together with friends and family members for BBQ, games, fireworks, and other celebrations in honor of our country’s independence. While Read More

• posted: Jun. 27, 2023

Of all the dental hygiene techniques you can use at home to promote clean teeth and good oral health, flossing is likely to be the one that troubles most people. Read More

• posted: Jun. 20, 2023

There are some things we just don’t miss about being a kid. Getting grounded? A thing of the past. Curfew? Not happening. Confiscating our cell phones? As if. Cavities? While Read More

• posted: Jun. 13, 2023

You’ve planned your dream vacation. Your reservations are made. You’re packed and ready. You’ve even scheduled a dental checkup at our Chicago, Illinois office to make sure you catch any Read More

• posted: Jun. 06, 2023

With the warmer and longer days here, we know many of our patients at Hartej S. Sood, DDS will be much more active in the summer. Though most of our Read More