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51 years
Experience
Neal Nealis, D.D.S.
- Chicago, IL
- University of Illinois -Urbana
- Accepting new patients
Porcelain Veneers
Any dentist can make a porcelain veneer. However, the real key is to make veneers that look natural. Many details are required to attain that natural appearance. Each individual...
New Guideline on an Aspirin a Day to Keep the Heart Attack Away
New Perspective in Medicine on a Baby Aspirin a DayFor decades, the belief was that taking a baby aspirin daily would be effective in the prevention of a heart attack, and it has...
My gum is swollen but only in the back of my mouth. What could this be?
Swollen gums is often an abscess caused by an aggressive germ. Better get it checked by a dentist before it spreads to other parts of your body like your brain or heart. You could READ MORE
Swollen gums is often an abscess caused by an aggressive germ. Better get it checked by a dentist before it spreads to other parts of your body like your brain or heart. You could wind up in a hospital if you procrastinate.
Does brushing with salt help remove yellow stains from the teeth?
Sorry, salt will not remove stains. Have your dentist make you custom fitting trays and use a carbamide peroxide whitening gel. It should be fairly inexpensive and works great! READ MORE
Sorry, salt will not remove stains. Have your dentist make you custom fitting trays and use a carbamide peroxide whitening gel. It should be fairly inexpensive and works great!
My molars are hurting. I already had my wisdom teeth all taken out. What can this be?
Most likely the alignment of your molars is off. This can be resolved with a procedure termed an "occlusal adjustment". The pain is nature's way of telling you something's wrong. READ MORE
Most likely the alignment of your molars is off. This can be resolved with a procedure termed an "occlusal adjustment". The pain is nature's way of telling you something's wrong.
I had a root canal and the area still hurts. Is something wrong?
This is not normal and you should see the dentist immediately. Pain is nature's way of telling you something's wrong.
Can an iron deficiency affect my teeth health in any way?
I am not aware of any way Iron deficiency can affect teeth. The most common cause of tooth sensitivity is a disharmony in your occlusion or "bite". This can usually be corrected READ MORE
I am not aware of any way Iron deficiency can affect teeth. The most common cause of tooth sensitivity is a disharmony in your occlusion or "bite". This can usually be corrected by a dentist who understands occlusion.
My tooth infection keeps coming back. Can it signify something more serious?
I'm not sure what you mean by tooth infection. You may need a root canal. This is not something to wait on as it could spread to other parts of your body like your brain or heart. READ MORE
I'm not sure what you mean by tooth infection. You may need a root canal. This is not something to wait on as it could spread to other parts of your body like your brain or heart. See a dentist immediately.
My front tooth got chipped at the bottom. What can be done about it?
Chipped front teeth can be treated in a variety of ways. Each method involves differences in longevity, appearance and costs. See a dentist to learn which would be best for you. READ MORE
Chipped front teeth can be treated in a variety of ways. Each method involves differences in longevity, appearance and costs. See a dentist to learn which would be best for you.
Will mouthwash erode my teeth enamel?
Any mouthwash approved by the American Dental Association should be safe.
Can pomegranate cause teeth staining?
Pigmented foods can stain teeth, but it takes a long time. Fortunately the stains are on the outer surface of the teeth and are easily removed with whitening systems offered by READ MORE
Pigmented foods can stain teeth, but it takes a long time. Fortunately the stains are on the outer surface of the teeth and are easily removed with whitening systems offered by dentists.
Are my medications staining my teeth?
Minocycline is a form of tetracycline antibiotic that has caused severe staining in teeth and bone. I'm not aware of any other medications or supplements that will cause tooth READ MORE
Minocycline is a form of tetracycline antibiotic that has caused severe staining in teeth and bone. I'm not aware of any other medications or supplements that will cause tooth stain. Most likely your stains are superficial and are easily removed with common bleaching systems provided by your dentist.
Why are my 5 year old son's teeth rotting?
My patients do not get cavities because I spend significant amount of time explaining the causes of cavities. Most misunderstand is exactly what constitutes 'sugar' and how sugar READ MORE
My patients do not get cavities because I spend significant amount of time explaining the causes of cavities. Most misunderstand is exactly what constitutes 'sugar' and how sugar causes damage. The answer is not simple to describe in a written text, but I will try. There are two key points to remember. First the amount of sugar is not as important as the frequency that it is ingested. In other words it is snacking between meals that is most important. Second all carbohydrates are nothing more than sugar chains and are broken down into simple sugar on contact with saliva. Carbohydrates include all dairy products, all grains, all fruit and all starches. What it doesn't include are vegetables, nuts, meat, fish and eggs. So do this: Let your child only eat nuts and veggies between meals, and then at meal time let him eat as much carbohydrate as desired. Your child can even eat candy as a desert so long as he does not consume any carbohydrates between meals. This works.
What is this brownish tinge on my teeth around the gums?
The brownish tinge at the gumline is probably plaque that has absorbed calcium making it hard and firmly attached to your teeth. The problem with this "tartar" is that it harbors READ MORE
The brownish tinge at the gumline is probably plaque that has absorbed calcium making it hard and firmly attached to your teeth. The problem with this "tartar" is that it harbors nasty, aggressive germs which will attack the bone surrounding your teeth. Losing enough supporting bone will lead to the loss of teeth. This is why you see a dental hygienist.
How can I stop my husband from grinding his teeth in his sleep?
Nighttime grinding is termed "bruxism". It is nature's way of milling a better fit. There is something that the brain does not like about how your husband's teeth fit together READ MORE
Nighttime grinding is termed "bruxism". It is nature's way of milling a better fit. There is something that the brain does not like about how your husband's teeth fit together and is instructing the muscles to chew away the interference. The best way to deal with this is to have a dentist mill away those interferences with an "occlusal adjustment", and if that isn't possible then wear a night guard.
Braces
That all depends on how crooked the tooth is. Teeth are wider at the chewing edges than at the gumline because when straight the wide area holds the roots apart and makes room READ MORE
That all depends on how crooked the tooth is. Teeth are wider at the chewing edges than at the gumline because when straight the wide area holds the roots apart and makes room for the surrounding bone. If the roots of teeth come too close together, the bone can be compromised and you might lose a couple of teeth. Would that be a problem?
Is teething delay in children normal?
There is no way of predicting tooth eruption. Any delay up to 18 months is okay.
My gum hurts where my wisdom tooth was taken out. Is this normal?
You should have the dentist take a look to rule out the possibility of an infection.
Will being on a liquid diet affect my teeth in any way?
A short term liquid diet will not necessarily affect the teeth; however there are some potential risks. Only consume carbohydrates three or four times daily. Between those meals READ MORE
A short term liquid diet will not necessarily affect the teeth; however there are some potential risks. Only consume carbohydrates three or four times daily. Between those meals consume noncarbohydrate beverages such as water, black coffee and tea without any milk or honey.
Is it okay to swallow the gel applied for a mouth ulcer?
Gels applied for mouth ulcers are usually benzocaine which when swallowed is neutralized by the stomach. These gels do nothing to promote healing. They just numb the tenderness. READ MORE
Gels applied for mouth ulcers are usually benzocaine which when swallowed is neutralized by the stomach. These gels do nothing to promote healing. They just numb the tenderness.
Why do I have sensitivity in all my lower teeth?
Sensitivity can be a result of many causes; however the most common cause is a disharmony in your occlusion or 'bite'. Have your occlusion checked by a dentist and if there are READ MORE
Sensitivity can be a result of many causes; however the most common cause is a disharmony in your occlusion or 'bite'. Have your occlusion checked by a dentist and if there are any interferences to the ideal bite, the dentist can gently polish them away. The sensitivity should subside within a day or two.
How can I prevent loss of calcium from my teeth?
The protective enamel of your teeth is predominantly calcium. When a hole penetrates through the enamel and into the dentin, it is called a 'cavity' and needs to be filled. The READ MORE
The protective enamel of your teeth is predominantly calcium. When a hole penetrates through the enamel and into the dentin, it is called a 'cavity' and needs to be filled. The best way to prevent calcium loss is to limit consumption of carbohydrates between meals, including fruits, breads, dairy and starches.
