Dr. Saul Legator, D.D.S.

4801 W Peterson Ave #400 Chicago, IL 60646

There’s an App for That!
posted: Aug. 10, 2021.

We live in a tech-savvy world, and dental professionals take advantage of it! Digital imaging, convenient record storage and sharing, even more comfortable denture design—these are just some of the Read more
How to Subtract Those Added Sugars
posted: Aug. 03, 2021.

Sugars are the simplest carbohydrates, and are found naturally in fruits, vegetables, grains, and dairy products. Our bodies require these simple carbs for energy. (Even better, we don’t just get Read more
Root Canal Recovery
posted: Jul. 27, 2021.

Anyone who has had a compromised tooth knows that the amount of discomfort it causes can be extremely unpleasant. Although no one looks forward to a root canal, this procedure Read more
Why Are We Recommending a Periodontal Consultation?
posted: Jul. 20, 2021.

The best way to protect yourself from gum disease is to be proactive: practice good oral hygiene at home and schedule regular checkups and cleanings in our Chicago, Illinois office. How Read more
Periodontics and Braces Treatment
posted: Jul. 13, 2021.

Most people think braces are all about their teeth. While it is true orthodontics is meant to move your teeth into proper position, there's more to it than that. To Read more
Tell us about your summer!
posted: Jul. 06, 2021.

The dog days of summer are upon us, and what better time for the doctor and our team to ask our patients about their summer! Whether you visited our nation’s capital, Read more
Happy Fourth of July
posted: Jun. 29, 2021.

Every year, Americans all over the world celebrate the birth of the country and its independence on the Fourth of July. There are countless ways that people celebrate and they Read more
Understanding Cavities
posted: Jun. 22, 2021.

Getting a cavity seems like delayed punishment for eating that special dessert every weekend or for the few days you forgot to floss. When you are doing everything right with Read more
Timing Matters!
posted: Jun. 15, 2021.

Many patients at Dr. Saul Legator, DDS are under the impression that harder brushing leads to cleaner teeth, but that is not true. Gentle brushing is just as effective, and Read more
Moderate Your Child's Juice Drinking to Lower Tooth Decay Risk
posted: Nov. 05, 2018.

Along with daily brushing and flossing, limiting your child’s sugar consumption is an important way to prevent tooth decay. We all know the usual suspects: candy, sugar-added snacks and sodas. Read more
Recreational Marijuana Could Increase Your Risk of Gum Disease
posted: May 19, 2018.

In 2016, voters in three states—California, Massachusetts and Nevada—joined Alaska, Colorado, Oregon, Washington and the District of Columbia in legalizing the use of recreational marijuana. These referenda moved the country closer Read more
Bone Loss at the Roots can Put Your Tooth in Danger of Loss
posted: May 09, 2018.

There’s more to teeth than meets the eye. Hidden beneath the visible crown are the tooth’s roots set within the jawbone, secured and protected by the gums from bacteria and Read more
Any Time, Any Place: Cam Newton's Guide to Flossing
posted: Jan. 16, 2018.

When is the best time to floss your teeth: Morning? Bedtime? How about: whenever and wherever the moment feels right? For Cam Newton, award-winning NFL quarterback for the Carolina Panthers, the Read more
In Today's NFL, Oral Hygiene Takes Center Stage
posted: Nov. 24, 2017.

Everyone knows that in the game of football, quarterbacks are looked up to as team leaders. That's why we're so pleased to see some NFL QB's setting great examples of… Read more
Practice Proactive Prevention to Enhance Your Child's Dental Development
posted: Oct. 25, 2017.

Like any parent you want your child to grow up healthy and strong. So be sure you don't neglect their dental care, a crucial part of overall health and well-being. The Read more
How to Handle 3 Common Injuries to Your Child's Mouth
posted: Jul. 19, 2017.

Once they learn to walk, there's no stopping most children. Sometimes it can be a little jarring, as when you discover your toddler on top of the kitchen counter reaching Read more