Dr. Saul Legator, D.D.S.

4801 W Peterson Ave #400 Chicago, IL 60646

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Eat More of These Foods for Healthier Teeth and Gums
posted: Mar. 08, 2020.

If you’re the typical American, chances are high your diet is less than ideal. According to the U.S. President’s Council on Sports, Fitness & Nutrition, 40% of our total caloric Read more
3 Questions You Should Ask Before Undergoing Adult Orthodontics
posted: Feb. 27, 2020.

Think you're too old to have your teeth straightened? While we automatically pair “teenager” with “braces,” at least one in five orthodontic patients are adults. And there's many more that Read more
Contrary to Popular Opinion, Vaping May Not Be Safer Than Smoking
posted: Feb. 17, 2020.

If you think “vaping” electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes for short) is healthier for your teeth and gums than smoking cigarettes, you might be disappointed with the latest research. A number of Read more
Custom Mouthguards Aren't Just for NFL Superstars
posted: Feb. 07, 2020.

If while watching a Seattle Seahawks game you thought you saw wide receiver D. K. Metcalf sucking on a “binky,” your eyes weren’t deceiving you. Well, sort of not—he’s actually Read more
Loose Permanent Teeth is a Problem - take Action Now
posted: Aug. 13, 2019.

If you've noticed one of your teeth feeling loose, you're right to believe it's not a good thing. Loose permanent teeth are a sign of an underlying problem.Periodontal (gum) disease Read more
Oral Hygiene Might Be on the Decline With the Newest Adult Generation
posted: Aug. 03, 2019.

The Millennials, those born around the turn of the Millennium in 2000, are entering adulthood. Like any generation, they have their collective promise—and problems. An example of the latter seems Read more
Tooth Type and Condition can Affect Root Canal Therapy Effectiveness
posted: Jul. 24, 2019.

Root canal therapy is the unsung "hero" of dentistry. Although often falsely maligned as an unpleasant experience, millions of decayed teeth have been saved thanks to this routine treatment.But although Read more
Dental Care of Prime Importance for Children with Special Health Needs
posted: Jun. 16, 2019.

Children’s ailments come and go, and thankfully most are relatively minor. Some children, however, have impaired health caused by a more serious, chronic disease. For them, the condition impacts not Read more
This Rare Tongue Condition Often Looks Worse than it Actually is
posted: Jun. 06, 2019.

There are a few mouth conditions so rare most of us have never heard of them. Geographic tongue would fall into this category, affecting only one to three percent of Read more
Viggo Mortensen's Red-Carpet Smile
posted: Jun. 03, 2019.

The Golden Globes ceremony is a night when Hollywood stars shine their brightest. At the recent red-carpet event, leading man Viggo Mortensen had plenty to smile about: Green Book, the Read more
See Your Dentist ASAP to Save Your Loose Tooth
posted: May 24, 2019.

A loose adult tooth isn't normal. It could be loose because it's been subjected to high biting forces like those that occur with a tooth grinding habit. Or, it could Read more
Consider an Effective and Affordable RPD for Teeth Replacement
posted: May 14, 2019.

If you have a few missing teeth but can't afford dental implants or fixed bridgework, consider a removal partial denture (RPD). Although implants may be the superior choice aesthetically and Read more
3 Tips for Successful, Safe Home Teeth Whitening
posted: May 04, 2019.

Teeth whitening or bleaching is one of the most affordable and least invasive ways of improving your smile. Although the effect fades with time, whitening can make dull and dingy Read more
Actress Emma Stone Reveals How Thumb Sucking Affected Her Teeth
posted: Apr. 24, 2019.

It's no secret that many of Hollywood's brightest stars didn't start out with perfectly aligned, pearly-white teeth. And these days, plenty of celebs are willing to share their stories, showing Read more
A Minor Procedure Could Make Breastfeeding Easier for You and Your Baby
posted: Apr. 14, 2019.

The American Academy of Pediatrics and other healthcare organizations recommend breastfeeding as the best means for infant feeding. While bottle feeding can supply the nutrition necessary for a baby's healthy Read more
Early Orthodontic Techniques Could Stop Growing Bite Problems
posted: Apr. 04, 2019.

The longer many health problems go on, the worse they become. Treating them as early as possible could stop or slow their development.That holds true for poor bites: while we Read more

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