Have you received root canal treatment in the past? Typically, Dr. Wajih Chammae and our team perform this treatment as a method to save teeth so that they don’t need to be removed. We offer a review of the importance of root canal treatment in treating and preventing dental complications in your smile. A root canal is often required in... read more »

When a cavity first develops on a tooth, it can sometimes spread quickly. This is even more likely to be an issue if you don’t practice consistent daily oral hygiene measures, or you fail to attend your regularly scheduled dental checkup at Family Dental of Palatine’s dental office. If an area of tooth decay has spread too far to be... read more »

Unfortunately, many parents around the world are stressed about baby teeth grinding. This is common, especially because the clicking, grating, and popping sound their child makes can send chills down their spine. Studies show that about 30 percent of children grind their teeth at a young age, so if your child has this habit, you’re not alone. To help you... read more »

At Family Dental of Palatine Dr. Nidal Obeid and Dr. Dennis Rivera want our patients in Palatine, Illinois, to know just how important their smile is. As you know, your smile consists of various parts working together, such as your teeth, gums, cheeks, tongue, throat, and even saliva production. So, while you are remembering all the things you are thankful... read more »

Dr. Nidal Obeid and Dr. Dennis Rivera at Family Dental of Palatine in Palatine, Illinois, are pleased to use digital radiography (digital X-rays) to evaluate your smile health. We want to make sure we find and treat issues early on when they require the least invasive treatment options. Digital X-Rays Help Us Spot the Following: To check for decay between your... read more »