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Many dental offices today employ mercury-free procedures. Patients are becoming increasingly aware of the negative results that have come out of many dental research projects involving mercury. Mercury is a neurotoxin and can lead to autoimmune disease, chronic illness, and mental disorders. Dr. Janet Stopka’s practice Janet S. Stopka DDS, PC. is mercury-free. She also […]

Have you heard about the increasing popularity of ozone use in dentistry? When you hear the word ozone, you probably immediately think about the ozone in our atmosphere. Dental ozone is quite different and offers many benefits to dentists around the world. Your Burr Ridge, IL biological dentist, would love to share some of these […]

When you have missing teeth, you may treat the issue as one that is purely visual. Every time you smile, you are very aware that your smile is incomplete. The truth about your missing teeth is that it is not only an aesthetic issue but one that can result in pretty serious dental health issues. […]

Microorganisms and their byproducts are the primary catalysts to an individual needing a root canal. When the pulp of a tooth becomes infected, it becomes necessary to expose this infected pulp so that it can be removed. This is followed by disinfection of the remaining inner tissue that is healthy. Once this is complete, it […]

Are you finding yourself smiling less because of tooth loss? If you’re nodding in agreement, there is a relief for you. At Janet S. Stopka DDS, PC, Burr Ridge, IL, residents have access to professionals with extensive experience to provide treatment options to restore their smile. While tooth loss can diminish your confidence, teeth implants […]

Achieving a smile that you feel is perfect can be tough, while maintaining that same beautiful smile over the years can seem downright impossible. Even with regular brushing, flossing, and rinsing, your smile can undergo quite a few changes over the years, which can leave it imperfect. Thanks to veneers, which are now both accessible […]

Burr Ridge, IL area patients who are faced with tooth loss might immediately think of their grandparents’ dentures as the next step for restoration. Fortunately, patients have a wide range of options available to them today. This includes dental implants. Dr. Janet Stopka provides dental implants that are safe, biocompatible, and affordable for patients who […]

It does not take a lot of work, but you do have to be persistent if you want to maintain a bright, beautiful smile as you age. This can only be achieved when you take your dental health and oral hygiene seriously. At-home regimens combined with regular visits to the dentist go a long way […]

At the practice of Dr. Janet Stopka, our biological dentist, patients of the Burr Ridge, IL area can benefit from ozone dentistry. Ozone dentistry is a part of dentistry that uses the water-soluble gas called ozone. This is a triatomic oxygen particle that can be used in many areas of dental work. Dr. Janet Stopka […]

Burr Ridge, IL area patients who are interested in maintaining their oral health and wellness can work with a dentist such as Dr. Janet S. Stopka to educate themselves further on how they can improve their smile. Oral health and wellness are important for many reasons. When patients practice dental hygiene, they will keep problems […]

Are you interested in cosmetic dental services for the enhancement of your smile? Are you dealing with a variety of imperfections that need to be improved by a dentist? Do you live in or around the Burr Ridge, IL area? If this sounds like you, Dr. Janet Stopka can assist! Working with a dentist who […]

Burr Ridge, IL patients who are interested in working with a quality dentist to improve the health of their smiles are welcome to learn more about dental care from Dr. Janet Stopka. Her practice is available to provide tips for good dental hygiene and healthy, beautiful smiles. At her facility, each patient is treated as […]