In an ideal world, injuries would not happen. Unfortunately, they do happen and usually at the worst possible time. That is why we make every effort to see emergencies ASAP here at Eastland Dental Center in Bloomington, IL. You are always our top priority; we are dedicated to protecting your oral health, and easing your […]
When the unthinkable occurs, and you have a dental emergency, you can rest easy. You can find the best care available for traumatic dental injuries in Bloomington. Whether you or someone you love is involved in an automobile accident, you suffer an athletic injury, or you have an unexpected fall, you need immediate expert attention. […]
Tooth pain is, contrary to popular belief, one of the most common reasons people seek emergency dental care. When we think of what we would consider a dental emergency, we may list traumatic injuries such as a tooth being knocked out or broken. In reality, this type of scenario is rare. Tooth pain, on the […]
When we think of our smile, we tend to give most attention to our teeth. Our teeth, however, are just one overall part of the oral anatomy. Sometimes, emergency dental care is needed to address an injury to soft tissue such as the cheek, lips, or gums. Most often, however, we see patients in our […]
An important part of every person’s general sense of well-being is how healthy their teeth and gums are. Oral health may not be something that is immediately considered as impactful on quality of life, and the idea that one may need access to emergency dentistry may not be readily recognized. Drs. Mike and Marisa Milligan are experienced […]
In the event of an unexpected dental problem, it is easy to feel a bit panicked. If you find yourself in this situation, don’t stress. The team at Eastland Dental Center is here to help you get out of pain and back to better oral health. If an urgent dental need arises, whether you are […]
There are several factors that play into our level of well-being, oral health being one of them. When our teeth and gums are unhealthy, they tend to look like it. We may also struggle with embarrassing bad breath. The emotional toll of untreated dental problems can be heavy. The presence of issues like oral bacteria […]
There are many steps that we take to keep our bodies healthy. We choose healthy foods, try to get enough sleep each night, and exercise when we can. This is where we tend to stop. One important factor in health, we are learning, is what goes on in the mouth. The more we learn, the […]
When you see those toothpaste commercials on TV, you often hear about how they are the #1 plaque and germ fighter, and the best defense against gingivitis. Some may know what plaque and gingivitis are, but there are those who need a refresher course in proper oral health care. Gingivitis is a form or periodontal […]
You’re driving through town on your way to visit your grandmother in Chicago, and you’re chewing a delicious piece of saltwater taffy. Suddenly, the taffy cements to one of your dental crowns and pulls the crown right off of the implant. What do you do? You’re getting ready for bed and look in the mirror […]
Dr. Milligan of Eastland Dental Center is committed to the oral health of his patients and the community. His practice, located in the 61701 area, allows him to provide quality care to patients in and around Bloomington, Illinois. He is a dentist who believes in offering men and women a way of rejuvenating the beauty […]