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• posted: Aug. 29, 2023

Labor Day is upon us, and that means the non-official end to summer. Before the kids head back to school and temperatures start to cool down, this is your last Read More

• posted: Aug. 22, 2023

Medical doctors and dental health professionals, like the doctor, have debated over the connection (or lack thereof) between gum disease and heart disease. While there still is no unanimous consensus Read More

• posted: Aug. 15, 2023

At Kim Battisto, DDS, we have been creating beautiful smiles for years. Whether you have visited the doctor and our team for a week or for your entire life, we Read More

• posted: Aug. 08, 2023

As you grow older, your mind may be preoccupied with the health of your bones, heart, or brain. However, our team at Kim Battisto, DDS will tell you that keeping Read More

• posted: Aug. 01, 2023

Here we are in the middle of the hottest time of the year. Yes, it’s the dog days of summer. But, wait—just what are “the dog days of summer,” anyway? The Read More

• posted: Jul. 25, 2023

When a child is born, he or she will have 20 primary teeth and 32 permanent teeth. But sometimes kids are born with additional teeth, and our team at Kim Read More

• posted: Jul. 18, 2023

It’s common for children to suck their thumb at a young age. the doctor and our team want you to understand the potential issues that can surface down the road Read More

• posted: Jul. 11, 2023

When you’re busy at work or school, when you’re on vacation, when you’re on the road to adventure—preparation helps everything go smoothly. Especially when the unexpected happens! So, how can Read More

• posted: Jul. 04, 2023

Happy Independence Day from the doctor and team! The Fourth of July celebrations in America may have changed a lot over the years, but there is no doubt that we Read More

• posted: Jun. 27, 2023

Regular dental cleanings and checkups at our Carol Stream, Illinois office are an excellent way to ensure everything is A-OK in your mouth. There’s a reason the American Dental Association Read More

• posted: Jun. 20, 2023

When it comes to dental hygiene, “going green” is not the first phrase that comes to mind. But if you are brushing properly, you are also replacing your toothbrush every Read More

• posted: Jun. 13, 2023

Mouthwash is important for more than just keeping your breath fresh and smelling great. Combined with other forms of dental hygiene, it can help prevent plaque, cavities, gingivitis, and other Read More

• posted: Jun. 06, 2023

School’s out for the summer, and it’s great to have the kids home. After all, they deserve a break after all their hard work. And you want to keep their Read More

• posted: May 30, 2023

Baby teeth come with a built-in expiration date. That charming first smile is meant to make way for a healthy, beautiful adult smile. Unfortunately, before they are ready to make Read More

• posted: May 23, 2023

Memorial Day is not only a federal holiday in the United States, but it is a day of observance and remembrance of those who died in service. Originally known as Read More

• posted: May 16, 2023

the doctor and our team want you to have the healthiest possible smile in the healthiest possible body. Oral cancer can affect the mouth, tongue, throat and jaw. Early detection Read More