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Go Green for St. Patrick’s Day
Author: Anonymous updated: Mar. 14, 2023

Millions of people, around DECATUR, Illinois and beyond, wear green on St. Patrick’s Day so they can show their spirit for the holiday and avoid getting pinched. While it may Read more
Are your teeth ready for the big day?
Author: Anonymous updated: Mar. 07, 2023

Capturing the Moment At Carol A. Cunningham, DDS we know that just about anyone who has taken on the challenge of planning her own wedding could tell you how important the Read more
The Effects of Sleep Apnea on Dental Health
Author: Anonymous updated: Feb. 28, 2023

Sleep apnea is an increasingly common medical condition, and one that can have a truly devastating effect on the waking life of the sufferer. Those who suffer from the disorder Read more
What is hyperdontia?
Author: Anonymous updated: Feb. 21, 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 Carol Read more
The Start of Valentine’s Day
Author: Anonymous updated: Feb. 14, 2023

Valentine’s Day, also known as Saint Valentine’s Day, has been said to originate with a Catholic priest named Valentine several thousand year ago. Valentine defied the emperor at the time Read more
Eco-Friendly Toothbrushes
Author: Anonymous updated: Feb. 07, 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
Are You Due for a Routine Teeth Cleaning?
Author: Anonymous updated: Apr. 12, 2022

When was the last time you saw your dentist for a checkup? Life gets busy. We get it! But it should never get so busy that you forget to see your Read more
Category: Oral Health
All About TMD
Author: Anonymous updated: Mar. 04, 2022

Are you dealing with a TMJ disorder? Find out how to alleviate your discomfort. Everything from dental misalignments to stress can lead someone to deal with an uncomfortable and common jaw Read more
Category: Dental Procedures
How to be a good flosser
Author: Anonymous updated: Feb. 17, 2022

Dental flossing is the act of removing food debris and deposits stuck between the teeth with a thin cord known as floss. Flossing can help to prevent gum disease. Your Read more
Category: Oral Health
Are Dental Crowns A Good Idea?
Author: Anonymous updated: Jan. 20, 2022

Your smile is a fantastic part of who you are as a person. A damaged smile can cause you to lack self-confidence and even shy away from social interaction. Dr. Read more
Category: Cosmetic Dentistry
Decatur Dentist Treats Snoring, Sleep Apnea, and Helps Improve Patients’ Sleep
Author: Anonymous updated: Dec. 17, 2021

Dr. Carol Cunningham, an established Decatur dentist, is one of thousands of AADSM dentists practicing in the growing field of dental sleep medicine to help treat snoring and sleep apnea. Once a Read more
Category: Oral Health, Dental Procedures, Cosmetic Dentistry
Common Signs Of TMD/TMJ
Author: Anonymous updated: Nov. 08, 2021

Jaw muscle pain and tightness can be very uncomfortable. If you experience such issues near your ear or jaw, you should seek treatment for TMD/TMJ in Decatur, IL. At Gentle Art of Dentistry, Dr. Read more
Category: Oral Health
Dental Crowns Restore Damaged Teeth
Author: Anonymous updated: Aug. 19, 2021

Gentle Art of Dentistry offers crowns to replace teeth and restore smiles. Dr. Carol Cunningham and Dr. Daniel Jurgens can help when you have a damaged or decayed tooth with Read more
Category: Cosmetic Dentistry
Are Dental Implants Right For You?
Author: Anonymous updated: May 25, 2021

How dental implants from your dentists in Decatur, IL, can give you back your smile Are you asking yourself if dental implants are right for you? It’s a common question, that Read more
Category: Dental Procedures
Renew Your Smile With Porcelain Veneers
Author: Anonymous updated: Mar. 19, 2021

Improving your smile may be simpler than you might think, thanks to porcelain veneers. Your Decatur, IL, dentists, Dr. Carol Cunningham and Dr. Daniel Jurgens of the Gentle Art of Read more
Category: Cosmetic Dentistry
5 Reasons To Consider Dental Implants
Author: Anonymous updated: Feb. 05, 2021

Losing a tooth, or more, is never easy, but thanks to modern dentistry you don't have to endure a gap in your smile for very long. Not only can a Read more
Category: Oral Health