Samuel P. Weisz, D.D.S
After graduating from the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Dentistry, Dr. Samuel Weisz gained a spot at the VA Medical Center in Long Beach, California where he completed postgraduate training in Implants, Sedation Dentistry, and Anesthesia medicine.
With this unique training he has continued using advancements in dental technology to increase the comfort of his patients in the chair. His main focus is on prevention, an area in which he lectures frequently. He can be seen teaching throughout the Chicagoland area at one of his sought after programs dealing with juvenile dental health and anxiety.
National Brush Day (Libertyville IL Dentist)
Okay. Now that the kids have done all their trick or treating for the year, it’s time to enjoy the candy hall. But be warned, all of that candy can of course do some damage to young teeth to help. Today is National Brush Day and dentist Sam Weisz with Libertyville Dental Associates is here to tell us some more, including just some of the basics. And that is start us out with when should parents start brushing a baby’s teeth, for example.
Sure. The earlier the better. I recommend a wet washcloth or baby buddy has a great tooth tissue line that you can start cleaning the gums. That’s setting them up with a habit. So when they get their first tooth at about six months, then you’re already starting to brush that with a fluoride toothpaste.
Okay. So as a parent, I always feel guilty when we miss a brushing. Last night, for example, it was because our 4-year-old was just so exhausted. He basically passed out in our arms. Are we doing damage by missing one or two or is how is the damage done? I know it’s done by sugar, but does it take hours only?
Yeah. Well, so sugar is a key. The quicker you get it off the teeth, the better. That’s why we want to get them in the habits early on with brushing. So starting with the baby buddy line moving up, I really like their 360 toothbrush because it gets them in that early habit.
And habits are what’s key to dental health.
It is.
Over and over and over again. How many times a day should a child brush their teeth?
I want them brushing morning and night at the very least. And that’s to get the sugar off the teeth like you said.
Okay. Let’s talk about your book. I love it because it’s a fun way to speak to kids about the importance of brushing the name of it. Sugar bugs.
Yeah. So sugar Bugs is a story of Theodore. He basically loves sugar. He eats for lunch, he eats gummies. He eats lollipops for night. And as the sugar bugs start to grow in his mouth, he realizes something wrong. So he goes to the dentist, sits in the comfy chair, gets to experience everything fun about the dentist. And what I like about it and what it encourages is that people and kids can now be self-motivated to take care of their teeth. So they’ll start to go in there without you even having to nag anymore. And you can get it on Amazon. I’d love for you to ask your librarians about it.
It’s outstanding. Thank you so much for coming in this morning. Appreciate it. Thank you. Nice to see you, doctor. For brushing tips and to learn more about National Brush today, we’re posting the information on our website. Just drop by abc7chicago.com.
Samuel P. Weisz is known for his hands on approach, working with Kids to reduce anxieties and fear about going to the dentist. His core beliefs include fostering early education to lay the groundwork for healthy teeth for life. Dr. Sam Weisz has implemented the use of Computer Guided Implant surgeries in conjunction with a process called conscious sedation to make his Libertyville dentist office a more comfortable and less scary place to be. His first project post residency, was as editor to the dental education publication, “Things You Should Have Learned in Dental School and Never Did”. Dr. Sam Weisz’s main goal in dentistry is to make the dentist less scary and create a new kind of smile for the patients at Libertyville Dental Associates.
Dr. Weisz remains dedicated to providing dental care to under served populations both at home and abroad. He has gained a unique perspective on life in places in which there are few or no dentists, through his work with migrant farm workers of the southwest, isolated populations of Yucatan Mexico’s village communities, and the U.S. war veteran population. In his free time, Dr. Weisz has a fondness for anything adventurous, from hiking and whitewater rafting to amateur boxing and fishing.
Dr. Weisz takes great pride in caring for his patients with a gentle hand and caring smile. Most of all, Dr. Weisz, is excited to bring his energy and enthusiasm to Libertyville Dental Associates. He believes strongly in our practice philosophy and looks forward to meeting our patients.