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  • Fantastic Elastics

    If you already wear traditional braces, you know all about these helpful little rubber rings. But if you are new to the world of braces, you might like to know just what kind of elastics are available and what they [...]

  • Labor Day: Our Favorite Holiday To Rest!

    Labor Day, celebrated on the first Monday each September here in the United States, is a holiday devoted to the American working community. The purpose of the holiday is honoring the country's workers and their contributions to the strength of [...]

  • Caring for Your Smile While Wearing Invisalign®

    Getting your braces off is exciting. You’ve been working on your new smile for months or years, and it’s time for the trips to our Chicago, IL office to pay off. Can you imagine how bad it would be to [...]

  • Proper Diet while Undergoing Orthodontics

    Many people undergo orthodontic treatment during childhood, adolescence, and even into adulthood. Wearing orthodontic appliances like braces is sure to produce a beautiful smile. Though orthodontic treatments at Kenwood Dental Group are designed to accommodate your lifestyle, chances are you [...]

  • Braces: Not Just For Kids Anymore

    Despite the common assumption that braces are for kids, more and more adults are choosing to pursue orthodontics to correct their smiles. Just hearing the word “braces” and picturing a mouth full of metal can cause many grownups to hesitate [...]

  • It’s Time To Go Back To School!

    Now that many of the schools in Chicago, IL are back in session, Drs. Adrienne Barnes, David N. Maclin & Arnold Hutabarat would like to remind all of our patients about the importance of scheduling appointments in advance. With school, [...]

  • The Clear Benefits of Invisalign®

    Straighter teeth is something many people desire. A nice smile is one of the most attractive things about a person. However, wearing a mouth full of braces for two, three, or more years can be a major pain, both literally [...]

  • Thanks To Invisalign®, You Can Have A Perfect Smile Without Metal Wires Or Brackets!

    When it comes to straightening your smile, our team at Kenwood Dental Group knows that having a mouth full of metal braces may not be your idea of fun. Luckily for you, Drs. Adrienne Barnes, David N. Maclin & Arnold [...]

  • More Adults Are Opting for Invisalign®

    These days it's becoming more and more common to see adults at our Chicago, IL office getting their teeth straightened with Invisalign clear aligners — that is, if you can see them! Treatment with Invisalign is effective and aesthetically pleasing [...]

  • Five Great Reasons to Visit Our Practice this Summer

    We’ve heard all the reasons why folks put off scheduling an orthodontic consultation: not quite ready to begin treatment, vacations, busy schedules, financial concerns, etc. Here are five reasons why you shouldn’t delay another day to make an appointment for [...]

  • Happy Fourth of July

    Every year, Americans all over the world celebrate the birth of the country and its independence on the Fourth of July. There are countless ways that people celebrate and they range from community parades and large scale gatherings to concerts, [...]

  • How a High-Tech Office Helps Your Orthodontic Treatment

    Our office strives to bring you the latest and greatest in orthodontic techniques and technologies. Being on the cutting edge of the industry is important—it ensures you, as our patient, are getting the best orthodontic treatment you possibly can while [...]