STEPHANIE SKOPEK DDS

• posted: Jan. 11, 2023

Unless you're aware of the signs and symptoms of gum disease and how it's caused, it's possible that you may have unknowingly developed it. Often painless, gum disease -- or Read More

• posted: Jan. 04, 2023

It’s a new year, and it couldn’t come fast enough for many of us! Let’s do our part to make this a better year in every way—and you can start Read More

• posted: Dec. 28, 2022

Every January 1st, you have your resolutions ready. No more nail biting. Lose ten pounds. Stop smoking. None of us are happy about those annoying bad habits we’ve picked up Read More

• posted: Dec. 21, 2022

It’s common for toddlers to be wary of strangers, but their first experience at the dentist shouldn’t be a scary one. the doctor and our team have five tips for Read More

• posted: Dec. 14, 2022

Toothpastes come in many forms and boast different flavors, benefits, and endorsements. All are designed to remove surface bacteria and prevent the buildup of plaque that can cause tooth decay. Read More

• posted: Dec. 07, 2022

It might be the most wonderful time of the year, but if you’re dashing through the snow to an emergency dental appointment, you’re not feeling very jolly. And post-holiday, no Read More

• posted: Nov. 30, 2022

You and your dentist are essential partners in making sure you have the best dental care. You do your part by eating a tooth-healthy diet, brushing and flossing as recommended, Read More

• posted: Nov. 23, 2022

Thanksgiving marks the start to the holidays; a season filled with feasting, indulging, and spending time with family and friends are always special. Thanksgiving is a holiday meant for giving Read More

• posted: Nov. 16, 2022

The dental section of your local drugstore or favorite online site offers more dental tools for home care than ever before. Little angled mirrors. Tongue scrapers. Gum stimulators. Interproximal brushes. Read More

• posted: Nov. 09, 2022

Yes, indeed! While brushing, flossing, and regular visits to Stephanie Skopek are all key to maintaining a healthy smile and mouth, the doctor and our team want you to know Read More

• posted: Nov. 02, 2022

Diabetes is a chronic disease that increases the risk for many serious health problems, including severe gum disease. November is Diabetes Awareness Month, and it’s a great time for us Read More

• posted: Oct. 26, 2022

All Hallows' Eve, more commonly known as Halloween, is a yearly event celebrated on October 31, and one that is anticipated by the young and young at heart all over Read More

• posted: Oct. 19, 2022

A vital step in your oral health routine is flossing. We hope our patients at Stephanie Skopek maintain good oral hygiene, including daily flossing between each visit to our Barrington, Read More

• posted: Oct. 12, 2022

One of the greatest features our team at Stephanie Skopek offers is the ability to see first-hand how we can help our patients. While X-rays help us detect any problems Read More

• posted: Oct. 05, 2022

the doctor, as well as our team at Stephanie Skopek, would like to give those patients with flex spend, health savings, or insurance benefits a friendly end of the year Read More

• posted: Mar. 07, 2022
• Family Dentist

When you have a large family, ensuring that each member gets proper dental care each year can be complicated and time-consuming. The best thing to do is choose one dentist Read More