Hello friends of David Rice DDS!

Close your eyes. Picture the most beautiful smile you have ever seen. Perhaps it is the smile of your significant other. Perhaps it is your favorite actor, actress, or singer. What makes this smile memorable? The brilliant color? The beautiful translucency? The pleasing shape? The alignment of the teeth? All of the above?

Would you like a smile as memorable as the image in your mind? It’s possible with cosmetic dentistry at David Rice DDS.

Dr. Rice skillfully redesigns smiles to correct alignment, dull color, damage, and stains.

Cosmetic dental procedures include the ever-popular porcelain veneers (gives teeth a brand new face), crown restorations, teeth whitening (quicker and easier than ever!), and dental bonding (affordable and effective).

You can have a billboard-perfect smile right here in the Elgin area.

The very same cosmetic and restorative dentistry procedures used on famous smiles is available at David Rice DDS. A celebrity salary and jet-setting lifestyle may be out of reach, but not a red carpet-worthy smile.

Come in for a smile design consultation to learn what cosmetic dentistry can do for your world class smile! Call (224) 523-8355 to book your appointment today.

Dr. David Rice
David Rice DDS
(224) 523-8355
http://www.ricedds.com/about-us.html

If you are pregnant, your oral health may be the last thing on your mind. However, many Elgin women experience an increase in dental problems during pregnancy. This article contains important information for expectant Elgin mothers and those planning to become pregnant.

Dr. David Rice recommends having a thorough general dentistry cleaning early in your pregnancy. Lying in a dentist’s chair can be uncomfortable during the last trimester. A professional cleaning performed by one of the skilled dental hygienists at David Rice DDS, along with diligent brushing and flossing, helps prevent gum problems that are often triggered by hormonal changes.

The American Dental Association has found a positive correlation between periodontal disease and preterm deliveries and low birth weight.

If you are currently pregnant and have sore, swollen or bleeding gums, schedule an appointment today by calling (224) 523-8355. Once the baby is here, it will probably be harder for you to make time for a dental visit.

If you receive cosmetic dental treatment at David Rice DDS during your pregnancy, be sure to inform Dr. David Rice that you are expecting. This will affect decisions about X-rays, pain relievers, antibiotics, and dental sedation.

Hormonal changes cause an increase in plague production which can lead to decay. If you are eating many small meals during the day, take care to brush after eating. If you avoid sweet snacks, your teeth will be less likely to develop cavities.

Remember, your oral care, nutrition and lifestyle affect your baby. It is essential that you eat a healthy diet with a variety of foods. A poor diet can harm your baby’s tooth and bone development. Be sure to get enough calcium, iron, vitamins A, D and C, protein, and phosphorus. Your Elgin Ob/Gyn can give you specific recommendations for your age, height, weight and medical conditions.

At David Rice DDS, we take special care of our clients who are expecting.

Hi. I’m Dr. David Rice. Welcome to my South Elgin general dentistry blog. Today we’ll be looking at the complexity and importance of your saliva. Though most people in South Elgin and surrounding areas may think it’s gross, saliva is essential to dental health as well as digestion.

Saliva is mostly water, but a small portion of it is made up of enzymes, antibacterial substances, mucus, and minerals. The pH balance of the mouth is maintained by saliva, and pH balance is a key factor in the development of cavities and other forms of tooth decay.

The minerals in saliva help to maintain the enamel surface of the teeth. Immunoproteins in saliva inhibit the overgrowth of microbes in the mouth, thereby protecting the gums from gum disease like gingivitis.

Now that South Elgin residents know how important saliva is to dental health, I’m sure you can see why ample salivary flow should concern you. For most of my South Elgin patients, everyday chewing is enough to stimulate salivary glands to release saliva. However, dry mouth, also known as xerostomia, is an ailment that should be dealt with quickly before oral health complications occur.

If you are in the South Elgin area and are looking for quality family dentistry, please contact my office today at (224) 523-8355. We have been providing general and cosmetic dentistry in the South Elgin area since 1986.

Our comfortable staff would be happy to talk to you about cosmetic dentistry, dental implants, sedation dentistry, general dentistry, and the other services we provide to our valued patients.

Dr. David Rice
David Rice DDS
1972 Larkin Ave
Elgin, Illinois
(224) 523-8355
http://www.ricedds.com/about-us.html

Hello friends of David Rice DDS! If you haven’t visited our blog in a while, we welcome you. It has been a great month at our state-of-the-art Elgin cosmetic dentistry practice.

We continue to achieve fantastic results with our precision smile makeovers.

If you have never seen our photo gallery of actual Elgin dentistry smile makeover patients, you are probably not aware of the limitless possibilities. There is virtually no dental problem that can’t be improved with modern cosmetic and restorative dentistry at David Rice DDS.

Dr. Rice has been skillfully using the tools of cosmetic dentistry: dental veneers, porcelain crowns, TMJ treatment, and teeth whitening to create unbelievably beautiful smiles. Ask us about dental bridges, laser dentistry, implant dentistry, and dental bonding. If you are not happy with your smile, call us at (224) 523-8355 today to schedule a smile design consultation.

The vast majority of Elgin smile makeover patients have absolutely no regrets about their investment in a stunning smile. There is no physical feature as eye-catching as an attractive smile. When your smile is phenomenal, you smile all the time!

Do you need a reason to smile? Consider a smile makeover from one of the top cosmetic dentists in Elgin. See http://www.ricedds.com/ for more information and photos. We look forward to making your smile the best it can be!

When my Elgin clients ask me about restorative dentistry, I usually tell them about fixed (or ‘traditional’) dental bridges or tooth implants. A dental bridge is an artificial tooth which replaces a missing tooth. The false tooth (called a ‘pontic’) is fused to porcelain crowns on either side of the missing tooth.

Tooth replacement has been a highly requested procedure at my Elgin dental practice. Patients from Elgin and surrounding areas have expressed concern about tooth replacement for many years. Most of my questions about restorative dentistry have to do with the strength and durability of the tooth replacement.

Dental implants are also popular concern for my Elgin tooth replacement patients. A dental implant consists of a titanium post surgically inserted into the jaw bone to replace the root of the missing tooth. The post integrates with the bone to provide a stable foundation for the replacement tooth.

After it has bonded with the bone (it usually takes three to six months), a smaller post is attached. This post extends above the gum line. The artificial tooth (crown) is then attached. The entire process takes several months, but consistently yields terrific results for Elgin tooth restoration patients. My cosmetic dentistry patients appreciate the fact that I stay up to date on the latest advancements in tooth replacement procedures.

Both smile restoration options preserve or restore facial contour and allow you to talk and eat normally. Tooth replacements prevent adjoining teeth from gradually shifting and can help correct bite problems, too. Tooth implants and dental bridges can replace one or more missing teeth. Many Elgin area dental patients have been treated successfully with these tooth restoration alternatives.

Call David Rice DDS and ask for Dr. David Rice to schedule an evaluation for Elgin tooth restoration. You can schedule your tooth restoration by calling us at (224) 523-8355.

Cosmetic and restorative dentistry techniques and materials have advanced to a point where total and near-total mouth reconstruction is possible right here in the South Elgin area.

Unlike conventional removable dentures, extensive mouth reconstruction involves strong, functional and aesthetically pleasing teeth with roots permanently anchored into the jaw bone.

You have probably heard around South Elgin about dental implants; the tooth replacement option that is, in most cases, the best possible replacement for a missing tooth. Dental implants have been used in the South Elgin area for many years to replace one or two missing teeth. However, they can also provide a structure for dental crowns, bridges, and anchored dentures that replace nearly every tooth in the mouth!

Every South Elgin smile makeover patient requires a somewhat unique combination of cosmetic dental procedures, but let’s talk about a hypothetical case involving several restorations:

‘Linda’ was a 52 year-old South Elgin patient with a mouthful of problems. She was missing most of her back teeth on both her upper and lower arch. Four of her front teeth were chipped and her gums had eroded revealing the metal bases of two old crowns.

To restore a beautiful, strong and youthful-looking smile, she would receive dental implants to anchor partial dentures for her upper and lower back teeth. After soft tissue grafts, her front teeth would receive a combination of porcelain veneers and crowns.

The result? A stunning smile, renewed confidence and no more slipping dentures!

Dr. David Rice DDS
http://www.ricedds.com/
(224) 523-8355

In South Elgin, a dentist’s office is sometimes seen as a painful and scary place. David Rice DDS located at 1972 Larkin Ave, Elgin, Illinois 60123 tries to discourage that image with a comfortable staff and qualified dentists. However, endodontic therapy, a dental procedure commonly known as a root canal, still carries a strong association with pain that sometimes keeps people from regularly visiting the dentist and tending optimally to their oral health.

When a tooth becomes badly infected or decayed, a qualified dentist in South Elgin can clean the inside of the tooth by removing the bacteria, soft tissue (called pulp), decayed nerve tissue, and any debris that may be causing the tooth infection from the inside of the tooth. Your qualified dentist will then seal the tooth to prevent further decay and finish by applying a crown or filling. This is the process and purpose of a root canal. The process can be completed, typically, in just a few visits to your South Elgin dental practice. In many cases, endodontics are a better option than removing the infected tooth since it allows you to keep your natural tooth.

Teeth that are more prone to requiring a root canal procedure in the South Elgin area are cracked or chipped, have received repeated dental procedures, have been damaged by trauma to the face, or are suffering from deep tooth decay. Wearing a mouth guard can help prevent damage sustained to teeth and practicing good oral hygiene habits, such as daily flossing and brushing, coupled with regular dental visits, can reduce the possibility of needing a dental root canal.

Though a root canal can be intimidating or scary, educating yourself and talking to your local cosmetic dentist in South Elgin can relieve much of your anxiety. Root canals are often not painful, and for many people the pain of the infection experienced beforehand is worse than any pain that might be experienced during the procedure, and the relief is well worth the trouble.

If you are in the South Elgin area, you can give David Rice DDS a call at (224) 523-8355 to see what we can do for your oral health.

For Confident Smiles

Don’t forget to visit us at our online dentistry website at: http://www.ricedds.com/

The American Dental Association offers some welcome advice for choosing a dentist. We have already talked about how word of mouth is an important factor in how many people find a dentist. Here are some things you should look for in an Elgin area dentist:

Location is always a factor when choosing a dentist. If you live in the Elgin area, there are many options, and most locations are not too far out of the way. While location plays an important role in convenience, many people are willing to drive a little farther for a better experience with their Elgin family dentist.

Relationship is a strong factor. Your Elgin dentist should be approachable, and should make you feel comfortable when you are in the dentist chair. After all, your dentist will be working very close with you to help you achieve a high level of oral hygiene; you most certainly will want to have a good, professional, comfortable relationship with your Elgin dentist and the dental office staff.

Specialty is another important factor in choosing a dentist in Elgin. Some dentists specialize in cosmetic dentistry. Others specialize in endodontics and restorative dentistry. Depending on your need, you may select a local Elgin dentist who can solve your immediate concern. Bear in mind, however, that it is good to have a general dentist who can maintain your dental history and work with you to through the years.

If you are looking for a dentist in the Elgin area, please come by and speak with me. I can address your interest in any of these critical areas, and will be happy to introduce you to David Rice DDS.

I look forward to meeting you.

-Dr. David Rice, DDS

(224) 523-8355

Veneers have myriad applications in South Elgin cosmetic dentistry. With veneers, you can transform your smile without significant restorative dental work.

Is your tooth enamel worn and thin? Tooth-colored porcelain veneers have the translucency of healthy tooth enamel. Many South Elgin dental clients have received veneers to cover worn enamel. Some believe they look twenty years younger!

Have your teeth developed uneven edges? Tooth grinding, natural wear and other factors can roughen tooth edges. Veneers are a minimally invasive correction for uneven tooth edges. Veneers are a popular treatment for South Elgin cosmetic dentistry patients.

Do you have chips or cracks in your teeth? If your teeth are otherwise healthy, dental veneers provide a flawless tooth surface. Are your teeth yellow or gray? Veneers can fix that, too. Veneers can be fabricated in any shade to perk up your smile while still blending naturally with your skin tones.

Porcelain veneers are paper-thin, tooth-shaped covers that are affixed to the front of teeth. Traditional veneers required the removal of a thin layer of tooth structure. Prepless veneers like Lumineers are applied to unaltered teeth.

Veneers are strong, natural looking and one of the most affordable cosmetic dentistry procedures in the South Elgin area. Veneers are usually far less expensive than complete dental crowns, yet they are just as strong and beautiful.

South Elgin aesthetic dentists love veneers because they correct a multitude of tooth problems. At David Rice DDS, we would be happy to show you what veneers can do for you. David Rice DDS is located at 1972 Larkin Ave, Elgin, IL. We provide premium dental care for many of your friends and neighbors in the greater South Elgin area. Our phone number is (224) 523-8355.

You can visit http://www.ricedds.com/about-us.html for information about our comfortable team and the types of services we provide.

When it comes to cosmetic dentistry, tooth whitening is one of the easiest and rewarding procedures. There are also a lot of tooth whitening options for those of us in the Elgin IL area. How do you find a good tooth whitening procedure?

Visiting your local Elgin IL dentist is a good start!

Whitening your teeth is an advanced dental procedure that you won’t want to get wrong on the first try. That’s why I always recommend a visit to David Rice DDS (our dental practice) to visit with me and talk about it. I’m Dr. David Rice, and as a Elgin IL cosmetic dentist, I am not only experienced with teeth whitening procedures, but care about your teeth and your smile. I can recommend tooth whitening procedures based on your age, dental hygiene, and personal goals.

Most importantly, I can help you assess the condition of your teeth and help you understand what to expect and how to care for your teeth once they are whitened.

Many of our Elgin IL area patients ask about tooth whitening. In fact it is one of our most popular dental procedures. There are many tooth whitening options, ranging from the kind you will perform at home to professional tooth bleaching procedures we can do right here in our cosmetic dental office. The one best for you can depend on many factors, starting with the color of your teeth and how white you want your teeth to be after the procedure.

Consulting with your family dentist before you begin a tooth whitening procedure has several advantages. Among the advantages are professional care, experienced advice, and reliable recommendations for which tooth whitening procedure will be best for you.

If you are contemplating a tooth whitening procedure, and you live in the Elgin IL area, come in and visit with me for just a few minutes. We’ll discuss your goals, the options that are available to you, and the results you can expect. You will be much happier with your results with the advantage of professional advice.

I look forward to hearing from you.

-Dr. David Rice (224) 523-8355