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How Tooth Grinding Can Damage Your Smile

What is Tooth Grinding? Tooth grinding (or bruxism in doctor-speak) is a common behavior among men and women of all ages. It is when a person involuntarily clenches their jaw or rubs their teeth together. Tooth grinding can take place during the day or night and can affect kids and adults. Some people grind their

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Getting a Dental Implant May Not Take as Long as You Think

Think you don’t have time to beautify your smile? It may not take as long as you think. How many visits does it take to get dental implants? Each patient is different. But in most cases, complete implant procedures take fewer visits than they used to. The team at David A. Rice, DDS can restore

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Regular Cleanings And Heart Health

Visiting David A. Rice, DDS in Elgin for biannual dental checkups and cleanings can seem inconvenient and unnecessary at times. But you may benefit in ways you never figured out. A recent study showed that individuals who had their teeth professionally cleaned at least once every two years were 24 percent less likely to have

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Tooth Injuries and How To Treat Them In Illinois

Accidents can happen unexpectedly, and one area of the body that is particularly vulnerable to injury is the mouth, including the teeth. Tooth injuries can range from minor chips and cracks to more severe cases such as fractures or avulsions (complete tooth displacement). Understanding the causes, types, and immediate actions for tooth injuries is crucial

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Yes! You Can Replace Old Fillings

Superficial cuts in the skin vanish without a trace, infections are wiped out with antibiotics, broken bones mend, and inflamed tissues abate. Our teeth, unfortunately, can’t regenerate. Decay can be halted in its progress, but scientists are still years away from actual enamel regeneration. That’s why the team at David A. Rice, DDS strongly emphasizes

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Relax. Your Teeth Will Thank You.

Most people have been warned about the physical effects of stress. Our doctors remind us to protect ourselves from the dangers of unmanaged stress by eating healthy, exercising regularly, and getting adequate sleep. We know that we shouldn’t try to relieve stress with overeating, extreme alcohol consumption, smoking, or uncontrolled spending. (Even though many of

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Dry Mouth Can Cause Dental Problems

A decline of saliva flow resulting in a dry mouth is a common problem, especially among older people. Dry mouth is not only uncomfortable, it can cause tooth damage. Saliva is required to keep the mouth lubricated, wash the food from teeth, and neutralize the acids that can cause plaque. Extensive decay can occur in

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Looking for a Long-Term Tooth Whitening Solution?

Are your teeth yellowish or gray? Have you tried a tooth whitening system without success? Do you have tetracycline stains? You don’t have to live with a yellowish or gray smile. Porcelain veneers can perfect your teeth and create a breathtaking smile that will delight you for years to come. What are Porcelain Veneers? Veneers

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5 Smile Makeover Questions For Elgin Smiles

If you are considering a multi-procedure cosmetic dental smile makeover or extensive restorative dental work, here are four considerations: All At Once Or Over Time? At David A. Rice, DDS, our smile makeover patients can often receive several (or all) procedures in one visit. It all depends on the specific treatments necessary to achieve your perfect

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Two Hints For When You’re Too Tired To Brush

Too tired to touch a toothbrush. We’ve all been there. David A. Rice, DDS in Elgin and Dr. David Rice are committed to helping patients throughout the Wayne, Bartlett IL, and South Elgin neighborhoods to maintain balanced hygiene and to correct imperfections that can lead to inhibited confidence and self-assurance. On our blog today we

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Memberships & Associations

Dr. David Rice, DDS, KOIS Center Clinical Instructor membership page The American Academy of Restorative Dentistry membership logo for Dr. Rice, DDS Elgin dentist Dr. David Rice is a member of the American Dental Association Illinois State Dental Society membership badge for Dr. David Rice, DDS

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