Tooth decay is one of the most common health problems there is. Are you doing everything you can to prevent it? In this post from David Rice DDS in Elgin IL we have some practical ideas that can help. What causes a cavity? Every time we eat or drink, plaque bacteria break down sugar that …
Chronic bad breath can happen to anyone. Even men and women who practice impeccable oral hygiene can suffer from the condition. Are you struggling with bad breath? Schedule an examination and deep dental cleaning at David A. Rice, DDS in Elgin. Our dental hygienist will get all the plaque and calculus off your teeth. During your examination, Dr. …
Flossing can be a bit of a chore. It takes time to do it right, and if you haven’t flossed in a while, it can even be painful. It’s no wonder our team at David Rice DDS in Elgin IL is constantly reminding our patients to brush and floss! Flossing is vital to your dental …
Most people probably know how a pediatric dentist differs from an orthodontist. But you may not know that there are multiple dental specialties. This post from David Rice DDS in Elgin IL looks at the disciplines within dentistry. Endodontics: This area focuses on dental pulp and periradicular tissues. If you need a root canal, you …
At David Rice DDS in Elgin IL, we know that a common dental problem tends to go undiagnosed for years. This is because people chalk it up to genetics and don’t even realize it’s a problem. The problem we’re talking about is, of course, malocclusion. Literally meaning “bad bite,” it is a term coined by …
A dental emergency is any event in which damage to the teeth occurs and the patient needs urgent care. While a dental emergency may have never happened to you, it could happen in the future. Some things are too pressing to wait for an appointment. How do you know if you need to call for …
Remember when being a five-year-old with a few missing teeth charmed friends and family? When a lisp was considered adorable and endearing? Doesn’t really work for adults. At David Rice DDS in Elgin IL we can restore missing teeth with lifelike dental implants. A single-tooth dental implant consists of three parts: the implant itself, a …
Mini-dental implants are, as their name suggests, a smaller version of regular dental implants. They have several advantages, and are available at David Rice DDS in Elgin IL. Like their larger counterparts, mini implants are titanium posts inserted into the jaw, where they fuse with the bone to become a support for one or more …
Do You Grind Your Teeth While You Sleep? A lot of people clench or grind their teeth, especially as they sleep. It’s called bruxism and can lead to jaw pain and tooth damage. If this sounds like you or someone close to you, talk to us about it at David Rice DDS in Elgin IL. …
Proper nutrition can benefit you in many ways: increased energy, improved immunity, glowing skin, mental clarity, and a lower risk of heart disease and stroke. At David Rice DDS in Elgin IL we ask: How often do you consider how your diet affects your dental health? Your diet influences your risk of cavities, enamel health, …
