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More than 36 million Americans don’t have any teeth. And 120 million are missing at least one tooth. (American College of Prosthodontists) 90% of individuals without teeth wear dentures. Are you one of them? Dentures aren’t the ideal tooth replacement If so, how are your dentures working for you? Do they slip around in your …
If you have claustrophobia, you avoid cave exploration. If you have acrophobia (fear of heights), you avoid sky diving. In either case, you can live a fulfilling life without participating in these activities. What if you have dentophobia or a fear of the dentist? (Yes, it’s a real thing with an official name.) This is …
Are tooth implants too expensive? Are dental implants unsafe? Are dental implants experimental? Is the surgery painful? Does it take a long time to recover? The answer to all of these is No. Let’s talk about it. Dental implants are an investment in a better quality of life Dental implants aren’t cheap. We understand that. …
If you are researching orthodontics, you have probably heard about clear aligners. They offer several advantages over traditional metal braces. The most popular benefit is the fact that they are nearly invisible. Millions of people have corrected their teeth with aligners in the past twenty years since they were developed. We’re here to help with …
Talk to your dentist There’s something about having knowledge of anything unknown that makes us feel less afraid or at least more confident handling the unknown. If you consider dentistry an unknown topic, maybe you can educate yourself by asking your dentist lots of questions. Find a dentist willing to listen to your fearful thoughts …
Dentists know that a mouth examination can reveal issues in other parts of the patient’s body. Because many diseases manifest in soft tissues of the mouth or cause pain in the jaw, dentists often refer patients to their medical doctor for further diagnosis when they encounter issues such as inflammation, chronic bad breath, bleeding gums, …
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 …
