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, …
Brushing and flossing your teeth twice a day is one of the best things you can do to maintain good dental health. You’ve probably heard us say that more than once, at David Rice DDS in Elgin IL. Not many patients like to admit it, but studies show that some people have a hard time …
This New Year’s Eve, folks all over the world will be watching the ball and waiting for it to drop. They will be jotting down resolutions left and right, ranging from the achievable to the borderline impossible. As everyone around you is dusting off old workout equipment and renewing gym memberships, David Rice DDS in …
At David Rice DDS in Elgin IL, we know New Year’s Eve parties are just around the corner and we are eager to celebrate the coming of 2023! Soon, all of us will be gathering to watch fireworks and indulge in all sorts of fun traditions. This brings us to the topic of this article; …
If you are a teenager or the parent of a teenager, this David Rice DDS in Elgin IL post is for you. We’ll discuss dental issues of special concern to adolescents. Dental risks for teens include both developmental and lifestyle-related factors. At our practice, we see decay and gum disease far too often in teens. …
Many people with a gummy smile undergo surgery to bring proper balance and symmetry to their smile. At David Rice DDS in Elgin IL, we can help with our cosmetic dentistry procedures. Gum tissue and, in some cases, bone is removed to expose more of the visible part of a tooth. It is a safe …
Dental implants are tooth replacement marvels that have been placed in millions of people. They look and function just like the real thing, and are available at David Rice DDS in Elgin IL. Technically, dental implants are not replacement teeth. The actual implant is a titanium post that is inserted into your jaw. In a …
Does your heart start pounding at the mere thought of having a cavity filled? Do you get sweaty palms when you drive by a dental practice? If you cope with dental anxiety, then sedation dentistry from David Rice DDS in Elgin IL can help. Dental anxiety is common: millions of Americans dread going to the …
