Have you ever wished you could snap your fingers and transform your smile, as if by magic? Sorry, we can’t do that at David Rice DDS in Elgin. But we can do the next best thing! With our professional-grade teeth whitening services, we can dramatically brighten your smile in a single office visit. Imagine! You …
This post from David Rice DDS in Elgin is about the American Dental Association. You have probably seen the ADA seal on toothpaste and floss—but what else do you know about this dental association? The ADA’s self-proclaimed mission is to improve the level of public oral health by supporting the dental industry through not-for-profit federal, …
Bad breath is no fun at all, but there are things you can do to combat it. If bad breath is an issue for you or a loved one, talk to us about it at David Rice DDS in Elgin. Common, garden-variety bad breath is caused by the things we eat and drink. Food debris …
For millions of people, the mere thought of going to the dentist sends their anxiety level through the roof. This emotion can range from anxiety to outright phobia, and can be so intense that some people avoid the dentist entirely. At David Rice DDS in Elgin, we can help with sedation dentistry. To be blunt, …
This blog post from David Rice DDS in Elgin focuses on professional teeth cleanings. You might wonder if you need a professional dental cleaning if you already brush and floss every day at home. The answer is yes: both are important, because they work together to maintain your dental health. We encourage patients to practice …
Did you know that enamel is the hardest substance in the body? It’s true! Found on the outer surface of your teeth, enamel is meant to last a lifetime, and with the help of regular checkups at David Rice DDS in Elgin, it can. Enamel may be super strong, but you have to take care …
If you feel tooth sensitivity when you sip coffee or bite into ice cream, David Rice DDS in Elgin is here for you. Millions of Americans have sensitive teeth. Problems with hot and cold foods and drinks are one of the most common complaints. Tactile issues – biting or chewing hard foods – is another. …
Teeth that are damaged or misshapen can really detract from your smile, but thanks to cosmetic dentistry from David Rice DDS in Elgin, you can do something about these and other issues. There are fixes for nearly any tooth problem! Some of the most popular and effective procedures include: Veneers. Porcelain veneers are extremely thin …
We hope this post from David Rice DDS in Elgin will alert you to some harmful oral health threats. Too often, we treat tooth decay and damage caused by the following: Sports Injuries. Nothing can wreck your smile faster than a knocked-out tooth, and playing sports can really put yours at risk. Even sports we …
This article is about some of the most frequent conditions that should be discussed with us, at David Rice DDS in Elgin. There is a solution for each one of these issues. Tooth Decay. This is easily the most common dental problem. Tooth decay, or cavities, occur when plaque combines with the sugars and/or starches …
