When an adult tooth is lost, it’s gone for good. But artificial teeth supported by dental implants from David Rice DDS in Elgin are a lifelike replacement option! Dental implants are titanium posts that are placed in your jaw, where they fuse with the bone. They can support artificial teeth that look and function like …
You may have heard that cosmetic dentistry can totally transform a smile. You may be a little skeptical, and at David Rice DDS in Elgin, we don’t blame you. The promise of total transformation, after all, is a tall order! But hear us out. Are total smile makeovers really possible? Absolutely! If your smile has …
In this post from David Rice DDS in Elgin, we begin with something we’d classify as Murphy’s Law. You leave the house on a pressing errand, looking completely disheveled. Inevitably, you bump into someone you know. How do you feel in your ill-fitting sweatpants and stained T-shirt? Attractive clothing, well-groomed hair, and a fit body …
A mouth full of unattractive teeth can distract from anyone’s appearance. But a spotlight-ready smile, like what you can get with cosmetic dentistry from David Rice DDS in Elgin, can bring you increased satisfaction and confidence in your social interactions. Cosmetic dentistry is that branch of dental science that creates positive changes to your teeth …
The gap in your smile caused by a missing tooth is not only embarrassing, it can have an impact on your dental health. That’s why dental implants from David Rice DDS in Elgin make so much sense. When you’re missing one or more of your teeth, the space it causes can make the remaining teeth …
Do you have extreme tooth damage, bone loss, or few to no remaining teeth? This post from David Rice DDS in Elgin is for anyone whose mouth is in a world of hurt. We understand how dental issues impact you every day of your life. Whatever the cause of the condition – severe mouth injury, …
The condition of your teeth has a big impact on your quality of life. Denture wearers understand this all too well. Now there is a better option than conventional dentures: implant-supported dentures from David Rice DDS in Elgin. Conventional dentures rest against the gums. They can irritate soft tissue, and make breathing, eating, tasting food, …
At David Rice DDS in Elgin, we strive for excellence in dentistry every day. Providing the best possible dental care goes beyond cleanings and exams. We like it when patients ask questions, because that tells us they are taking a strong interest in their dental health. Frequently Asked Questions One of the questions we’re often …
At David Rice DDS in Elgin, we remind our patients that good dental health is the result of two things: what we do in our office and what you do at home. We recommend regular cleanings and checkups here at the office: on average, every six months. Your teeth get a thorough cleaning, and we examine …
If you’re teeth have grown yellow and dull over the years, professional teeth whitening from David Rice DDS in Elgin can restore the natural beauty of your smile, and take years off your appearance. Toothpaste Can’t Erase All Stains Tooth enamel, while one of the toughest substances in the body, is porous. Over time, the …
