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Most people visit the dentist about once each year. As many as forty percent of Americans see their dentist less often; some go as long as five years between visits! At David Rice DDS in Elgin, we recommend a checkup every six months. Here are six great reasons to visit us more frequently. 1. Oral Cancer …
Once one of our patients at David Rice DDS in Elgin has decided to move forward with a dental implant, they usually start asking questions. One of the first is about the healing time involved. Our short answer is that we don’t know for certain, because every patient and every case is unique. But we …
Even if you value a healthy smile, it’s easy to become complacent about smile-friendly lifestyle choices. In this blog post from David Rice DDS in Elgin, our goal is for you to evaluate where you stand, and to think about whether you could step it up a notch. By committing to dental health best practices, …
Dental implants are an ideal replacement for lost teeth, and at last count more than three million Americans have received one. At David Rice DDS in Elgin, we are providers of these dental marvels. What Is A Dental Implant? A dental implant is a titanium post that is surgically implanted into your jaw. For a …
If you have visited the toothpaste aisle at the grocery store lately, you have probably noticed dozens of products that claim to whiten your teeth. Can any of the match the professional whitening you get at David Rice DDS in Elgin? A few years ago, the only over-the-counter tooth whitening options were whitening toothpastes and …
Many people have had a big boost in self-confidence after replacing missing teeth with dental implants from David Rice DDS in Elgin. Nothing gives us more satisfaction than helping people improve their quality of life. With a new smile, they feel better about themselves. They feel more comfortable in public. They socialize more often. That …
Unfortunately, gum disease is very common. Fortunatel,y it is treatable at David Rice DDS in Elgin. Here’s some simple ways to keep your teeth and gums healthy. If you keep your teeth and gums healthy, you will only need to visit the dentist for cleanings and checkups, not major treatment. Brush for two to three minutes, …
Millions of Americans stress out when it’s time to visit the dentist. For some, they find it simpler to skip an appointment. If this sounds like you or someone you know, then you may benefit from sedation dentistry at David Rice DDS in Elgin. Tensing up over dental treatment is generally referred to as dental …
Body piercings are a common form of self-expression. This post from David Rice DDS in Elgin is for anyone who has an oral piercing or is considering one. Our brief summary? Bad idea. Unfortunately, these piercings and the jewelry they accommodate can lead to serious issues with not only your teeth and mouth, but your …
This blog post from David Rice DDS in Elgin is for new parents, or couples planning for children sometime in the future. An Epidemic of Tooth Decay in Young Children The statistics on early childhood tooth decay are sobering. According to the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, 42% of U.S. children between 2 …
