How long has it been since your last cleaning from a dental hygienist? At David Rice DDS in Elgin, we like to see our patients for a cleaning and checkup every six months or so, to ensure they have healthy teeth and great smiles. We are devoted to giving each patient personalized care in our …
Everyone in Elgin wants a winning smile. But as we age, it can get harder and harder to keep your smile dazzling. Are you grappling with yellowed, discolored, stained, or even multi-colored teeth? Teeth whitening from David Rice DDS in Elgin might be the answer. A Brighter, Whiter Smile Having your teeth whitened professionally can …
Everyone wants nice, pearly white teeth. It makes sense, then, to brush our teeth more often to get them – right? Well, no. As we explain in this post from David Rice DDS in Elgin, brushing too aggressively can result in receding gums. Gum recession is when your gum line exposes more of your teeth, …
In this post from David A. Rice, DDS in Elgin, we are going to talk about dry mouth, an unpleasant condition that can actually influence oral health. Reduction of saliva flow resulting in a dry mouth is a common problem, especially among older adults. However, people of any age may experience symptoms of dry mouth …
Dental implants have been hailed as one of the great steps forward in modern dentistry, and they’re available at David Rice DDS in Elgin. You’ve probably heard some of the implant hype: ‘Dental implants are as good as natural teeth!’ ‘Implants can anchor dentures so they don’t slip around!’ ‘Implants are far superior to dental …
Gum disease is more common than you might think. At David Rice DDS in Elgin, we see patients with gum disease every day. It’s as serious matter, because gum disease is a leading cause of tooth loss. Some people aren’t even aware they have it until we see it during a checkup. Fortunately, it is …
Everyday stress can cause some people to clench their jaw or grind their teeth. That can lead to other, serious problems. If this sounds at all like you, ask us about it at David Rice DDS in Elgin. Teeth grinding and jaw clenching can cause or complicate a painful condition called TMD or Temporomandibular Joint …
At David Rice DDS in Elgin, we transform smiles with cosmetic dentistry every day. In this post, we are going to highlight a popular cosmetic procedure, porcelain veneers. Have you ever wished your dentist could glue new pearly white covers on your teeth as quick and easy as you paint a wall in your house? …
To improve your smile, all you need to do is pick up the phone and make a teeth whitening appointment with David Rice DDS in Elgin. A Smile You Want to Show Off A whiter smile can change your life significantly. Many of our patients feel more confident in personal and professional settings with their …
For most people, wisdom teeth appear in their late teens or early twenties. Often called “third molars,” they are not necessary and can even cause problems. At David A. Rice DDS in Elgin, we extract wisdom teeth on a regular basis. What kind of problems can they cause? Wisdom teeth can damage adjacent teeth and nerves. …
