This article from David Rice DDS in Elgin focuses on missing teeth, bone health, and dental implants. Our teeth have many vital functions. We need them to chew our food, talk, and smile. But have you ever considered their role in holding up your face? When we lose teeth, the bone around the site of …
What’s the first step in getting a tooth implant? It’s not an X-ray. It’s not an exam. It’s an informative, low-key consultation with David Rice DDS in Elgin. Take Your Time At David A. Rice, DDS, we don’t pressure you into treatment. We simply explain your options. We answer your questions thoroughly. Take all the time …
A smile makeover can be transformative for anyone who has been embarrassed by their smile for years. It’s not just about looking younger. A cosmetic dentistry smile makeover from David Rice DDS in Elgin can improve your life in ways you might not imagine. How can a smile makeover transform your life? 1. It shapes …
The most common times people brush their teeth are morning and night, either before or after breakfast, after dinner, or at bedtime. But sometimes hiccups in the schedule can knock you off a well-established routine. At David Rice DDS in Elgin, we have some thoughts on that. Sometimes after dinner isn’t super cut and dried. …
There is nothing like bright white teeth that light up a person’s face when they smile and laugh. No one has to settle for dull, yellow teeth. With cosmetic dentistry from David Rice DDS in Elgin, anyone can have a fabulous smile. If you have an important upcoming event such as a wedding, party or …
How many times have you said, ‘If only!’ ‘If only I had changed my oil,’ ‘If only I had stayed in college,’ ‘If only I had worn sunscreen.’ We’ve all been there. But at David Rice DDS in Elgin, we hope you never have to say, ‘If only I had taken care of my teeth!’ If …
No matter what age you are, as long as you have teeth, dental exams at David Rice DDS in Elgin are critical for keeping your smile healthy and beautiful! Knowledge is Power Dental exams are often put off because they don’t seem necessary. But they are! Exams are truly one of the best practices for …
Most parents make sure their children brush their teeth. They do their best to limit candy and sugary drinks, and make sure their son or daughter consumes enough calcium and Vitamin D. Some also limit between-meal snacks. Andyet, at David Rice DDS in Elgin we treat tooth decay in young patients daily. Parents should be aware …
Some people don’t feel that their smile is an asset, so they do their best to keep it hidden. Jokes, funny movies, internet videos—nothing can coax a smile or chuckle. If this sounds familiar, maybe you would like some information about a smile makeover from David Rice DDS in Elgin. We provide cosmetic dentistry services …
Cigarette sales have decreased in the past decade, and the team at David Rice DDS in Elgin won’t kid you: we’re glad about that. But some people have switched to smokeless products, on the misconception that smokeless tobacco is harmless. This is absolutely not true. Regardless of the specific type – spit tobacco, snuff, chew, or …
