Dental implants are one of the greatest advances in the field of dentistry. They are an artificial tooth root that is surgically implanted into the jaw of a patient, to replace a missing root. The implant, in turn, can support an artificial tooth. Dental implants are available from David Rice DDS in Elgin. Sometimes we …
Since our teeth don’t grow like hair or fingernails, and the enamel is not comprised of living cells, sometimes we forget that they are alive. At David Rice DDS in Elgin, we can attest that they most certainly are: veins, arteries, lymph vessels and nerves live below the enamel and dentin in the pulp of …
Parents who want their children to develop healthy habits know that they need to set the right example. The “Do as I say, not as I do,” approach does not instill confidence in children. This post from David Rice DDS in Elgin IL takes a closer look at this idea. If we want our child …
There are basically two ways to handle a chipped tooth, here in Elgin IL: Panic. Come in to David Rice DDS right away . Healthy teeth are surprisingly strong, but taking a fall, biting down on something hard, or some other type of accident can chip off part of a tooth. When that happens, it …
In this blog post from David Rice DDS in Elgin, we will highlight some of the simple things you can do with your toothbrush to keep your mouth as clean and healthy as possible. One of the most important habits you can form is to always allow your toothbrush to air dry between uses. The …
Keeping your teeth clean is a key factor in maintaining a beautiful smile. One of the advantages of visiting David Rice DDS in Elgin twice a year is receiving a thorough teeth cleaning and a review of your brushing habits. Your Partner in Dental Health Our dental hygienist can professionally clean and polish your teeth …
Many factors come into play, in designing a cosmetic dentistry smile makeover. One of the elements involved at David A. Rice DDS in Elgin is the facial midline. A proficient cosmetic dentist considers the length and angle of the facial midline to accurately position porcelain crowns, veneers, and dental implants. When front teeth restorations do …
Tooth decay is one of the most common health issues in the United States, affecting children and adults alike. That’s just one reason David A. Rice DDS in Elgin likes to see patients for a cleaning and checkup every six months. Blame it on Bacteria The cause of tooth decay is bacteria. Bacteria live in …
We treat all of our patients royally here at David A. Rice DDS in Elgin, but some of them receive actual crowns. Not what a king or queen wears, but crowns for the teeth! Dental crowns are a remedy for a host of problems: To guard a weak tooth from decay, breaking, or to hold …
At David A. Rice DDS in Elgin, we constantly remind our patients to brush and floss their teeth after every meal. And most of our patients take that advice to heart. But what are you supposed to do in the middle of the day? You’re out and about, and your usual stuff – that favorite …
