At David A. Rice, DDS in Elgin IL, we focus on three important things as we endeavor to be your dentist office of choice. Family We want to be the dental practice families count on for quality care, whether for routine preventative services, tooth restoration, or cosmetic dentistry. If your son chips a tooth, we …
Ouch! No one wants the pain and inconvenience of a cracked tooth, so in this David A. Rice DDS blog post, we are going to focus on how to avoid this preventable problem. The first thing to remember is that avoiding a cracked tooth is not rocket science; you should steer clear of chewing on …
When we discuss sedation dentistry with new patients at David A Rice DDS in Elgin, we often encounter misconceptions. Sedation is offered to those patients coping with dental anxiety, or dental phobia. The purpose of this article is to de-bunk some of the most common myths. Myth #1: With Sedation Dentistry, You Are Completely Unconscious …
Even people with excellent oral health want to improve specific components of their smile. Though proper brushing is vital for healthy teeth, it won’t re-contour a gumline or repair a chipped tooth. But cosmetic dentistry from David A. Rice DDS in Elgin can. If you want to correct the smile elements that can’t be improved …
If you are afraid of your dentist, you are not alone. At David Rice DDS in Elgin, we encounter many patients who cope with dental anxiety. How do we calm their fears, provide a comfortable dental environment, and earn lifelong patients? 1) We carefully explain the findings of the initial dental examination, and thoroughly outline …
At David A. Rice, DDS, your dentist in Elgin, we hope you never experience a serious dental emergency. It’s critical, however, to know what to do in such a situation. Here is a quiz on dental emergencies and other oral troubles. 1. One of the wires on your braces breaks. What do you do? a. …
One of the best things about being a dentist is seeing how our patients at David Rice DDS in Elgin find renewed confidence in themselves after cosmetic dentistry improves their smile. If you’ve ever wanted to upgrade your smile, call us today so we can discuss your cosmetic dentistry options. There have been many breakthroughs …
If you are like most web users, you have probably observed the multitude of ads for ‘free teeth whitening kits’. Some show a ‘real Elgin mom’ who discovered a ‘tooth whitening secret’. Others assure you that their system is the one that ‘South Elgin dentists don’t want you to know about’. They bolster their legitimacy …
For optimal dental health, all Elgin residents should be visiting the dentist twice a year for cleanings and exams. This is a good time to make sure that you are brushing and flossing properly. It is also important that you discuss issues related to dental health. Make sure to tell your dentist about any medications …
Gum disease is far too common. With that in mind, those of us at David Rice DDS in Elgin have put together a short quiz to test your knowledge about this totally preventable condition. 1. Which of the following are risk factors for gum disease? a. Pregnancy b. Malocclusion c. Diabetes d. Family history 2. …
