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David Rice, DDS Blog

Smile Makeovers: It’s Not Just About Your Teeth

I have been creating spectacular smiles at my cosmetic dental practice since 1986. Each one of my smile makeover patients values their new smile almost as much as I value their trust. My loyal patients, along with my dedicated dental team, have made my professional career particularly rewarding. Working as a dentist is more than

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Dental Crowns At David A. Rice, DDS In Elgin

Dental crowns have been used in dentistry for over 2000 years. There is evidence that the Etruscans experimented with crowns on teeth using ivory and bone as early as 700 B.C. By 200 A.D., they began using gold crowns to construct artificial teeth. Ancient Egyptians fashioned tooth replacements out of seashells and then hammered them

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10 Terrific Tooth Tips From David A. Rice, DDS

1. If you have kids and your municipal water supply does not have the recommended level of fluoride, talk to your pediatrician about fluoride supplements. Fluoride strengthens both the teeth you can see and the ones still forming in the jaw. 2. Set a timer when you brush to make sure you spend at least

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Total Tooth Restoration

Your face is always on display for others to see. You can’t hide it behind long sleeves, baggy jeans, or a hat. Many lucky Elgin residents who have received smile makeovers at David A. Rice, DDS believe their dazzling new smile brightens their whole face. Some St Charles IL professionals have corrected tooth problems prior

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Preventative Maintenance For Your Irreplaceable Smile In Elgin

Hi, I’m David Rice of David A. Rice, DDS. If you are one of my existing patients, welcome back. If this is your first visit, I appreciate you stopping by. Today’s article is for St Charles IL smiles that are overdue for a cleaning and exam. During dental deep cleanings, our hygienists thoroughly remove the

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6 Reasons To Ditch Your Dentures For Dental Implants

For thousands of years, dentures have been allowing people to chew foods harder than mashed bananas and flash some teeth when they smile. However, Elgin denture wearers know how unstable, irritating, embarrassing, and inconvenient they can be. Today, St Charles IL dental patients with missing teeth are fortunate to have a tooth replacement choice that

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Want A Reason To Smile All The Time?

If you are not happy with your smile, we invite you to examine a complete smile redesign. 1. Look and feel younger. 2. Improve your oral health. 3. Increase your confidence. 4. Smile all the time! Hello, I am Dr. Rice. Welcome to my dental blog. I serve my patients at David A. Rice, DDS

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What’s The Difference Between An Inlay And An Onlay?

If you have tooth sensitivity or pain when you chew with your back teeth, the surfaces may be damaged. One option for restoration is the use of an inlay or onlay made of metal, composite resin, or porcelain. Inlays are very strong and shaped to precisely fit a hole in a damaged tooth. The choice

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Reinvent Yourself With A Smile Makeover

A smile makeover can boost your confidence for an upcoming job interview, promotion or new relationship. The process may include teeth whitening, invisible braces, veneers, dental implants, or gum tissue graft surgery. Many of these take time. Understanding the process requires only a simple consultation. Small changes can make a big difference. How The Rich

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What Is Laser Dentistry?

Lasers are now used in some technologically-advanced Elgin dental practices on both hard (tooth) and soft (gum) tissue. Lasers allow St Charles IL cosmetic dentists a degree of precision that was previously impossible.

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Memberships & Associations

Dr. David Rice, DDS, KOIS Center Clinical Instructor membership page The American Academy of Restorative Dentistry membership logo for Dr. Rice, DDS Elgin dentist Dr. David Rice is a member of the American Dental Association Illinois State Dental Society membership badge for Dr. David Rice, DDS aes cds

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