Hearing that you have periodontal disease or “gum disease” can be upsetting. Here at David A. Rice, D.D.S. in Elgin, Illinois, we are committed to educating and assisting patients in preventing gum disease. If you discover that you already have gum disease, don’t despair. We can help.
Hello! We are so glad you came to the Elgin dental health blog. This is the place where we take the time to answer some of the questions cosmetic dentistry patients in the St Charles IL area are curious about. Today we are discussing veneers. You may have heard the word veneer used in conjunction with cosmetic dentistry, and that is because they are a popular and effective cosmetic dentistry tool.
Welcome to the St Charles IL dental blog! Today we are going to explore the secret life of our teeth.
The shape of each tooth gives a clue to what it does. The incisors, or your front teeth, are sharp. They need to be because their job is to cut food, and their curvature helps move food inside the mouth.
Don’t worry if you have sensitive teeth in Elgin and want to have your teeth whitened. Here at David Rice DDS, we can determine which professional tooth whitening or at-home whitening procedures will work for you.
Hello Elgin! If your smile could use some brightening, what are you waiting for? Professional teeth whitening and teeth bleaching are the easiest ways Bartlett IL residents can dramatically improve their appearance.
The American Dental Association has only approved dental floss for cleaning in between teeth. One issue is that floss picks can’t curve and form the angles needed for superior cleaning.
Most St Charles IL people know that vitamin D is important for healthy teeth and bones, but many of us fail to get adequate amounts. Today’s article is a friendly reminder to our patients – especially expectant mothers – about the importance of vitamin D. Here is a sampling of vitamin D findings from around …
Millions of Americans don’t have dental insurance, and many Illinois employer plans have limited benefits. Some Elgin people who fail to get adequate dental care say “It’s too pricey.” If you are really living below poverty level, this excuse may be valid – but if you have an average income, you can probably shift your …
Hello, I am Dr. Rice David. Whether you are a local Elgin dentistry patient, or a blogosphere visitor, welcome to my dental blog. My dental practice is called David A. Rice, DDS and is located at 1972 Larkin Ave Ste 1 in Elgin Illinois. I have been practicing dentistry since 1986. Since opening my Elgin …
Here at the Elgin dental blog, we never like to be the bearers of bad news, but we are devoted to our patients’ oral health. So, today we offer an essential warning about a lesser-known danger of sticky candy. Most Bartlett IL, South Elgin, and Wayne residents probably know that sugar is not your teeth’s …
