It’s no secret that most Elgin people dread going to the dentist. Everyone knows it and despite your best efforts, even your Elgin area dentist knows it. But when you start visiting your dentist for the latest cosmetic dental treatments, you may find that you LOVE going to the dentist! Dentists in Elgin and the …
At David Rice DDS in Elgin, we use a variety of techniques to restore damaged teeth. Most Elgin cosmetic dental clients are familiar with fillings. Traditional fillings are also called ‘direct restorations’ because they are applied to the tooth, shaped and polished in one visit. Another type of filling is called an ‘indirect restorations’ and …
Have you ever wished your Elgin cosmetic dentist could glue new pearly white covers on your existing teeth as easy as you paint a wall in your house? Guess what? With porcelain veneers, it’s possible. Porcelain veneers are wafer-thin tooth-shaped fronts that are permanently bonded to your natural teeth. Unlike a crown procedure, your Elgin …
Every South Elgin dentistry patient’s mouth provides a cozy home for over 600 types of bacteria. If you are diligent about oral hygiene and have healthy gums, these microbes usually don’t affect your health. However, if you have gum disease, bacteria can enter your bloodstream through your gums and cause problems. Gingivitis is the term …
A brilliant smile leaves a lasting impression. Professional tooth bleaching can dramatically improve your overall appearance and give you a boost in self-confidence. Our teeth often turn yellow or gray as we age. The things we eat and drink continually such as colored sodas, coffee and red wine contribute to the staining. Most of us …
If you live near Elgin and experience severe anxiety when undergoing (or even thinking about!) dental treatment, sedation dentistry is for you. Conscious sedation dentistry is available in Elgin at David Rice DDS. We have been providing sedation dentistry in Elgin for several years with excellent outcomes. Whether it is called relaxation dentistry, oral conscious …
At David Rice DDS, we restore decayed teeth to create smiles that are both healthy and beautiful. Recent advances in both techniques and materials have made the ‘impossible’ not only possible, but affordable for everyone in Elgin as well. Dr. David Rice has been restoring teeth since 1986. Ongoing training is essential for staying on …
I’m Dr. David Rice of David Rice DDS in Elgin. My Elgin cosmetic dentistry clients often ask me if chewing xylitol gum is an effective substitute for tooth brushing and regular Elgin dental exams. Before I answer that question, let me tell you a little bit about xylitol: Xylitol is a natural sweetener that was …
It doesn’t take a great deal of research to understand that bright and healthy smiles are more attractive. Everybody in Elgin likes to see a great smile, and having a great smile is not only healthy for your mouth, but healthy for your self esteem, too. I’m Dr. David Rice, DDS, and I am a dentist …
Pain isn’t fun. Your South Elgin cosmetic dentist knows this, and that is why the dental team at David Rice DDS have made patient comfort a top priority. In conjunction with creating a relaxing environment, your dentist has various medications that can reduce and even eliminate pain associated with different dental procedures to give you a …
