Though they are not as well known as standard dental implants, mini implants are being used successfully in the Florissant area to improve smiles. Like their larger diameter counterparts, mini implants can support a restoration for one or more missing teeth or replace a bridge or fixed denture. Denture wearers benefit dramatically from these slip-free dental […]
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Does My Dentist Care About My Diet?
When people in the St. Louis area think of diet and oral health, they typically think about the damage sweet drinks can cause to teeth. While it’s true that these harmful sugars cause increased acidity in the mouth and lead to tooth decay, soda and sugary-fruit drinks are only part of the dilemma. The typical […]
5 Cavity Basics
The desire to prevent tooth decay is one of the main reasons men and women visit their dentists Today we are going to discuss 5 things you need to know about cavities. 1. Cavities are also called caries or tooth decay. When a tooth is permanently damaged on the hard surface, tiny openings ensue. These […]
How Oral Inflammation Affects Your Health
Swollen and painful gums are symptoms of periodontal disease, an inflammatory gum disease. Swelling occurs from an auto-immune response of the body reacting to an infection. Infections are noticeable through pain, redness, and warmth. If the infection is left untreated, it can affect the bone near the teeth. The body’s immune system wants to rid […]
Town and Country Cosmetic Dentistry and Implant Centers Is Here For You
Hello, I’m Martin Buchheit of Town and Country Cosmetic Dentistry and Implant Centers, a distinctive dental practice in Chesterfield, Missouri. The friendly team at Town and Country Cosmetic Dentistry and Implant Centers would love to help you with any of your dental needs: Immediate remedies for any pressing dental dilemmas A gentle, friendly dentist Experienced […]
Dental Problem? There Is Always A Solution!
There is no doubt that a healthy, pleasing smile positively impacts one’s life. It lets us convey confidence and friendliness in business and social settings. A beautiful healthy smile also impacts our personal relationships. When we smile, we appear (and feel!) younger and more attractive. Research has shown that smiling also helps reduce stress, increase […]
Helping Chesterfield Love Dental Visits
It’s no secret that many Chesterfield people dread going to the dentist. Everyone knows it and despite your best efforts, even your St. Louis 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 the Town […]
Correcting Severe Dental Problems At Town and Country Cosmetic Dentistry and Implant Centers
Each separate restorative and cosmetic dentistry procedure performed in St. Louis can address a specific dental problem. For example, a porcelain veneer can correct the surface of a tooth that is discolored or slightly misshapen. Dental bonding can fill a small chip in an otherwise healthy tooth. Some Chesterfield dental problems are more extensive and […]
5 Critical Things To Know About Periodontal Disease
Periodontal disease, also called gum disease, is inflammation or infection of the gums. For the most part, periodontal disease is preventable. This condition is so widespread in the US that it has been called a ‘health crisis’ by the ADA. Fortunately, periodontal disease can be treated. If left untreated, it can cause irreversible damage such […]
Smile Makeovers: First Things First
Hello, I’m Dr. Martin Buchheit of Koch Park Dental – Martin L. Buchheit, DDS. Thanks for visiting my blog. In today’s post, we will focus on something that happens occasionally when a patient requests cosmetic dentistry from their Florissant dentist. Let me set the stage. The patient comes in for a consultation about a smile […]
