Maintaining healthy teeth is an important concern for our local St. Louis dental patients. As your Doctor, I’m committed to helping you care for your teeth and keep them healthy. Everyone in St. Louis knows that maintaining healthy teeth requires thorough daily brushing and flossing. Regular visits to your local St. Louis dental practice are […]
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Sealants Prevent Cavities For Kids
Your child’s first dental exam at Town and Country Cosmetic Dentistry and Implant Centers should occur when the first teeth are in, usually between six months and one year of age. During your child’s first check-up at our Chesterfield office, we can discuss sealants, a clear layer of plastic applied to the grooved surfaces of […]
5 Tips For Treating Mouth Sores
Hi. I’m Dr. Martin Buchheit. When my patients get mouth sores, I guide them to evaluate what they’re eating and make some changes. By following these tips, you too can avoid the discomfort of eating and help to increase the speed of healing. 1. Eat soft or pureed foods. Don’t worry, you won’t have to […]
4 Smile Boosters
Hi, my name is Dr. Martin Buchheit. My dental practice, Koch Park Dental – Martin L. Buchheit, DDS, has been serving the Florissant, Missouri area since 1987. Today in my St. Louis dental blog, I would like to highlight four ways you can improve your smile. 1. Teeth Whitening is quick and non-invasive. External tooth […]
Your Smile Doesn’t Have To Show Your Age
As we grow older, we may welcome many changes. However, most Chesterfield retirees do not welcome wrinkles, gray hair and dental problems. Fortunately, your smile can be attractive and healthy throughout your golden years! Even if your teeth are showing visible signs of wear such as enamel loss, staining, and chips, it is not too […]
Let’s Make A Plan
When you are devoted to reaching a goal, the difference between success and failure often comes down to whether or not you follow a plan. The sporadic effort is seldom effective. Do you have a goal to improve your smile? Perhaps you have not thought much about your teeth in the past but lately, have […]
Still Have Your Wisdom Teeth?
Wisdom teeth usually come in between ages 16 and 24. Wisdom teeth are not always troublesome, but it is important to learn as early as possible whether your wisdom teeth are coming in sideways or otherwise impacting your other teeth. Checking your wisdom teeth is a simple and painless process, and can save you trouble […]
How Do Veneers Create Stunning Smiles?
Veneers have a multitude of applications in Chesterfield cosmetic dentistry. With veneers, you can transform your smile without significant restorative dental work. Is your tooth enamel worn and thin? Tooth-colored porcelain veneers have the brilliance and translucency of healthy tooth enamel. Many St. Louis dental patients have received veneers to cover worn enamel. Some believe […]
Is My Child Too Young For Braces?
It can be difficult to know when your son or daughter might need braces to straighten their teeth, especially because teeth can fall out over a period of years. Oftentimes, not all adult teeth will grow straight and braces will be required to adjust them properly. The ideal time period for your child to get […]
Gap-Tooth Smiles Aren’t Quite As Adorable Anymore
Have you lost teeth? It’s a lot different than when you lost your baby teeth way back in the day. Unfortunately, these don’t grow back. (And a jack-o-lantern smile doesn’t look as cute as it did when you were five.) If you have had teeth extracted or if your teeth are compromised by staining, decay, […]
