One of the most essential habits for maintaining a healthy smile and a healthy body is getting regular dental check-ups. At Town and Country Cosmetic Dentistry and Implant Center in Chesterfield, Missouri, we understand the importance of these routine appointments and are committed to providing you with the care you need to keep your smile […]
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No Dental Insurance in Chesterfield? Prioritize Spending For Dental Care
Categories: Dental Health, Family Dentistry
Millions of Americans don’t have dental insurance, and many Missouri employer plans have limited benefits. Some individuals who fail to get adequate dental care say “It’s too pricey.” At Town and Country Cosmetic Dentistry and Implant Center, we hope to change that. This excuse may be valid if you live below the poverty level. But […]
Should Teens See a General or Pediatric Dentist?
Some moms and dads in the St. Louis area bring their children to a pediatric dentist. Others use a general or family dentist for every member of their household. Town and Country Cosmetic Dentistry and Implant Center could help determine which is right for you. What’s the difference between a pediatric dentist and a general […]
Suspect A Bite Problem?
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
Hello! I’m Dr. Martin Buchheit of Town and Country Cosmetic Dentistry & Implant Center. Thanks for visiting my dental blog. The topic of today’s post is malocclusion – literally – “bad bite”. Edward Angle, a pioneer in modern orthodontics invented the term malocclusion. Malocclusion is fairly common in the population as a whole but, fortunately, in […]
Love Your Smile
There is nothing like bright white teeth that light up a person’s whole face when they smile and laugh. No one has to settle for dull, yellow teeth. This is a great time for St. Louis men, women, and teens to get deep teeth cleaning and tooth whitening at Town and Country Cosmetic Dentistry and Implant […]
Floss Pick Facts For Chesterfield
Health-conscious people want to keep their teeth as clean as possible. However, they are also looking for convenience. That’s why many of them turn to floss picks instead of standard dental floss. These little tools are quite handy. They usually have a handle that is pointed and can double as a toothpick, and a length […]
What If My Dental Insurance Doesn’t Cover Dental Implants?
For years, the dental industry has been advocating implants as the preferable tooth restoration option in most circumstances. However many dental insurance providers don’t cover dental implants. The dental insurance industry seems to be stuck in 1970. For example, many insurers will cover dental bridges. Dental insurers rarely make coverage decisions based on what is […]
Don’t Let Stress Hurt Your Smile
Hello, I’m Dr. Martin Buchheit. At my Chesterfield practice, I have noticed more and more of my patients with stress-related dental issues. Chesterfield men and women may not think about it, but stress can do a number on your oral health. Mouth sores, clenching and grinding, periodontal disease, and poor oral hygiene can all be […]
What You Need To Know About Oral Cancer
During routine dental examinations, your dentist may look for signs of oral cancer. Oral cancer refers to cancers in the tongue, mouth, lips, jaw, and throat. Many Chesterfield dental patients don’t realize the seriousness of oral cancer. The American Cancer Society estimates that over 39,000 people will get oral cancer this year.1 Consider this grave […]
Tooth Restoration: Dental Implants And Dental Bridges
Categories: Dental Implants
Tooth replacement has been a highly requested dental procedure at Town and Country Cosmetic Dentistry and Implant Center. When my patients inquire about about tooth restoration, I usually tell them about fixed (or traditional) dental bridges and tooth implants. A dental bridge is an artificial tooth which replaces a missing tooth. The false tooth—called a […]
