It’s a common desire for people to want white teeth. But the majority of men and women have discolored or just plain yellow teeth. Especially in a world of tea and coffee drinkers. Your Genes Make a Difference As with other physical aspects, there is a genetic component to your oral health. You can thank […]
Cosmetic Dentistry
Does Whitening Toothpaste Work?
Are yellowing teeth getting you down? If so, you are not alone! Some of the most common concerns of Town and Country, Manchester, and Ballwin dental patients pertain to cosmetic dentistry procedures like teeth whitening. Because many dental products such as toothpaste and mouthwashes say they can lighten your teeth, it’s natural to examine changing […]
Is Your Smile Holding You Back?
Have you ever taken an unexpected trip to the supermarket looking completely disheveled in a rush to purchase an emergency item – say cough medicine or a must-have poster board for your child’s school assignment? On such an occasion you will inevitably bump into someone you know. How do you feel in your baggy sweatpants […]
Is It All About Flashy Smiles And Trendy Styles In Chesterfield, Missouri?
It’s All About Location If you can’t be in Paris, then bring fashion home to Chesterfield. Facial fashion, that is. The pouty, the cheesy, the sultry, the glamorous, the gleeful. Chesterfield is a great location to enjoy the possibilities and benefits Town and Country Cosmetic Dentistry and Implant Center has to offer. A group dedicated […]
3 Tips To Make Brushing Count
Many of Dr. Martin Buchheit’s patients walk in for cosmetic dentistry, general dentistry, or cosmetic dentistry. Many for routine checkups and cleanings. And most really want to know if they are brushing properly. Having patients come for treatment and leave with questions answered—from which toothpaste to buy to proper tools and techniques—is our business. At […]
Retaining Brightness After Teeth Whitening Treatment
If you decide to brighten your smile with a professional teeth whitening treatment, you want the results to last as long as possible. Unfortunately, the same things that stained your teeth prior to the treatment can stain them after the treatment. Over time, common staining will take place. To help slow down that process, Town […]
Dental Crowns Solve Dental Dilemmas
A dental crown is a strong, natural-looking permanent tooth restoration that covers the top of the damaged tooth. Dentists use dental crowns to solve a number of dental dilemmas. Crowns can remedy the following issues: A fractured tooth with decay A poorly-fitting existing crown A decayed tooth that has lost a substantial amount of tooth structure A […]
Dental Miracles Seen And Unseen At Koch Park Dental – Martin L. Buchheit, DDS
Quality dental care and cosmetic dental procedures can be extremely visible. Think porcelain veneers, dental crowns, and teeth whitening. Today, however, let’s discuss some purposefully unseen procedures that can contribute to a healthy, stunning smile. In today’s post, we will review three innovative cosmetic dental treatments: white fillings, invisible braces, and dental implants. White Fillings […]
Gum Disease Linked To Alzheimer’s: Keep Those Gums Healthy!
As if you needed another reason to keep your gums in first-rate condition. Scientists have found a link between a bacteria that cause periodontitis (advanced gum disease) and Alzheimer’s Disease. Porphyomonas gingivalis is a bacteria that often causes chronic periodontitis. The bacteria was discovered in the brains of Alzheimer’s patients. The research study, “Porphyromonas gingivalis […]
What Can Dental Veneers Do For Your Smile?
Hello, and welcome to our Town and Country Cosmetic Dentistry and Implant Centers cosmetic dentistry blog. Today we are taking the time to answer a common question that many dental patients have. The question is, “What exactly are veneers and how are they used in cosmetic dentistry?” Veneers are thin shells made from durable, translucent […]
