At Koch Park Dental in Florissant, we strive for excellence in dentistry every day. Providing the best possible dental care goes beyond cleanings and exams. We like patients who ask a lot of questions, because that tells us they are taking a strong interest in their dental health. Frequently Asked Questions One of the questions […]
General Dentistry
Sleep Apnea Treatment In Chesterfield

Sleep apnea is a condition in which your breathing periodically stops during sleep. It can lead to serious health problems, but there is hope: it is treatable at Town and Country Cosmetic Dentistry and Implant Center. First, though, how do you know if you have sleep apnea? Read through these common symptoms. Signs of Sleep Apnea […]
Be Glad We Have X-Ray Vision

During a dental checkup at Koch Park Dental in Florissant, we do a thorough inspection of your teeth and gums. But visual inspections can’t tell us everything we need to know, which is why we take x-rays. For most patients, we update our x-rays once a year. They help us to make accurate diagnoses by […]
Three Reasons Not to Skip a Dental Checkup
Life gets busy. Sometimes it seems impossible to keep up with everything you need to do. At Town and Country Cosmetic Dentistry and Implant Center, we understand that. It gets busy for us, too! But we encourage you to think twice before you cancel or postpone a dental checkup because you think it’s less important […]
Clean Teeth, Happy Mouth
Good dental health means having healthy teeth and gums. Maintaining it is something that you have to work at every day. It can be a real balancing act: using the right oral care products, your personal oral care habits, and seeing the dentist twice a year. Your dental health strategy should include: Daily brushing and […]
Smart Brushing Beats Aggressive Brushing

Most our patients at Koch Park Dental brush their teeth (at least we hope so). However, there are some who don’t do a very good job of it, and put their dental health at risk. They may pride themselves on their diligence, but frequency does not make up for an incorrect approach. One of the […]
Saliva And Dental Health

In this blog post from Town and Country Cosmetic Dentistry and Implant Center we examine saliva, and its role in your dental health. Saliva is mostly water. No surprises there. A small portion of it, though, is made up of enzymes, antibacterial substances, mucus, and minerals. The ideal pH balance of the mouth is maintained […]
How To Beat Plaque
Plaque is that sticky, filmy stuff that forms on teeth. It is the main cause of tooth decay and gum disease. For the best dental health, the team at Koch Park Dental in Florissant reminds all of our patients to brush and floss their teeth twice a day. Plaque forms when foods with sugars and […]
Teeth: What Have They Done For You Lately?

Welcome to the dental blog of Town and Country Cosmetic Dentistry and Implant Center! In this post we are going to explore the secret life of our teeth. The shape of each tooth gives a clue to what it does. The incisors, or your front teeth, are sharp. They need to be because their job […]
Captivate Audiences Once Again

Remember when being a gap-toothed five-year-old charmed friends and family? When a lisp was considered precious and endearing? Doesn’t really work for adults. Fortunately, we can replace missing teeth with dental implants, at Town and Country Cosmetic Dentistry and Implant Centers in Chesterfield MO. Dental implants are titanium posts that are surgically implants into your […]