A cosmetic dentist’s toolkit is filled with useful tools for fixing most types of cosmetic tooth issues. In the past few years, porcelain veneers, dental implants, and same-day teeth whitening have received a lot of attention. Dental Bonding In today’s post, we are going to talk about an effective, yet relatively uncelebrated dental treatment that […]
oral health in Chesterfield
Its Better To Prevent A Cavity Than Fill One
Dr. Martin Buchheit established Town and Country Cosmetic Dentistry and Implant Center in Chesterfield. Dr. Buchheit is a distinctive dental professional devoted to preventative dentistry. What is preventative dentistry? The goal of preventative dentistry is to keep oral health so that no restorative dental work ever becomes needed. In other words, preventing decay, gum disease, […]
Modern Dental Technology Makes Treatment Less Scary in Chesterfield
Many Chesterfield residents are afraid to go to the dentist. For some men and women with dental anxiety, it’s because they had a painful experience at the dentist when they were young. Others fear needles or a perceived lack of control. Another oft-cited reason men and women are scared of the dentist is the dreaded […]
Dental Checkup How Often?
When is the last time you had a dental checkup? Most people need a dental check-up every six months. If you have a higher risk for oral diseases, we advise you to receive an examination every four months. Welcome to Town and Country Cosmetic Dentistry and Implant Centers Martin Buchheit, DDS, of Town and Country Cosmetic […]
To Chew Or Not To Chew In Chesterfield
Categories: General Dentistry
Hello Chesterfield gum chewers, today we’re going to talk about that sticky wad in your mouth. You know that it can freshen your breath, but can it really help guard your smile from tooth decay? It really depends on the type of gum. Chewing regular sucrose-based gum can be beneficial in removing bits of food […]
Small Dental Annoyance Or Serious Problem?
Categories: General Dentistry
Today in the Chesterfield dental blog we are going to talk about stomatitis. Stomatitis is dental-speak for something very common: non-specific irritations found in the mouth. Stomatitis is frequently caused by cold sores, gum disease, or even from biting the inside of the mouth (ouch!). Any time the membranes in the mouth become inflamed, they […]
What You Need To Know About Oral Cancer
Categories: 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 sobering […]
