What is Cosmetic Dentistry?

Cosmetic Dentistry St. Louis

Many cosmetic procedures are elective rather than essential. However, many of these treatments provide more than just restorative benefits. Cosmetic dentistry covers a broad range of dental procedures. But it involves any dental process that improves the appearance, not necessarily the function, of the teeth, gums, and bite. The primary focus of cosmetic dentistry is …

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Updated: September 28, 2022

The Importance of Geriatric Dentistry for Older Patients

Geriatric Dentist St. Louis

To provide older patients with the dental care they need, their dentist needs to have experience in geriatric dentistry. No matter a person’s age, a healthy mouth is essential for good overall health and well-being. When our mouth is healthy, we can eat delicious and nutritious food, we look good, and we can speak clearly …

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Updated: February 2, 2022

Ease Your Anxiety – Reasons Why a Tooth Needs to Be Extracted

Sleep Dentistry St. Louis

Learning the reasons for your recommended extraction and understanding what to expect can help ease your anxiety. After our baby teeth fall out and our adult teeth come in, they are meant to last a lifetime. However, there are several reasons why a permanent tooth may need to be extracted. If your dentist tells you …

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Updated: February 2, 2022

What Are Dental Sealants and How Do They Work?

What are dental sealants?

Sealants are not a substitute for brushing and flossing, but they do help keep cavities from forming. Brushing and flossing are indeed the best ways to prevent cavities, but it’s not always easy to get every little crevice and crack of your teeth. This is especially true of your molars. Our molars are uneven and …

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Updated: February 6, 2024

Your Child is Afraid of Going to the Dentist – How to Ease Their Fear

St. Louis Pediatric Dentist

Our pediatric dental anesthesia specialists have advanced training that allows them to interact positively with children who have anxiety and special needs. Going to the dentist is an essential part of keeping your kid’s mouth healthy. However, it generally doesn’t rank high on the list of things your child, or you as a parent, want …

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Updated: February 2, 2022