It is estimated that over 5 million teeth are knocked out yearly and a significant portion of these dental traumas occur on the playing field or court. Each dislodged tooth requires several trips to the dentist and hundreds of dollars in restoration expenses. Not to mention pain! I’m Dr. Martin Buchheit of Koch Park Dental […]
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Damon Smiles, Invisalign, Ceramic, And Lingual Braces
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
If you are considering having your teeth corrected, this post is for you. Today’s article provides specifics about some of the newest types of braces. Two proprietary orthodontic systems advertised in the St. Louis area are Invisalign and Damon Smiles. Damon Smiles has created a new device used with the conventional method while Invisalign takes […]
Spotlight-Ready Smiles From Koch Park Dental – Martin L. Buchheit, DDS In Florissant, Missouri
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
A mouth full of unattractive teeth can really distract from a beautiful person’s appearance. Having a red-carpet-worthy smile can bring you increased satisfaction and confidence in your social interactions with your distinguished A-list friends. This smile, however, doesn’t have to have a celebrity price tag. Five-star yet affordable cosmetic dentistry and VIP treatment has been […]
Smile Makeover Questions Answered At Koch Park Dental – Martin L. Buchheit, DDS
Categories: General Dentistry
Even some people with top-notch oral health want to improve specific components of their smile. Though proper brushing is critical for healthy teeth, it won’t re-contour a gumline or repair a chipped tooth. A cavity-free mouth may still have stained or slightly misaligned teeth. If you want to correct the smile elements that can’t be […]
Teen Teeth: Adolescent Oral Health
Categories: General Dentistry
If you are a teenager or the parent of a teenager, today’s Town and Country Cosmetic Dentistry and Implant Center post is for you. Today’s post discusses dental issues of special concern to adolescents. At Town and Country Cosmetic Dentistry and Implant Center, we see cavities and gum disease far too often in teens. As […]
6 Easy Ways To Eat Like A Dentist
Categories: Dental Health
Hello, friends of Town and Country Cosmetic Dentistry and Implant Center! In today’s article, we are talking about nutrition. There is nothing that impacts your smile as much as your eating habits. Develop good nutrition and your dentist will smile down on you too. 1. Rinse after eating Rinse your mouth with a swish of water […]
You May Have Gingivitis
Categories: General Dentistry
Every person’s mouth provides a cozy home for over 600 types of bacteria. If you are enthusiastic about oral hygiene and have healthy gums, these microbes usually don’t influence your health. However, if you have gum disease, bacteria can enter your bloodstream through your gums and cause issues. The first sign of gingivitis is swollen, […]
How To Choose A Dentist
Categories: General Dentistry
The American Dental Association offers some counsel for how to choose a dentist. Here are some things you should consider: Convenient Location? Location is always a factor when selecting a dentist. If you live in the Florissant, Missouri area, there are many options. While location plays an important role in convenience, many people are willing to drive […]
Tooth Tips For Traveling
Categories: General Dentistry
If you are planning to take a vacation or business trip soon, I recommend you coordinate your dental care with your travel schedule. It’s always a good idea to have a checkup with your dentist prior to leaving on long vacations, especially if your trip is taking you to developing areas without good dental care […]
Does My Dentist Care About My Diet?
Categories: Dental Health
When people in the St. Louis area think of diet and oral health, they ordinarily think about the damage sweet drinks can cause to teeth. While it’s true that these detrimental sugars cause increased acidity in the mouth and lead to tooth decay, soda and sugary-fruit drinks are only part of the issue. The typical […]
