Ever get something stuck between your teeth? Of course you have; who hasn’t? At best, something stuck between your teeth is bothersome, especially if it takes a long time to remove it. At worst it is painful, and requires professional attention, like what we provide at Koch Park Dental in Florissant MO. Some people have […]
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Koch Park Dental – Martin L. Buchheit, DDS Can Make Your Whites Whiter
Hi, I’m Dr. Martin Buchheit, an experienced Florissant general dentist serving the greater St. Louis area. One of the most common requests I get from my dental patients is whiter teeth. I am happy to say that Florissant dental patients are in luck when it comes to teeth whitening in Missouri, because cosmetic dentistry procedures […]
9 Tips For Preventing Gum Disease
Unfortunately, gum disease is very common. But completely preventable. Here are some simple ways to keep your teeth and gums healthy. If you keep your teeth and gums healthy, you will only need to visit the dentist for cleanings and checkups. Not major treatment. 1. Brush for two to three minutes, at least twice a […]
5 Cavity Basics
The desire to prevent tooth decay is one of the main reasons men and women visit their dentists Today we are going to discuss 5 things you need to know about cavities. 1. Cavities are also called caries or tooth decay. When a tooth is permanently damaged on the hard surface, tiny openings ensue. These […]
Urgent Care Dentist vs. Cosmetic Dentist
Today’s message is for anyone who has a broken dental crown. First off, you REALLY need to have it replaced. That said, you may be wondering which variety of dentist should replace it. We advise that you contact the dentist who placed the crown. If you have moved or don’t remember where you got it, […]
What’s The Latest With Veneers?
One of the breakthroughs in cosmetic dentistry is prepless veneers. Though thousands of smile restoration patients who have received conventional veneers are happy with the results, some dental patients have delayed this procedure because they do not want to give up a healthy tooth structure. Veneers Have Advanced Prepless veneers are a more conservative procedure […]
When Should My Child Visit Our Florissant Dentist?
Many parents in the St. Louis area wonder when it is right for their child to see the dentist for the first time. What does the ADA say? The American Dental Association recommends that kids visit the dentist around their first birthday, a little earlier than some parents may anticipate. Early visits with St. Charles, […]
What If My Dental Crown Cracks, Comes Loose, or Comes Off?
Quite often, people get stressed out if their dental crown moves or comes off completely. This is understandable. It may have shifted or come off while brushing, flossing, or even simply eating. If this has happened to you, don’t stress! Here is what to do if your crown comes off. There are three steps: 1. […]
Why You Shouldn’t Dread Going To The Dentist
If you are afraid of the dentist and have not had a check-up in years, today’s post is for you. Good news! Dentistry in the Florissant area and around Missouri is nothing like it was when you were a kid. (Even if you’re still a kid, we invite you to keep reading.) There Is No […]
Who’s Afraid Of The Big, Bad…Dentist?
People that are plagued with dental phobia (Dentophobia) may take comfort in the fact that it is a fairly common diagnosable mental condition. At least they know they are not alone and that the medical community takes it seriously. Phobias like Pteromerhanophobia: (the fear of flying) and Acrophobibia (the fear of heights) can be problematic, […]
