During a dental checkup at Premier Dental & Oral Health Group in Lake Ozark 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…
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What Does Your Dentist Need To Know?
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
For the best possible dental health, you should see us at Premier Dental and Oral Health Group in Lake Ozark twice a year for a cleaning and exam. It’s our chance to make sure you’re brushing and flossing properly, and your chance to discuss any dental health concerns you may have. During the checkup we…
Professional Teeth Whitening
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Teeth whitening
A beautiful smile leaves a lasting impression. Professional teeth whitening from Premier Dental & Oral Health Group in Lake Ozark can dramatically improve your overall appearance and give you a boost in self-confidence. Our teeth often turn yellow or gray as we age. The things we eat and drink continually such as colored sodas, coffee…
Adequate Results vs. Incredible Results
If you have lost one or more of your natural teeth, dental implants from Premier Dental & Oral Health Group in Lake Ozark can give you a replacement that not only looks like a natural tooth, but functions like one, too. It’s the sort of incredible result we have come to expect from dental implants,…
A Dentist’s Indispensable Tool: The X-ray
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
At Premier Dental & Oral Health Group in Lake Ozark, providing first rate dental care is much easier when we have thorough information about our patients’ dental health. Pictures are more accurate than written notes. Since they show what’s going on below the surface, they’re worth even more than a thousand words. Along with a…
Have You Thanked Your Dental Assistant Lately?
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
Premier Dental & Oral Health Group in Lake Ozark would be a very different place if it weren’t for the skilled dental assistants who work here. In this post, we would like to highlight the importance of these specialists who are often not given the credit they deserve. Dental assistants not only make your dental appointment…
Does Whitening Toothpaste Work?
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Teeth whitening
Are yellowing teeth getting you down? If so, you are not alone! Everyone, it seems, would like to have whiter teeth and a better smile. Teeth whitening at Premier Dental & Oral Health Group in Lake Ozark may be just what what you need. Of course, there are plenty of over-the-counter products you might want…
Not Happy With Your Gums? Ask About Contouring
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
Gum contouring from Premier Dental & Oral Health Group in Lake Ozark is a procedure that is good for people who want to change the appearance of their gumline. If you feel that your gums cover too much of the surface of your teeth, it may seem that your teeth are too small and out…
How Your Lifestyle Affects Your Tooth Color
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Teeth whitening
Most people want to have white teeth and a great smile. But the majority of people have discolored or just plain yellow teeth, especially in a world of tea and coffee drinkers. At Premier Dental & Oral Health Group in Lake Ozark, we can fix that. Tooth enamel is a little like skin. It has…
Should I Consider an Alternative to CPAP?
Categories: General dentistry, Sleep apnea
Sleep apnea is a widespread and potentially life-threatening condition. There is effective treatment available at Premier Dental & Oral Health Group in Lake Ozark. Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is the common type. It’s a disorder in which the throat muscles relax during sleep, causing the airway to temporarily close and breathing to stop. This cuts…
