When you go to the store looking for oral care products, Premier Dental & Oral Health Group in Lake Ozark recommends you make sure your purchase carries the seal of the American Dental Association. This is a simple way to make wise choices for the products you need to keep your mouth clean, healthy and…
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A Fresh Start After Losing A Tooth
At least three million Americans have replaced a missing tooth with a dental implant, and that number grows each year. You can restore your smile with a dental implant from Premier Dental & Oral Health Group in Lake Ozark. A dental implant is a titanium post that is surgically implanted into your jaw. An artificial…
Which Type of Toothbrush is Best?
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
Is an electric toothbrush better than a manual toothbrush for cleaning your teeth? In this article from Premier Dental & Oral Health Group in Lake Ozark, we won’t recommend one over the other. We’re just going to take a close look at the electric toothbrush. Electric toothbrushes have been commercially available in the United States…
Why It’s Crucial To Replace Missing Back Teeth
Sometimes people who lose a molar wonder whether it’s worth replacing it. After all, it doesn’t show when you smile and there are other teeth to take over the chewing. Why not leave it as is, and save some money? Actually, there are some very good reasons to replace a back tooth with a dental implant…
Take Care Of Your Toothbrush!
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
The common household toothbrush. Every home has at least one, and at Premier Dental & Oral Health Group in Lake Ozark, we hope our patients are all brushing their teeth after each meal. Regular brushing and flossing are still the most important things you can do for your dental health. It has been said that…
Why Is Dry Mouth Risky For Your Teeth?
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
In this blog post from the Premier Dental & Oral Health Group in Lake Ozark we are going to talk about dry mouth, an unpleasant condition that can influence your oral health. Reduction of saliva flow resulting in a dry mouth is a common problem, especially among older adults. However, people of all ages experience…
Smokeless Is Not Harmless
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
Cigarette sales have decreased in the past decade, and the team at Premier Dental & Oral Health Group in Lake Ozark won’t kid you: we’re happy about that. But some people have switched to smokeless products, on the misconception that smokeless tobacco is harmless. This is absolutely not true. Regardless of the specific type – spit…
A Smile Impossible To Ignore
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Porcelain veneers
Is it possible to stop, or at least slow down, the aging process? Goodness knows, we try! From working out at the gym to face lifts to Botox to hair implants, we’re contantly trying to maintain that youthful appearance. Another great option are porcelain veneers from Premier Dental & Oral Health Group in Lake Ozark.…
If My Gums Bleed, Should I Stop Flossing?
Categories: Dental health, Gum disease
If your gums bleed when you floss your teeth, should you drop flossing from your dental health routine?We’re asked about this from time to time at Premier Dental & Oral Health Group in Lake Ozark. The answer is an unequivocal “No!” Bleeding is probably a sign that you need to clean your teeth and gums…
Ouch! Are Your Teeth Sensitive?
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
If you feel tooth sensitivity when you sip coffee or bite into ice cream, Premier Dental & Oral Health Group in Lake Ozark is here for you. Millions of Americans cope with sensitive teeth. Problems with hot and cold foods and drinks are one of the most common complaints. Tactile issues – biting or chewing…
