Dental health

Every health-conscious parent knows that sugar is the number one cause of cavities. Plenty of us adults also snack on too many sweet snacks and beverages. At Premier Dental & Oral Health Group in Lake Ozark, we want you to be aware of hidden sugar and its risks to your dental health. Because of cavity…

Here’s a reminder from the team at Premier Dental and Oral Health Group in Lake Ozark: you go to the store looking for oral care products, 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…

In this message from Premier Dental & Oral Health Group in Lake Ozark, we remind you that proper nutrition can benefit you in a number of ways: increased energy, improved immunity, glowing skin, mental clarity, and a lower risk of heart disease. How often, however, do you examine how your diet affects your oral health?…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…