Do you remember what your teeth looked like before you had your first cavity? When you opened your mouth to laugh or yawn, the people with you could see only pearly white molar surfaces. (Unless, of course, you had been munching Oreos.) If you are like many men and women, you started developing tooth decay…
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Worried About Dental Visits in Lake Ozark?

“How can I deal with anxiety about visiting the dentist?” 1. Consider what the anxiety stems from. For example: pain, injections, loss of control, personal space invasion, and embarrassment about fear of the unknown. 2. Communicate these fears and concerns with your dentist. 3. Expect respectful consideration and open discussion about resolving fears. Doctor Ronald…
Does Your Dentist Conjure Up Cavities?

Cavities can be filled, but it is better to prevent cavities in the first place. If your dentist seems to conjure up cavities at every visit, then it’s up to you to break the cycle. But we are here to help you. Let’s work together. How can you lift the cavity curse? Schedule a preventative…
There’s No Substitute for a Toothbrush and Floss

Many dental patients wonder why, with all the breakthroughs in dentistry, we still send our Lake Ozark patients home with a complimentary toothbrush and roll of floss. At Premier Dental & Otal Health Group, we believe a great smile starts with great oral hygiene. The Most Important Tools to Keep Your Smile Healthy It’s true,…
Smart Brushing Trumps Aggressive Brushing in Lake Ozark

Most people brush their teeth (at least we hope so). However, there are many who brush incorrectly but don’t realize that their dental hygiene practices may be contributing to oral problems. At Premier Dental & Oral Health Group in Lake Ozark, we teach our patients the proper oral hygiene practices. They may pride themselves on…
What Is Lurking Under Your Gumline?

Hello Lake Ozark! For ideal oral health, you need both healthy teeth and healthy gums. Proper oral hygiene helps keep both your teeth and gums in good shape. When brushing, hold your toothbrush at a 45-degree angle pointing the bristle tips at the gumline. The bristles of a soft toothbrush can clean the food particles…
Scared of the Dentist in Lake Ozark?

Do you have dental anxiety? If you are dreading some upcoming dental treatment, you may want to consider sleep dentistry. Sedation is safe The most important thing to know is that oral conscious sedation or sleep dentistry is perfectly safe. At Premier Dental & Oral Health Group, we provide sedation to our valued patients in…
Get Your Teeth In Shape, Lake Ozark!

These days Lake Ozark residents are more conscious of their health than ever. Many of us are trying to stay active, eat a balanced diet, and better manage stress. When you feel healthy, attractive, and happy, you smile more often. You want your smile to compliment and enhance your physical and mental condition. Here at…
What’s the Best Way to Fix Teeth that Overlap?

Plenty of men and women have teeth that overlap. What causes overlapping teeth? Overlapping teeth are usually caused by genetics or habits as a child such as thumbsucking. They can also be caused by the mouth being too small to fit all the teeth correctly or having different-sized upper and lower jaws. Injury to the…
7 Ways Bonding Can Beautify in Lake Ozark

Dental bonding is a popular cosmetic dentistry procedure in the Lake Ozark area, but many patients don’t know exactly what it is. Today in the Premier Dental & Oral Health Group dental blog, we explain 7 ways dental bonding is used in cosmetic dentistry. The dental bonding procedure uses a resin material that is sturdy…