When you consider its effect on your teeth, there probably isn’t a dentist in the world who would say eating candy is okay. That includes those of us at Premier Oral & Dental Health Group in Lake Ozark. To put it plainly, candy is loaded with sugar. The bacteria in your mouth uses any sugar…
General dentistry
What’s Your Dental Plan?

To have the best dental health, it helps if you develop a plan: a plan you stick to no matter what. Part of it should be regular checkups at Premier Dental & Oral Health Group in Lake Ozark, but there’s more to it than that. Here are some things you can consider for your dental…
Keep Teeth Healthy During Pregnancy

There’s an old myth that says a woman will lose a tooth for every baby she has. It’s total nonsense, of course. But at Premier Dental & Oral Health Group in Lake Ozark we want you to know that pregnancy can lead to certain dental issues, if you don’t take proper precautions. Increased hormones during…
Modern Dentistry In Lake Ozark With No Oxen Hooves

One of the important habits of good dental health is daily tooth brushing with an effective toothpaste. There is a wide variety of toothpastes available. At Premier Dental & Oral Health Group in Lake Ozark, we recommend using one with fluoride. Make sure your selection has the ADA seal. This means the toothpaste has been…
Happy Teeth Don’t Just Happen

Keeping your teeth clean is a critical part of maintaining a beautiful smile. One of the advantages of visiting us at Premier Dental & Oral Health Group in Lake Ozark is having a thorough teeth cleaning and a review of your brushing habits. Your Partner in Oral Health Our dental hygienist can professionally clean and…
Need An Implant? Let’s Do A Checkup And Talk About It.

When is the last time you had a dental check-up? At Premier Dental & Oral Health Group in Lake Ozark we advise most patients to have one every six months. If you have an increased risk for oral diseases, we advise you to receive an examination every four months. We offer dental implants but also…
Watch Out For Hidden Sugar

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…
Why Look For The Seal?

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…
Treat Your Smile To A Healthy Diet

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?…
Which Type of Toothbrush is Best?

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…