Did you know that different teeth have different, very specific jobs? They do! This blog post from Premier Dental & Oral Group in Lake Ozark MO is a description of the different types of teeth in your mouth, and what they do. The shape of each tooth gives a clue to what it does. The…
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Dental Veneers: 7 Fast Fixes
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Porcelain veneers
This blog post from Premier dental & Oral Health Group in Lake Ozark focuses on porcelain veneers, which are used extensively in cosmetic dentistry. Porcelain veneers (also called laminates) are custom made to permanently cover the front part of one or more teeth. Wafer-thin, super-strong veneers can remedy many cosmetic issues such as: Chips Cracks…
The Not-So-Obvious Benefits Of A Smile Makeover
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
A cosmetic dental smile makeover from Premier Dental & Oral Health Group in Lake Ozark is transformative for anyone who has been embarrassed by their smile for years. It’s not just about looking younger and more attractive, though it certainly will do that. It can improve your life in ways that many do not understand.…
6 Ways Dental Crowns Restore Smiles
Categories: Dental crown, Dental health
Dental crowns have been around a long time, but they continue to play a key role in cosmetic dentistry at Premier Dental & Oral Health Group in Lake Ozark. A dental crown, often called a cap, covers the visible part of the tooth. They are used for many common dental problems: An old crown that is…
Tooth Knocked Out? Call Us ASAP!
Categories: Dental emergency, Emergency dental care
Having a tooth knocked out can be catastrophic, but it isn’t necessarily irreversible. If you can keep a cool head and remember a few emergency dental instructions from Premier Dental & Oral Health Group in Lake Ozark, chances are the tooth can be saved. The critical thing for to do if you’ve had a tooth knocked…
Restoring Smiles At Premier Dental & Oral Health Group
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry
We believe a terrific smile is essential for putting your best face forward. At Premier Dental & Oral Health Group, we use cosmetic dentistry to restore teeth to their original condition, and to make many smiles better than they ever were before! Some patients have only a few problems they wish to correct. Perhaps one…
How Dental Implants Are Changing Dentures
Categories: Dental implant, Denture implants
If you are like many denture wearers, you know that they are not the ideal solution for missing teeth. At Premier Dental & Oral Health Group in Lake Ozark, we have an alternative. The problems with dentures include slipping and gum irritation. They also tend to give people trouble eating and talking, and even contribute…
Chipped Tooth? No Need To Panic
There are basically two ways to handle a chipped or broken tooth: panic, or see us at Premier Dental & Oral Health Group in Lake Ozark right away. Chipped or broken teeth are a fairly common problem. They are never to be taken lightly, but on the whole, they aren’t that serious and can be treated…
Relieving Your Dental Anxiety
Categories: General dentistry, Sedation dentistry
Millions of Americans cope with dental anxiety and phobia. In some people it gets so severe they avoid the dentist until they have some sort of issue where the pain outweighs their fears. As we know at Premier Dental & Oral Health Group in Lake Ozark, even in those cases, such patients only get through…
Sleep Apnea Is A Serious Health Threat
Categories: General dentistry, Sleep apnea
At Premier Dental & Oral Health Group in Lake Ozark, we often see patients who have been struggling with deficient sleep for months or even years. Some of them are diagnosed with sleep apnea, a condition we can treat. You Can’t Just “Tough It Out” Some patients are reluctant to pursue professional treatment. This is…
