People that are plagued with dental phobia (Dentophobia) may take comfort in the fact that it is a fairly common diagnosable mental condition. At least they know they are not alone and that the medical community takes it seriously. Phobias like Pteromerhanophobia: (the fear of flying) and Acrophobibia (the fear of heights) can be difficult,…
General Dentistry
Quirky Dental Facts That May Surprise You
Categories: Dental health, General Dentistry
In today’s Jefferson City Dental Care post, we share some fun facts about dentistry. Enjoy! Many dental patients are aware that before there was formal dental training and licensing, barbers often performed dental procedures. But did you know that blacksmiths also moonlighted as dentists?1 How would you like your dental visit to involve tools used…
Making The Cost Of Dental Treatment Palatable At Jefferson City Dental Care
A healthy smile is priceless and superior dental care is a worthwhile investment in your quality of life. But the cost of treatment and precision restorations can sometimes be prohibitive. Knowing what to expect price-wise can make your dental visit more palatable. Obviously, the cost of some procedures such as crowns versus fillings is dependent…
Healthy Living Starts With A Smile
What comes to mind when you hear the term “healthy living?” A dinner plate with grilled chicken breast and a tossed salad? The sound of your feet rhythmically hitting the ground on your favorite jogging footpath? A cholesterol test indicating that your arteries are in great shape? If you pictured a white, healthy smile or…
You Can’t Afford Cheap Dental Work
Have you ever gotten a killer deal on a used car that turned out to be a lemon? After a couple of years of continual repairs, you realized that it ended up costing as much as a new car would have. And after spending all that money, you still have a lemon. The same is…
A Toothache The Size Of Jefferson City
Throbbing toothache pain for anyone can be unbearable. At the very least, milder toothache pain can cause you to forego certain foods. Severe toothache pain can be completely debilitating, forcing men and women to go to extreme measures to ease the pain. The most prevalent causes of toothache include infection, decay, injury, or loss of…
Sparkling Smiles With Safe Bleaching
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, General Dentistry
One of the easiest ways to improve your smile cosmetically is through teeth whitening. Whitening teeth is a fairly simple, non-invasive method to improve your overall appearance and bring confidence to your daily interactions with people. Before beginning the procedure of teeth whitening, Jefferson City Dental Care recommends each patient meet with their dentist for…
How Do You Choose a Dental Practice For a Dental Implant?
Today’s article is for individuals who have decided to replace a tooth with a tooth implant. Great choice! Now you need to choose a dental implant dentist to perform the procedure. This is a key decision. A dental implant is permanent. It involves oral surgery. It requires a significant financial investment. Making a bad choice…
How Tooth Grinding Can Damage Your Smile
Categories: General Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry
What is Tooth Grinding? Tooth grinding (or bruxism in doctor-speak) is a common behavior among people of all ages. It is when a person involuntarily clenches their jaw or rubs their teeth together. Tooth grinding can occur during the day or night and can affect kids and adults. Some men and women grind their teeth…
6 Easy Ways To Eat Like A Dentist
Categories: General Dentistry
Hello, friends of Jefferson City Dental Care! In today’s message, we are talking about nutrition. There is nothing that impacts your smile as much as your eating habits. Develop good eating practices and your dentist will smile down on you too. 1. Rinse after eating Rinse your mouth with a sip of water or brush…
