An upper denture typically has a plate that’s molded to fit your across the roof of your mouth. This gives it more surface area to suction onto. But lower dentures tend to be tricky. It’s common for a lower prosthesis to rock and wobble over the bony ridge of your jaw. With time, the unnatural…
Do you look forward to your dental checkups? At Dream Dentist, we love seeing our patients in O’Fallon. But, we also know that some new people only call us because of necessity…not because they like seeing a dentist. Here are a few steps you can take to change your opinion about making a dental appointment:…
As the best family dentist in O’Fallon, Dr. Sarah Thompson is equally as passionate about protecting your smile as she is about restoring it. She believes that your teeth need more than just fillings and crowns. That’s why we’re proud to offer custom-fitted professional night guards right here at Dream Dentist. Could you use a…
Are you expecting? In addition to welcoming a new member to your family, you can also expect a couple changes to your gum health. Family dentist Dr. Sarah Thompson is eager to help you adjust to the transition and understand the facts. What Is Pregnancy Gingivitis? For many moms-to-be, swollen, sensitive, and bleeding gums are…
The “right floss?” Is that even a thing? Ask any dental professional and you’ll find out that yes, it is. Dr. Sarah Thompson and her team at Dream Dentist love educating patients on finding the floss that suits their smile the best. Here are some guidelines that can help you choose: Mind The Gap The…
Baking soda is an age-old home remedy for yellowing teeth. But does it actually bleach the color of your teeth? Dr. Sarah Thompson explains the facts… How Baking Soda Whitens Teeth Because of the small gritty pieces, baking soda is a natural abrasive. A lot of toothpastes contain baking soda to up their scrubbing power.…
Besides silver, classic metal fillings contain tin, copper, and mercury. That last element is the controversial ingredient that has a lot of people worried about the safety of silver fillings. Mercury has been known to cause some serious problems in humans. Kidney and thyroid damage can result from mercury poisoning. Neurological and behavioral problems are…
Acids are everywhere – in bacteria, your favorite drinks, carbohydrates, and fruits and veggies. We’re also exposed to the acids our bodies produce such as when we suffer from acid reflux. Teeth are coated in a protective enamel layer. Enamel is the hardest substance in your body, but it is gradually worn away by acid…
You’re probably hearing a lot more about implants in dentistry these days. Now you’re wondering if it’s time to get on board. Dr. Sarah Thompson believes that anyone missing one or more teeth deserves to give consideration to getting a dental implant. How Do Dental Implants Work? A dental implant is similar to a screw…
It’s tricky to find an estimate for a dental crown online. There are two big reasons for this: A price tag shouldn’t determine whether or not you pursue dental treatment. The price depends on a lot of individual factors that you can’t always predict. What sort of factors make a difference? Insurance Coverage Many insurance…