If you’re now totally reliant on your denture, then you might think you’re done with the dentist. No teeth left for a dentist to fill, right? So why bother? Even without natural teeth, your mouth needs the attention of a dentist. The following three reasons for this will help you see just how much Dream…
Wisdom teeth are tricky! They can cause some major problems including pain and infection if they aren’t well taken care of. Our Dream Dentist team in O’Fallon recommends getting them out before they create an issue. A simple exam and x-ray can let you know whether or not they will be. When Are Wisdom Teeth…
We all know that there are some habits that are harmful to teeth. Smoking, eating lots of candy, and not brushing will definitely cause problems. But did you know that your smile could be suffering from a habit that you’re not even aware of? Dr. Sarah Thompson of Dream Dentist can help you debunk this…
When it comes down to it, a dental crown and a filling are both important restorations. What REALLY matters is what your tooth needs right now. Why might you need one restoration over the other? The experts at Dream Dentist explain. What Fillings Are For The goal of a filling is to clean out parts…
Would you like a more even smile without waiting months for braces to straighten your teeth? Thanks to dental veneers, you can have that! If you have some crooked or gapped front teeth that make you shy to smile, then veneers could be your answer. What Dental Veneers Do Dental veneers are thin porcelain shells…
Dental treatment is easy to put off – after all, if it doesn’t hurt, why should you do anything about it right this moment? Unfortunately, many oral health concerns may not have any symptoms until the problem is more advanced. As a result, it’s common for some people to delay their treatment until something hurts.…
You may feel that your choice of mouthwash is not a big deal. As a matter of fact, many patients have very healthy mouths without using any kind of rinse. But how can you make the best decision for your individual oral health? The following guidelines may help: Mouthwash cannot replace brushing and flossing Many…
Are you afraid to smile? Do you feel like you have ugly teeth? You may think a smile makeover will cost too much money and so you don’t want to even consider it. Come check us out at Dream Dentist! You will be able to talk to our dentist about how you can improve your…
Does going to the dentist make you feel scared or anxious? Do you feel your blood pressure going up as soon as you walk through the front door? “White coat syndrome” is real, even if you don’t feel afraid of the dentist…and it can keep you from having the beautiful smile that you deserve. How…
At Dream Dentist, we feel that your comfort during dental procedures is just as important as the treatment you receive. The way you feel during dental treatment can even affect the success of a procedure. Sedation dentistry has also been dubbed “sleep dentistry.” You are not actually asleep during the procedure but rather are given…