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Get a One Day Dental Crown in Waco, TX

September 2, 2016

Filed under: Uncategorized — Dr. Rick Cofer @ 5:31 pm

Come get a one day dental crown in Waco, TX if you need your tooth fixed. Work/life balance is very important to you. You try to work as efficiently as you can so you can produce the best possible results, as well as get out of the office quickly and live your life. This approach enables you to be a good employee and family member without burning yourself out. Of course life can sometimes throw a proverbial wrench in the gears. You need one of your teeth fixed, but you don’t want to take off work or use your precious off time to get it done. You simply don’t have time to keep going back to the dentist’s office. Now you don’t have to upset your routine because you can get a one day dental crown in Waco, TX. (more…)

Dentist in Waco TX Recommends A Back to School Cleaning

August 15, 2016

dentist in waco txWe’re well into August, and children across Waco are getting ready to go back to school on August 22. One nonprofit is helping a few local children prepare for the new school year with fresh haircuts and school supplies. There’s one other thing to check off the back-to-school list — a checkup and cleaning with Dr. Rick Cofer, the dentist in Waco TX! Schedule one for your child at Premier Family Dental and help her start the school year off right.

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Traditional Braces vs. ClearCorrect Clear Braces in Waco

August 12, 2016

Filed under: Cosmetic Dentistry — Tags: , , , , , — Dr. Rick Cofer @ 6:39 pm

clear braces in wacoAre you hesitant to seek orthodontic treatment because you don’t want to wear traditional braces? More adults are getting braces than ever before these days. Whether you had braces as a teenager and your teeth have shifted, or if you missed the boat on orthodontic treatment entirely, it’s never too late for a more confident smile. Dr. Rick Cofer offers ClearCorrect, clear braces in Waco.

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What You Need to Know About Same Day Crowns in Waco TX

August 8, 2016

same day crowns in waco txSometimes tooth decay and damage are so extensive that you need more than a simple filling to restore your smile health. There’s no reason to dread a dental crown, though. Premier Family Dental offers same day crowns in Waco TX using CEREC technology. Why do you need a crown? And how do same day crowns compare to traditional crowns? Let’s take a look at these and other important questions regarding dental crowns.

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Your Dentist in Waco TX Takes Mission Dental Trip to Peru

August 1, 2016

Filed under: General Dentistry — Tags: , , , , , , , — Dr. Rick Cofer @ 12:06 pm

dentist in waco txRegular preventive dental care is vital for healthy smiles. But the truth is, access to dentistry is a luxury for many people at home and abroad. Dr. Rick Cofer, the dentist in Waco TX, knows how much of a difference good dentistry can make for people who can’t afford it — and he and the team at Premier Family Dental wants to make the world smile. That’s why we were so happy to be included on the First United Methodist Church’s recent mission dental trip to Chincha, Peru! Here, our dental team extracted 285 teeth, applied fluoride treatments to over 1,000 kids, and handed out toothbrushes to the entire community.

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Your Dentist in Waco, TX, Discusses the Function of Different Teeth

July 28, 2016

Filed under: Preventive Dentistry — Tags: , , — Dr. Rick Cofer @ 6:06 pm

dentistTeeth work hard, and each type of tooth in your mouth has a unique role to play. Let Dr. Cofer, your dentist in Waco, TX, at Premier Family Dental, go over the function and purpose of each tooth. The information might surprise you, and you’ll certainly be encouraged to take proper care of each and every tooth!

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Your Waco Dentist Discusses the Benefits of Drinking Water

July 27, 2016

Filed under: General Dentistry — Tags: , , — Dr. Rick Cofer @ 8:36 pm

Waco dentistEveryone knows that drinking water is good for your overall health. Water keeps our bodies’ well hydrated. And considering that the human body is 60 percent water, hydration is certainly important. Water also distributes healthy nutrients throughout the body, helps to flush away wastes and toxins, lubricates our joints, keeps our muscles moving and gives our skin a healthy glow. In addition to helping to maintain a healthy body, water also contributes to a healthy mouth. Waco dentist Dr. Rick Cofer at Premier Family Dental wants to point out why water is the best beverage for your dental health.

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See the Children’s Dentist in Waco, TX, Early

July 20, 2016

Filed under: Children's Dentistry — Tags: , , , — Dr. Rick Cofer @ 6:10 pm

children's dentistIs there anything more heartwarming that your baby’s tiny smile looking up at you? Probably not. And you know that your child needs to see the dentist in order to have a healthy mouth and smile. But you may be asking yourself questions like “At what age should my baby see the dentist?” “What happens at the first appointment?” “How can I prepare my child?” Waco children’s dentist Dr. Rick Cofer is here to answer those questions and more.

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Waco Family Dentist Dr. Cofer Discusses Tooth Sensitivity

July 15, 2016

Filed under: General Dentistry — Tags: , , , — Dr. Rick Cofer @ 8:30 pm

Waco family dentistIce cream, popsicles, watermelon, lemonade and iced tea. These cool treats are a summertime tradition for most people. But for those with sensitive teeth, these tasty foods and beverages might not be worth the pain—and we mean that literally. Tooth sensitivity can happen when the dentin layer of a tooth is exposed. This layer is usually well covered by enamel, a tooth’s hard outer lining. However, if the enamel becomes eroded, then there can be tooth sensitivity. Waco family dentist Dr. Cofer has ways to treat sensitive teeth, so you can eat whatever you like this summer without worrying about the pain.

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Dental Sealants from the Children’s Dentist in Waco, TX

June 9, 2016

Filed under: Children's Dentistry — Tags: , , , — Dr. Rick Cofer @ 6:10 pm

children's dentistAs parents, you have a strong instinct to protect your children. As dental professionals, Dr. Cofer and his team want to protect their teeth from decay. In doing so, we can better ensure their dental and oral health. For this reason, we offer special treatments beyond the cleaning and exam that happens at six-month dental checkups. The children’s dentist in Waco, TX uses dental sealants to help your children have healthy and strong smiles for years to come.

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