If you have recently lost a tooth from tooth decay, gum disease, or even by injury, you may be considering getting dental implants. After doing some research, you probably realize the magnitude of the decision you’re about to make—that applies to both the procedure and the cost. This guide created by Dr. Cofer will give you the facts and cost related factors which will hopefully answer most (if not all) of your questions about dental implants. These are very important factors to consider, but above all else, restoring the functionality and beauty of your smile is the most important thing to reflect on.

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If you’ve lost a tooth it has probably affected your confidence in a negative way. Imagine losing multiple teeth, or even a whole arch! Missing teeth alter the way you interact with people and limit the activities that you can do—including critical functions like speaking and eating. But, what if there was a stable, secure, tested way to replace your teeth from root to crown? What if you found out that this procedure has a success rate of 98%? There wouldn’t be anything stopping you from moving forward and restoring your smile! Premier Family Dental has a dentist in Waco, TX that can not only create the perfect prosthetic teeth for you but actually place them! Dental implants from Dr. Rick Cofer are the best option for you if you’re missing a single tooth or need to restore your full mouth.

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Losing one or two teeth seems trivial. We have 32, so a few to spare, right? Not in the least! Some patients even believe that tooth extraction is a quick and easy fix to their dental problems. Just one tooth loss can lead to severe consequences down the road. Basically, we want our patients to appreciate what their teeth do for them and not take it for granted. Premier Family Dental truly cares about your overall health both now and in the future. If you find yourself needing a tooth replacement anyways, your dentist in Waco, TX, Dr. Cofer, offers great tooth replacement options. That’s right, he can complete the full process of dental implants all within this one practice.

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Eating right is important for your overall health, as well as your looks, but did you know that your diet impacts your smile, too? We all know that we should avoid sugar to prevent tooth decay, but what should we enjoy instead? The team at Premier Family Dental, your dentist in Waco, TX, explains that vegetables are one of the best food choices you can make for your grin. Find out why veggies are so great for your teeth in this post.

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Happy National Children’s Dental Health Month! What, you didn’t know NCDHM was February? During this time, dental professionals, healthcare providers, and educators all come together to talk about the best ways to take care of Waco’s littlest smiles. This year, the slogan is, “Choose Tap Water for a Sparkling Smile.” The team at Premier Family Dental, the home of your children’s dentist in Waco, TX, is going to talk a little more about NCDHM, and how you can use it to help your child’s smile. (more…)

Improving and maintaining your health takes many small steps, not large ones. If you want to lose weight, you cut out a few calories each day, not an entire meal. When you want to get in shape, you work out for about 30 minutes 3-4 times a week, as opposed to 3 hours a day. The same concept applies to your teeth, and a few daily habits can make all the difference when it comes to your smile. Dr. Rick Cofer, your family dentist in Waco, TX, has 4 simple tips to keep your teeth looking great between dental visits. (more…)

You and your friends decided to get together for a game of basketball today, and it was a wonderful idea. The weather was just perfect and everyone had a great time. Now that the game is over, it’s time to relax, but your friends immediately take out their cameras and phones and ask everyone to stand together. You know that all of these pictures will soon be up on social media, and many of them will include your crooked teeth. You’ve always been self-conscious about them, but you never could convince yourself that braces were right for you. They just seem like they’d be so uncomfortable, but what else can you do? Dr. Rick Cofer, your dentist in Waco, TX, wants you to know that you can now get the straighter smile you’ve always wanted with ClearCorrect. (more…)

You wake up and immediately go into 5^th gear. You need to get the kids ready for school, and your partner usually needs a little help getting out of bed as well. Once everyone else is out the door, you can finally throw on your own clothes and head to work. Suddenly you’re cooking dinner, and before you know it, you’re back in bed. If most of your days fly by like this, it can seem impossible to find time to get your damaged teeth fixed. You’re too busy thinking about everyone else. People like you need dental care that fits into your packed schedule, and this is why Dr. Rick Cofer  offers a same day dental crown in Waco, TX. (more…)

One of the best parts about this day and age is that you always have choices. For instance, you probably have hundreds of channels on your television, and an infinite amount of options online. This breadth of choice also applies to replacing your missing teeth. You’ve heard of both dentures and dental implants in Waco, TX, and how they are viable solutions, but which one is best for you? Today, Dr. Rick Cofer is going to tell you a little more about the ways you can replace your missing teeth. (more…)

The holidays are quick approaching, and hopefully that means you are going to be laughing and smiling with friends and family a lot over the coming weeks. Unfortunately, if you are self-conscious about the color of your teeth, this season can be less fun and more anxiety inducing. You want to look your best for the inevitable litany of pictures and parties, and teeth whitening in Waco, TX from Premier Family Dental is the best way to make your smile shine. (more…)