Show Off Your Smile Again with Full Dentures

December 31, 2012

Filed under: Restorative Dentistry — Tags: , , , , , , , — Dr. Rick Cofer @ 5:14 pm

Missing teeth can be a daily embarrassment, especially when you find yourself faced with an overwhelming number of gaps. You want to smile and laugh with the people around you, but you can’t help but worry about what they’ll think when you open your mouth.  Don’t worry – Dr. Cofer and his team at Premier Family Dental are here to help with full dentures, a comfortable and affordable solution to a mouth of missing teeth. At our Waco, Texas office, we can create long-lasting dentures from biocompatible materials for a natural, beautiful look you’ll be thrilled to share with the world.

Making Your Life Easier, One Smile at a Time

Basic actions like eating or speaking don’t seem too hard – but once you find yourself without teeth, they can be a constant challenge. What’s worse is that facial muscles can begin to sag, making you look older. Full dentures can eliminate all of these problems for you, allowing you to partake in activities and outings that may have once seemed too challenging. Dr. Cofer will be happy to create a set of full dentures that both fit comfortably in your mouth and closely resemble your natural teeth. Full dentures may even improve the look of your smile!

In addition, full dentures are removable, unlike dental implants. They include a layer of soft tissue designed to look like gums, as well as the replacement teeth. They stay in place with the help of natural suction, and can be easily rinsed and cleaned once taken out of the mouth.

Are you ready for an affordable and comfortable option that will hide cover up those missing teeth with a brand-new, beautiful look? The team at Premier Family Dental wants to give you something to smile about. You can learn more about dentures and some of the other restorative treatments we offer, such as dental implants, here at our website, or you can feel free to go ahead and give us a call today to schedule an appointment. Premier Family Dental proudly serves not only the Waco area, but also Lorena, Robinson, Hewett, and surrounding towns.

Keeping Teeth Clean During the Day, At Work or At School

December 11, 2012

Filed under: General Dentistry — Tags: , , , , , , — Dr. Rick Cofer @ 7:11 am

We all know the importance of having clean teeth, but with our busy lives it’s sometimes hard to keep on top of our dental health. The team at Premier Family Dental is here to help, so we’ve prepared some helpful tips for you!

If you’re on the go a lot, consider investing in a toothbrush for your office, so you’ll always have one. Another good idea is the Colgate Wisp, a one-use disposable toothbrush that doesn’t need water. You can keep a pack handy and always be able to freshen your breath easily.

Unfortunately, though, you can’t always brush after meals, so consider making sugarless gum a regular part of your life. You can keep a pack in your purse or desk, so it’s always there. How does this help? By increasing the flow of in your mouth. This can help neutralize the acids and bacteria that are found on your teeth, especially after eating.

You can also consider keeping some floss in your desk drawer or purse as well. You never know when you’ll get a little particle of food stuck between your teeth! Not only is it annoying, but it also gives bacteria and plaque a chance to grow and form, so it’s best to remove particles like these as soon as possible.

If you want to want to learn more about tips to keep your teeth clean, our Waco team is ready to help. Give us a call. Premier Family Dental proudly serves patients from Lorena, Robinson, Hewett, and surrounding towns.

Do Whitening Toothpastes Really Work?

November 27, 2012

Filed under: Cosmetic Dentistry — Tags: , , , , , — Dr. Rick Cofer @ 2:11 pm

Here at Dr. Cofer’s Waco office, one of the questions we hear frequently from our patients is, “Do teeth whitening toothpastes really work?”

The answer is: Yes, they do work, as long as the toothpaste you’re using has an official seal from the American Dental Association (ADA) to verify its claims.

The real issue is that whitening toothpastes are mainly just good for removing surface stains from teeth, and only if you use it twice a day as directed. It will take between two to four weeks to see results. If you’re not trying to remove simple stains, though, like those from coffee or tobacco, whitening toothpaste won’t be very effective.

We understand that you want an easy, effective teeth whitening solution. If you don’t like the results you’re getting from your whitening toothpaste, or you need a stronger whitening solution, we also provide teeth whitening our-services at our Waco office. Dr. Cofer can create custom-made, take-home teeth whitening trays, allowing you to get whiter teeth from the comfort of your home. Within three to four days, you’ll begin to see dramatic results. You can then use your whitening toothpaste to help maintain your beautiful, white smile.

If you want to know more about whitening toothpastes and our take-home whitening trays, our Waco team is ready to help. Give us a call. Premier Family Dental proudly serves patients from Lorena, Robinson, Hewett, and surrounding towns.

What’s The Best Floss: Waxed or Un-Waxed?

November 9, 2012

Filed under: General Dentistry — Tags: , , , , , , — Dr. Rick Cofer @ 7:32 am

Brushing thoroughly twice a day is one of the best things you can do for not just your oral health but your overall health as well. And yet, as good as brushing is, it’s not enough by itself—flossing is also important.

Why?

Because flossing makes it easier for you to clean around your gum line and between your teeth. Without flossing, plaque and food particles would be left untouched, allowing them to cause decay or gum disease. And as recent medical studies have shown, gum disease shares a not-insignificant connection with other kinds of health problems, including:

  • Respiratory ailments
  • Diabetes
  • Pregnancy complications
  • Heart disease

But there isn’t just one kind of floss out there. Among the different varieties, there are two main ones: waxed and un-waxed. So which is really more effective?

The benefit of using un-waxed floss—which is made up nylon strands woven together—is that it can more effectively clean spaces where teeth are very close together. The downside is that un-waxed floss can also break more easily.

Waxed floss, on the other hand, is made of regular floss but of course has a wax coating. That means it’s less likely to break, but it can also be difficult to use if you’re trying to clean between teeth that are very close together.

All of which means that there isn’t one particular type that’s right; it all depends on your needs. Some people have teeth that are very close to each other, while others have teeth that are spaced farther apart. The type of floss that’s right for you will depend on the type of teeth you have.

Still not sure what kind of floss you need? Call Dr. Cofer’s Waco dental office. During your next visit, we’d be happy to look at your teeth and recommend something that can help you.

Dr. Cofer serves patients from Waco, Lorena, Robinson, Hewett, and surrounding areas.

Did You Hear About Our Candy Buy-Back Program?

October 26, 2012

Filed under: General Dentistry — Tags: , , , , , , , — Dr. Rick Cofer @ 7:32 am

By next Thursday, you and your kids will have had some time to enjoy the candy you collected on Wednesday’s trick-or-treating adventure. But maybe you were a little too successful, and the last thing you want is for your children to ruin their teeth on all those sweets. At the same time, though, you don’t want to throw any of it away—so what can you do?

Come to Premier Family Dental on Friday, November 2nd between 3:00 pm and 6:30 pm with your un-opened candy to participate in our special Waco candy buy-back program.

As part of our candy buy-back, Dr. Cofer will be buying candy for $1 per pound, and he’ll have a special goody bag for all of his young patients willing to participate. When our Waco candy buy-back campaign has been completed, we’ll work with Blue Star Moms to send all donations we receive to the brave men and women who protect our country by serving in the armed forces.

To find out more about Dr. Cofer’s candy buy-back program, call our Waco dental office or visit our website.

Make Your Child’s Next Checkup a Priority This Month

August 28, 2012

Filed under: General Dentistry — Tags: , , , , , , — Dr. Rick Cofer @ 4:27 pm

Every patient, regardless of age, should see their local dentist twice a year for checkups and cleanings. And for children, one of the best times to come in to Premier Family Dental for one of these visits is at the beginning of a new school year.

Why is the start of a new school year such a good time?

Because August is a clear dividing line between one part of the year and another. Even if August is actually the eighth month instead of the sixth, it feels like a halfway point, separating the spring and summer from fall and winter.

But there’s an even more significant reason than this to bring your child in now. Aside from dividing the year in half, it’s a good idea to schedule your child’s next visit with Dr. Cofer at a time when your son or daughter’s schedule is still relatively light. As the year progresses, your child will have more homework and projects to do, on top of extracurricular activities, making free time hard to come by. So it’s best to schedule your child’s next visit with our Premier Family Dental team now, especially since return visits may be needed to treat common oral health conditions like cavities or gum disease.

Are You Ready to Schedule a Visit?

If you’re ready to schedule your child’s next visit with Dr. Cofer, our Waco team is ready to help. Give us a call. Premier Family Dental proudly serves patients from Lorena, Robinson, Hewett, and surrounding towns.

Cosmetic Dentistry Care for Patients from Waco and Beyond

August 13, 2012

Filed under: Cosmetic Dentistry — Tags: , , , , , , , , , — Dr. Rick Cofer @ 7:19 am

A beautiful smile can lead to a satisfying sense of self-confidence, but unfortunately, not everyone was born with a naturally dazzlingly smile. That’s why dentists like Dr. Cofer of Premier Family Dental in Waco offer cosmetic dentistry. With these great our-services, we can help patients enjoy a more attractive smile and improved self-confidence.

Our cosmetic dentistry our-services include:

Teeth Whitening

For some patients, over-the-counter teeth whitening products can be effective. For most patients, though, achieving a dramatically whiter smile takes a professional teeth whitening kit. At Premier Family Dental, we can provide you with a custom-made take-home teeth whitening kit that will help you achieve the kind of look you’ve been dreaming of. To find out more, visit the teeth whitening page on our website.

Porcelain Veneers

There are multiple reasons for considering porcelain veneers, another popular cosmetic dentistry service, but there are two that stand out. The first is that porcelain veneers let patients create a straighter-looking smile without the need for orthodontics. The second is that, like professional teeth whitening, porcelain veneers can also result in whiter smile. If you’ve been considering porcelain veneers for either of these reasons, or for another one, we’d love to talk to you.

Cosmetic Dental Bonding

If you have teeth that are only slightly chipped, misaligned, or imperfect, our Waco office also offers one-appointment dental bonding. During a dental bonding appointment, Dr. Cofer will correct imperfections using a composite resin that matches the shade of your teeth, resulting in teeth that look naturally beautiful and have a more pleasing shape.

If you’d like to find out more about any of these great our-services, call Premier Family Dental in Waco to schedule your consultation appointment. We provide excellent cosmetic dentistry care to patients from Lorena, Robinson, Hewett, and surrounding towns.

Complete Dental Implant Procedures under One Roof

July 30, 2012

Filed under: Restorative Dentistry — Tags: , , , , , , , — Dr. Rick Cofer @ 7:48 am

Dental implants are one of the most popular and effective restorative dentistry our-services currently available. As much as that might be the case, though, not every dentist who offers dental implants can complete your entire procedure in their own office. But at Premier Family Dental in Waco, Dr. Rick Cofer can complete your entire dental implants procedure under one roof, without referring you to another doctor.

What Are Dental Implants?

Dental implants are a restorative dentistry option for patients who need to replace one or more teeth. That makes them similar to traditional options, like bridges, partials, and full dentures, but implants also do something these others don’t—besides replacing your missing teeth, dental implants also replace your missing tooth roots.

That’s a key difference. By replacing your missing tooth roots, dental implants can help you prevent bone loss in your jaw. As a result, you end up with a strong, supportive smile that feels absolutely natural, something traditional bridges, partials, and full dentures can’t do.

The Dental Implants Process

There are two phases to the dental implants process. The first phase—placement—involves Dr. Cofer placing one or more implants in your jaw. Unlike other dentists, Dr. Cofer can do this right in his Waco office, using his 192-plus hours of study to back him up.

The second phase of the process—restoration—involves the attachment of your new crown, bridge, or denture. As with the placement phase, Dr. Cofer and his team can complete this aspect under our own roof, without need to refer you to another doctor.

Are you ready to find out more about dental implants? Dr. Cofer would be happy to answer any questions you might have. Call Premier Family Dental today to schedule your appointment. We serve patients from Waco, Lorena, Robinson, Hewett, and surrounding towns.

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