Toothaches have been the topic of much debate for thousands of years. Ancient civilizations believed worms living in teeth caused toothaches, ancient Egyptians recommended holding a dead mouse on aching teeth, their Chinese contemporaries wrapped parchment around teeth with prayers for relief written on them, and Germans in the middle ages recommended kissing a donkey for toothache relief. On February 9th, the feast of St. Apollonia is celebrated. This is also known as toothache day since St. Apollonia was severely beaten by and lost all of her teeth before succumbing to her wounds, and is the patroness of dentists and dental pain. Luckily, modern dentistry provides better solutions for toothaches than kissing livestock or praying to saints. One of the most severe toothaches patients will experience is caused by root canal infection. Root canal infection is actually infection of the inner, pulp, layer of the tooth not necessarily confined to the root canal. All of the nerves in teeth are found in the pulp, so it’s no surprise that these infections are painful. At Premier Family Dental, we offer painless root canal therapy to restore patients’ smiles.
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Don’t Fear a Root Canal Waco
December 21, 2015
Get the Same Day Dental Crowns Waco Residents Prefer
December 14, 2015
For years, patients who needed dental crowns had to wait two or more weeks to receive a custom dental crown. After preparing the damaged tooth, dentists sent plans, images, and scans to a ceramics lab where dental restorations were milled and sent back to the practice. While the customized tooth was being crafted, patients wore a temporary crown that was prone to breaking and coming dislodged. At Premier Family Dental, our Waco dentist and team offer an alternative: CEREC same day dental crowns.
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Keep Teeth Beautiful while Wearing Braces with Tips from Your Cosmetic Dentist Waco
December 7, 2015
Many of our patients seek orthodontic treatment at some point in order to straighten misaligned teeth. Those patients often experience a decline in oral health due in part to how challenging it is to care for teeth with braces. Our dentists and hygienists help patients develop and maintain an at-home hygiene routine to keep teeth and gums healthy throughout orthodontic care. Contact Premier Family Dental to find out more today.
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Your Waco Dentist Offers Tips for Building Strong Teeth
December 1, 2015
When it comes to maintaining a healthy smile, dentists offer patients numerous recommendations about oral hygiene, regular preventive care, and early diagnosis and treatment of dental health concerns. One often overlooked way to protect the health of teeth and gums is improved diet. The nutrients we absorb from the foods we eat provide bodies the building blocks necessary to promote optimal oral and whole body health. Two nutrients essential to oral health are calcium and vitamin c.
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Dentist in 76712 Has Five Tips for Beating Bad Breath
November 22, 2015
I’ll let you in on a little secret: we all suffer from bad breath from time to time. But when your bad breath becomes a common occurrence, it’s likely something more serious (and, let’s face it, unpleasant) that we call halitosis. If you’ve got a chronic bad smell coming from your mouth, it’s past time to do something about it. Listen up to these five tips from your dentist in 76712 and beat that bad breath today!
We’re Your One Stop Shop for Dental Implants in Waco
November 17, 2015
Maybe it was the result of an accident, or just an unlucky stroke of genetics. Whatever the cause, if you’ve got one or more missing teeth, one thing is for sure: you simply have to get them replaced. Having a gap in your smile is more than embarrassing: it can lead to real oral health problems later on. Learn more about dental implants in Waco today — a top choice for teeth replacement in Waco at Premier Family Dental.
Waco Dentist Has Tips for Choosing a Great Toothpaste
November 9, 2015
Every time I go to the grocery store, I’m overwhelmed by one thing: the number of choices we have these days. Some people say this wealth of choice could actually make us unhappier overall. Now I don’t know what to think about that, but I do know that nothing can seem more daunting than a trip to the toothpaste aisle — with hundreds of choices, it can be impossible to know which one is best for you. As your Waco dentist, Dr. Cofer understands, and he’s in today with tips for choosing a toothpaste that’s just right for you and your teeth. Keep reading to learn more.
Family Dentist Waco: Use Your 2015 Benefits This Year!
November 5, 2015
Can you believe it’s already November? This time of year always sneaks up us, the dental team you trust at Premier Family Dental. It’s the busiest time at our office, as people scramble to get their smiles looking great in time for the holiday season, and rush to make the most of their annual dental benefits at the same time. Did you know that if you’ve got dental insurance, chances are very good your benefits won’t roll over until 2016? Keep reading to learn more from Dr. Rick Cofer, your family dentist in Waco.
Halloween is Right around the Corner: Learn How to Prevent Cavities from Your Waco Family Dentist
October 12, 2015
Trick or treat! Yep, it’s that time of year again when your favorite ghosts, goblins and super heroes will be bringing home sweet loot. And while Dr. Rick Cofer and the team at Premier Family Dental in Waco, TX, don’t want to spoil the fun, we also don’t want cavities to spoil your children’s smiles. As the children’s dentist Waco residents rely on, Dr. Cofer wants you to know that there are things you can do to help your children avoid tooth decay even while they enjoy the collection of candy and other goodies they receive on Halloween.
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Restore Your Smile with the Same Day Dental Crowns Waco Relies On
October 8, 2015
If you’ve ever had a crown placed, you likely visited your dental office three or four times, made goopy dental impressions, and had to sit still as your custom crown was further customized during placement. At Premier Family Dental, we offer patients state-of-the-art same day dental restoration utilizing the CEREC (Chairside Economical Restoration of Esthetic Ceramics) system. The entire appointment takes just a few hours, and you leave our office with a fully restored smile. If you’re in need of dental restoration, our skilled Waco dentistry team is ready to help you renew your smile. Call to schedule your CEREC consultation today.
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