We all try to look and feel our best, right? We exercise, eat clean, and do everything possible to maintain a healthy image. Despite all that, there are things that a healthy lifestyle simply just cannot always prevent. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 70 percent of Americans between the ages of…
Having a healthy jawbone and gums is important for the success of your dental implants. If you are interested in implants for restoring your teeth or you have already have an implant and are concerned about gum disease, you have come to the right place. Let Dr. Brace and his team explain how this common…
What is Dental Tourism? In recent years, traveling abroad for medical care has become a popular option for individuals looking to save money on treatments. Dental tourism accounts for about half of all medical travel globally. In the United States, dental tourism has steadily become more and more popular What Pushes Patients to Travel for…
In the past, it wasn’t uncommon for relatively young patients to end up with dentures. Poor oral hygiene awareness, as well as almost non-existent fluoride or sealant use, meant a higher rate of denture use among a younger population. Luckily, a better understanding of preventive dentistry and improved use of fluoride and other preventive measures…
Tell me if this sounds like you: It’s time to schedule your next dental appointment and the thought of sitting in the dental chair having an unfamiliar hygienist scraping away at your plaque and telling you to floss better sends a shiver of anxiety down your spine. It’s not uncommon for patients of all ages…
With dentures, you run the risk of serious damage to your smile. Learn why Dr. Brace recommends mini dental implants as a long-lasting alternative to removable dentures and partials.
While your smile is designed to last a lifetime, accidents can happen. If you’re missing most or all the teeth in an arch, it’s time to invest in a tooth replacement option that enhances every aspect of your oral health. One such dental investment is All-on-4 implant dentures, a revolutionary concept that lets patients enjoy…
If you’re living with missing teeth, you’re probably looking to replace them pretty quickly. A lot of our St. Louis patients opt for dental bridges or dentures when shopping around for tooth replacement options. And while dentures and dental bridges are better than living with missing teeth, we want everyone to understand some of the…
Gum disease is a serious matter. Its first stage, gingivitis, can be reversed with proper intervention, but as it progresses into more advanced stages, serious consequences can wreak havoc on your oral health. Learn about the three progressive stages of gum disease and what to look for as warning signs. If you think that you…
Anyone who’s been raised to care for their teeth knows about the fundamental tools used for oral hygiene. The big 4 of basic oral care are the toothbrush, toothpaste, floss and mouthwash. While most Americans have those 4 items in their bathroom, alternative dental products can have a strong positive affect on your teeth, and…