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The Secret to Keeping Your Teeth for Life
posted: Nov. 28, 2023.

The secret to keeping your teeth for life involves more than one secret. The first is that there is no secret; and in fact, there really is no difficulty involved. Read more
Thanksgiving
posted: Nov. 21, 2023.

At Advanced Dental Arts, we love to celebrate the holidays with vigor! the doctor would love to share some unique ways of celebrating Thanksgiving from beyond the SAINT LOUIS, Missouri Read more
Common Emergency Care Visits: Toothaches or abscesses
posted: Nov. 14, 2023.

Dental problems do not always wait for normal office hours. Broken fillings or damaged teeth are common reasons for emergency treatment. Toothaches and abscesses can also require prompt attention. the Read more
Getting Ready for Winter
posted: Nov. 07, 2023.

Winter Is Coming. Okay, that sounded a lot more dramatic in a popular fantasy series. But here in the real world, winter is coming as well, so let’s look at some Read more
Why Is My Child Getting Cavities?
posted: Oct. 31, 2023.

We want our children to have every advantage, including oral health. That’s why you encourage your child to brush twice a day. You keep the sugary treats to a minimum. Read more
Oral-Systemic Health
posted: Oct. 24, 2023.

Oral-systemic health is the idea that oral health is a critical and interconnected component to a patient’s overall health and well-being. Studies show that people who have poor oral health Read more
Overall Health Can Be Influenced By Oral Hygiene
posted: Oct. 17, 2023.

Keeping on top of your oral health is key when it comes to making sure your whole body stays healthy. The bacteria that occur naturally in your mouth can produce Read more
Healthy Diet, Healthier Gums?
posted: Oct. 10, 2023.

Since gum disease is one of the most common adult diseases, it’s no wonder the doctor and our team stress the importance of prevention. Effective brushing and flossing, regular dental Read more
October is National Dental Hygiene Month: A simple oral health routine for your busy lifestyle
posted: Oct. 03, 2023.

Adults are no strangers to feeling like there is never enough time in the day to get everything done. Your alarm clock rings and within minutes you ping pong around Read more
Root Canal Procedure
posted: Sep. 26, 2023.

Five words no one welcomes: “You need a root canal.” But if you are delaying treatment because you are worried about pain and an uncomfortable day in the dentist’s chair, Read more
Planning Your Vegetarian Diet with Your Oral Health in Mind
posted: Sep. 19, 2023.

If you’ve been following a vegetarian or vegan diet, you know that there’s much more to living a healthy life than simply avoiding meat products. Making sure your diet includes Read more
When do children usually lose their baby teeth?
posted: Sep. 12, 2023.

Many parents worry that their children’s teeth are not falling out on time. A lot of concerned parents want to know: When will my child lose his or her first Read more
September is National Gum Care Month!
posted: Sep. 05, 2023.

Can you believe it's already September? At Advanced Dental Arts, we know that gingivitis, the early stage of periodontal disease, can be difficult to recognize. Many people don’t recognize the Read more
Pros and Cons of Veneers
posted: Aug. 29, 2023.

You might have a small chip in a tooth from an unfortunate encounter with peanut brittle, or even several chips from a touch football game that got a little out Read more
Dental Filling Options
posted: Aug. 22, 2023.

You’ve made an appointment at our SAINT LOUIS, Missouri office to treat your cavity, the decayed area has been removed, and the site has been cleaned and prepared for a Read more
What is biofilm?
posted: Aug. 15, 2023.

Biofilm, the protective housing for bacteria, is a hot topic in the medical and dental fields. Routinely taking an antibiotic for a bacterial infection has become more complicated because of Read more