The clinical term for teeth grinding is bruxism. In many cases, people who live with bruxism may not even know they’re grinding their teeth when they’re asleep. However, bruxism can have a huge impact on both the integrity of your teeth and jaw as well as your sleep quality. Let’s … Continue reading
Visiting a dental office can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re looking for a dentist accepting new patients. However, when you schedule your appointment with Dr. Chase Patton of Columbia, Missouri, you can rest assured that all your oral care needs will be handled with expertise and personalized care. Whether you … Continue reading
Invisalign® aligners blend in with the smile. So, unlike braces, their hue and hardware are not noticeable. In addition to being highly cosmetic, they are comfortable. Each aligner (tray) is made from a clear plastic that is also smooth and flexible. Plus, they are removable. Patients do not have to re-learn how to eat or how to … Continue reading
The office of Chase Patton, DDS, is proud to support the long, healthy life of your implant-supported crowns, bridges, and dentures. Also, by partnering with the top oral surgeons or specialists in the Columbia, Missouri area, we help to minimize early-stage implant failures. We also work with you, our valued patient, to … Continue reading
Have you heard of the term “bite”? When someone refers to their “bite,” they are actually talking about occlusion –the relationship between the opposing upper and lower teeth when their mouth is closed. Malocclusion refers to imbalances in the teeth and jaws. These include “bad bites” characterized by a protruding upper or lower jaw (overbite … Continue reading
More teeth have been lost due to tooth decay and gum disease than any other condition. Conditions that affect the mouth, like periodontitis or late-stage gum disease, are also linked to serious medical problems, ranging from respiratory illnesses to heart disease. Fortunately, Chase Patton, DDS, partners with our neighbors in … Continue reading
An estimated 92% of American adults have cavities, and it is also the most common childhood illness. Decay manifests itself as holes or eroded areas of the tooth. Untreated, these cavities can cause painful infections, and teeth may become damaged beyond repair. While Chase Patton, DDS, works with patients in … Continue reading
Crowns are one of the wonders of the dental world. This versatile procedure can be used to restore deeply decayed or cracked teeth, as well as cover an implant (for tooth replacement) or a very misshapen or cosmetically “imperfect” tooth. Porcelain and zirconia crowns in the hands of Chase Patton, … Continue reading
Patients can achieve the smile they’ve always wanted with Dr. Chase Patton and his team in Columbia, Missouri. This is especially true for adults with misalignment of the teeth. Instead of realigning the smile with metal bracket-and-wire braces, today’s adults have another option: Invisalign. With the use of clear trays, … Continue reading
Do you want healthy, straight teeth that you can’t wait to show off? You can now enjoy a brand-new, beautiful smile with the Invisalign treatment offered by the team at Chase Patton, DDS in Columbia, Missouri. Patients were only limited to traditional braces in the past, but today you can … Continue reading
