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
When a developing cavity is not addressed, it will lead to tooth decay, and you could even need a root canal or extraction. While tooth decay is irreversible, the decayed material can be removed, and a tooth-colored filling be put in place to preserve the tooth. While some dentists still … Continue reading
When looking for dental bite restorations, you have options. Traditional metal braces are one option that provides great results, but they require metal brackets and wires affixed to your teeth for the correction of malocclusion, proper tooth alignment, and more. Many people shudder at the thought and seek alternatives like … Continue reading
The health and appearance of your smile play a huge role in your life. A healthy and beautiful smile allows one to communicate without ever saying a word. It provides individuals the self-confidence necessary to interact with others around them in a carefree manner. However, if you are not happy … Continue reading
Many adults think a dental visit is only necessary if they have tooth pain or another dental issue that requires attention. This is not the case, and, in many cases, these emergency dental visits can be avoided altogether with general dental visits. Dr. Chase Patton, DDS encourages all residents in … Continue reading
TMJ disorder is a condition that is often misdiagnosed, but is very common – in fact, it is estimated that over 10 million Americans are affected by the disorder. At the dental practice of Chase Patton, DDS, patients in the Columbia, MO area can rely on Dr. Patton to listen … Continue reading
Patients of the Columbia, MO area who are interested in obtaining comprehensive dental care under one roof can connect with Dr. Chase Patton and his team. His practice is pleased to provide everything from general dental care to full mouth restorations. Whether you need a simple cleaning and evaluation, or … Continue reading
At the practice of Dr. Chase Patton, patients will find that our family-friendly dental office in Columbia, MO offers a wide selection of treatments for all our patients. Dental care is essential to ensure a healthy, beautiful smile for life. When patients are proactive about their oral health, they will … Continue reading
