Blog - General Dentistry

When you come to Chesterfield Valley Dental, one of the most important parts of your examination is when we check for cavities. Tooth decay is one of the most common conditions your dentist deals with on a daily basis. For the most part, filling those cavities with tooth-colored fillings mean our Chesterfield, MO patients don’t have to worry about ...

In many places, the kids are getting ready to head back to school, you are probably back to the routine of packing the lunch boxes every day. One thing to keep in mind is that what you pack for your children can have an impact on their oral health, and that includes your choice of beverages.

Here are some recommendations from ...

If you are a diligent brusher and flosser, you might wonder why you need to visit the dentist twice a year for checkups and cleanings. After all, you take good care of your oral health at home—and you aren’t having any problems.

But there are several reasons why it is a good idea to visit your dentist twice a year. Top ...

There are many people in this country who suffer from gum disease. In fact, gum disease is the number one cause of people losing their teeth—a fact that might come as a surprise to a lot of people.

Many people who have gum disease aren’t even aware they have it, so they don’t seek treatment. Not only does this ...

It may seem inconvenient to visit the dentist twice per year, especially when your teeth and mouth aren’t hurting or uncomfortable and your schedule is hectic. However, there are some important reasons you should visit your dentist every six months to achieve and maintain your oral health. Here are three of the most important goals. 

#1: Dentistry Focuses on Prevention

Unlike your ...

Although we don't like to discuss it, we've all had experiences with bad breath, or halitosis. The problem is that sometimes you may not be aware of it until it's affected your friends, family, or co-workers.

Having bad breath from time to time is completely normal, and it can be the result of what we're eating or drinking or habits like ...