Oral Surgery Recovery: Best Steps

Whether you need a tooth extraction, gum graft, or another kind of oral surgery procedure, it’s important that you follow certain steps to ensure a swift recovery. Although every situation and procedure are unique, the same general protocols can be applied. At Baxter Dental Group in Ballwin, MO, we aim to educate each patient on...

Preparing Your Child for Their First Dental Visit

Preparing Your Child for Their First Dental Visit A child’s first dentist appointment can be just as overwhelming for parents as it is for the toddler. However, dental visits early in life are critical for ensuring both healthy teeth and proper oral development. The earlier a child visits their dentist, the quicker they will become...

Your Teeth Don’t Have to Show Your Age

We can't stop aging, but we can make the best of what we already have. Looking after your skin and general appearance is one step. But what about your teeth? They are a revealing sign of aging, yet surprising things can be done today to reverse this process. How To Keep A Youthful Smile Teeth...

Demystifying Root Canal Treatment

Many people have a deep-seated fear of root canal (endodontic) treatment. They will say "not as bad as a root canal" as if it is one of the worst human experiences. Such fears are unfounded. In professional hands, root canal treatment is the best way to keep your natural teeth and preserve good dental health....

How To Relax In The Dentist’s Chair

If you're anything like me you'll feel varying degrees of anxiety when you find yourself sitting in the dentists chair, perhaps you can remember a specific incident from your childhood that brings back painful memories or maybe you don't like the sounds and smells involved. Being afraid of the dentist is nothing to be ashamed...

You And Your Dentist

Get The Most From Your Dental Visit Think of the relationship between you and your dentist as a partnership, your dentist can offer a range of dental treatment options for many oral health problems. Theses option will vary in complexity, durability and cost but working together, you can choose the treatment options that best suit your needs...