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The ABC’s Of Good Oral Health! [INFOGRAPHIC]

August 6, 2017

Now that the kids are going back to school, we thought it was the perfect time to remind them about how to maintain good oral health!

At Beck Dental Care, we offer

preventive dental treatments

to help everyone in your family achieve a healthy, beautiful smile. Here’s an infographic you can share with the littles in your household to help them start good oral hygiene habits early.

Bring the family to our Columbia, TN dental office for a routine checkup! Call us today at (931) 388-8452 or fill out our

online form

to schedule an appointment.

Be A Part Of Our Family At Beck Dental Care [VIDEO]

August 1, 2017

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With a new school year just around the corner, we want you to know who you can trust for your family’s healthy smiles.

Beck Dental Care can meet the

dental needs

of everyone in your family. Hear more about why we love serving the families of the Columbia, TN area in this video message from our own Dr. Oates.

Trust your family’s oral health to Beck Dental Care! Call us today at (931) 388-8452 or fill out our

online form

to schedule an appointment.

It’s All About Results For This Dental Crown Patient [VIDEO]

July 26, 2017

Have you ever changed something about your appearance that your family and friends couldn’t quite put their finger on? They tell you they notice something different, but they just aren’t sure what it is…

This is what one of our patients experienced after his restorative dental work from our Columbia, TN office.

When Bill needed lasting solutions for his dental problems, he trusted Beck Dental Care. Hear Bill talk about his

dental crowns

and how his restored smile had his family and friends scratching their heads wondering what it was that suddenly made him look years younger!

Come to Beck Dental Care for lasting dental solutions! Call us today at (931) 388-8452 or fill out our

online form

to schedule an appointment.

5 Common Reasons For A Full-Mouth Reconstruction [BLOG]

July 21, 2017

Some problems come with easy solutions. If you spill your coffee in the morning, you clean it up. When you discover you’re completely out of shampoo, you go to the store and buy some more. The tire on your bike is getting a bit low, you fill it back up so it’s good for the next time you need it.

When you face several problems all at the same time, it can feel sort of overwhelming. As with any problem, though, you simply have to outline a plan of attack and knock out each with a solution one by one.

That’s exactly how our team at Beck Dental Care approaches a

full-mouth reconstruction

. We look at your all of your dental problems and then design a plan to get your smile and your oral health back to where it needs to be.

Is a full-mouth reconstruction the solution to your dental problems? We’re looking at some of the most common reasons patients might need to use this restorative problem solver!

Common Reason #1 – You’re Embarrassed By Your Smile.

Everyone deserves to have a smile that makes them happy and confident. But when your teeth have been damaged because of decay, disease, infection, neglect, or an injury, it’s really hard to feel that way. You might also be ashamed at how stained your teeth have become after years of dark foods, drinks, or bad habits.

Whatever the cause of your embarrassment, a full-mouth reconstruction can repair damage and remove stains so your teeth will not only function well again, but look great again.

Common Reason #2 – You Have One Or More Missing Teeth.

Problem one of the most common reasons we offer full-mouth reconstruction is because of missing teeth, or teeth that are in danger of falling out. We’re living longer than our teeth were made for, all thanks to advances in technology, the field of medicine, and a growing knowledge about proper nutrition. So as we get older, we’re more at risk for losing our teeth anyway. Also thanks to modern technology, you can use dental implants to replace missing teeth. But there are other reasons people lose their teeth, and they don’t have anything to do with age.

You might have one or more teeth knocked out because of some kind of accident or injury. You  may also have suffered from one of the leading causes of tooth loss in this country, and that’s gum disease.

Regardless of how you got there, replacing your missing teeth is a must, and that’s where a full-mouth reconstruction can save your smile.

Common Reason #3 – Eating And Chewing Has Become Painful.

Eating should be an enjoyable experience. It’s certainly not enjoyable for you if it hurts when you chew! If that’s the case, your dietary choices will inevitably be affected. You’ll avoid many nutritionally dense foods in exchange for softer foods that are easier to eat without all the pain and discomfort.

The pain could from tooth sensitivity to things that are too hot or too cold, damage to your tooth’s root, oral infections, or just cavities that haven’t been treated. By getting to the cause of your pain, a full-mouth reconstruction gets you back to eating pain-free.

Common Reason #4 – You Experience Pain On Some Level All The Time.

If you’re experiencing pain on a fairly consistent basis rather than just when you eat, it’s definitely a sign that something is wrong. Pain is never a good thing and should be checked out by a dental professional like Dr. Beck. He can help determine what’s causing your constant pain, whether it’s a decayed or infected tooth, gum disease, or you need a root canal. With a full-mouth reconstruction, Dr. Beck and our skilled team can then either repair the problem going on with the tooth, or replace the tooth entirely.

Common Reason #5 – You Want A Better Looking Smile For An Event.

If feeling embarrassed about your smile’s appearance or pain wasn’t enough of a motivator to fix your smile, sometimes all it takes it a very special event. No one wants to be seen by a lot of people, whether it’s at a class reunion or a loved one’s wedding, with a smile that looks unhealthy and unattractive. So sometimes, a full-mouth reconstruction that transforms a person’s overall health and appearance was motivated by a special event!

Find out if a full-mouth reconstruction is the right solution to your dental problems at Beck Dental Care. Call us today at (931) 388-8452 or fill out our

online form

to schedule a consultation.

Get A Whiter Smile For Your Summer Wedding [BLOG]

July 16, 2017

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From the time you were a little girl, you’ve fantasized about getting married. You may have even thrown on one of your mom’s dresses and pair of heels, and picked some flowers from the backyard to use as your bouquet.

As you got older, you may have given up on playing dress-up, but your dreams of being a bride remained. Now that your dream is finally becoming a reality, it’s time to finalize those wedding plans!

With so much to do, from ordering the cake, to mailing that last invitation, to saying yes to the dress, there’s one more detail you need to put on your checklist.

That’s an appointment for

professional teeth whitening

at Beck Dental Care! A beautifully white smile is the perfect accessory for your picture perfect day, and we’re excited to offer it to you!

Why A Beautiful Smile Is A Must For Your Wedding

Few days in a person’s life are as important than their wedding day. So, naturally, you everything to be just right. Here are just a few reasons why you want you and your groom to their absolute best on this day especially:

Reason 1 – You want to look good for the person you love most! Walking down the aisle and seeing each other for the first time is a moment you’ll want to cherish for the rest of your life. Of course you’ll want to look beautiful!

Reason 2 – This isn’t just a time to look great for each other, but everyone you care about the most is going to be there celebrating the day with you. All eyes will be on you and the groom from morning until night. You’ll want to look your best!

Reason 3 – Can you think of another life event that warrants the taking of photos and videos quite as much as your wedding day? You’ll be spending a lot of money on a photographer, not to mention everyone walking around with a smartphone is also a photographer and videographer, so your smile will be captured many times throughout the day. You want a beautiful smile you can feel good about as you look back at those moments for years to come.

You want everything about your wedding day to sparkle. Why not make your smile one of them? This is a day you’ve dreamt about since you were a little girl, so now is your chance to do all you can to be at your most stunning!

Say “I Do” To Professional Teeth Whitening Treatment

You’ve gone to the trouble of scanning Pinterest for months finding the perfect hairstyle for your big day. And you’ve probably booked a makeup artist to help you look perfect. You’ll want a brighter, whiter smile to complete your bridal look.

Teeth whitening treatment at Beck Dental Care offers professional strength take-home treatments that can have you smiling brighter than you ever have.

Get Whiter Teeth In A Hurry!

In our Columbia, TN dental office, you can have dramatic results in as little as one week! You’ll already have the take-home tray with you and can choose when or when not to use them, depending on the results you’re after.

Get Whiter Teeth According To Your Schedule!

Our teeth whitening kits are perfect for the busy bride on the go! You have too many tiny little details to worry about at a time like this. We give you the trays and the whitening gel to take home, and the rest is up to you! If there’s a time of day that’s better than others, then go for it! No appointments or wait times, just the convenience of your own home at your own pace.

Get Whiter Teeth Without The Expense!

Maybe you’ve spent a little too much and have gone a little over budget for the big day. That’s another benefit of trusting your whiter smile to us. Beck Dental Care gives you affordable whitening treatment that makes a big difference without having to break the bank!

Get a whiter, brighter, more beautiful smile for your wedding! Call us today at (931) 388-8452 or fill out our

online form

to schedule an appointment.

Prevent Dental Problems One Day At A Time [BLOG]

July 11, 2017

Beck Dental Care wants every patient who comes into our Columbia, TN office to achieve a healthy smile. Dr. Beck and the rest of our team do all we can to make sure you have high quality dental care, plenty of treatment options, and the knowledge to make the best decision for your healthy teeth and gums.

But we aren’t the only ones who can help you achieve your best oral health. You are an integral part in that endeavor. It’s a responsibility we share together, and our team is happy to help you in every way we can.

One of the ways we can do that is with today’s blog post! We’re talking about how you and our Columbia dental team can work together to help

prevent dental problems

before they become serious oral and overall health issues.

Let’s look at how you can prevent problems with your smile every single day and how we are here to help you do it!

Prevention Starts At Home

Everyone can and should be in control of their oral and overall health. Good oral hygiene is one of the ways you’re in the driver’s seat of your smile every single day. The ADA, American Dental Association, suggests a hygiene regimen to ensure a healthy mouth.

First, you should brush your teeth twice a day with an ADA approved, soft-bristle toothbrush. They also suggest brushing your teeth for two minutes each time. How would you time yourself in a way that was fast and easy? Maybe it’s your smartphone timer? Maybe it’s by playing your favorite song while you brush?

Second, the ADA tells us to floss once daily. Studies have shown, shockingly, that only one in five people claim to floss each day. That’s pretty surprising considering how important it is to your healthy teeth and gums.

Flossing does what a toothbrush can’t. It dislodges food particles from smaller, hard to reach places in your mouth. You can do this in the morning, at night, before you brush, or even after you brush. The point is that you do it at least once.

An added habit that will help prevent dental problems caused by harmful bacteria and plaque buildup is to carry plastic flossers so you can floss on the go after a meal.

These are simple, but incredibly valuable ways to prevent problems with your teeth and your oral health overall.

Prevention Also Happens In The Dentist’s Chair

Beck Dental Care is here for you! That’s why we offer a variety of preventive dental treatments you can take advantage of on your next visit.

And speaking of your next visit, we should start by reminding you about how essential it is for you to make sure to schedule a dental cleaning and exam at least twice a year. Cleaning your mouth of plaque, tartar buildup, and harmful bacteria requires the professional eye and the professional tools we have here at Beck Dental Care.

You don’t always show signs of gum disease when you have it. That’s why it’s important to let us catch it, and other oral health issues, early enough so we can treat them before they become more serious.

But we go further than that in our Columbia dental office! You can take advantage of dental services that try to help you achieve good oral health from every angle, such as

-Dental Sealants

-Fluoride Treatments

-Athletic Mouthguards

-Mouthguards For Teeth Grinding

When you come in for your routine dental checkup, be sure to ask about our preventive treatments. Dr. Beck and our team can help you figure out what might be right for you and for your lifestyle. If you’re involved in competitive or recreational sports, for example, and athletic mouthguard are a great way to prevent injuries to your teeth, lips, and the soft tissue of your gums and cheeks.

Beck Dental Care Is Happy To Help YOU!

Call us today at (931) 388-8452 or fill out our

online form

to schedule an appointment for a dental cleaning and exam. Be sure to ask about our other dental services that will help you in the daily fight against oral health problems for your best smile!

Get A Smile Worth Celebrating This July! [PHOTO]

July 6, 2017

From teeth whitening to dental veneers, you’re sure to find just the right cosmetic procedure in our Columbia, TN dental office to give you a smile worth celebrating!

The proof is right here in today’s before and after photo of one of our satisfied patients. Our highly-skilled dentists at Beck Dental Care can beautify your smile this summer with artistry and craftsmanship.

See which of our cosmetic treatments will work for you! Come to Beck Dental Care. Call us today at (931) 388-8452 or fill out our

online form

to schedule a consultation.

Celebrate Freedom From Dental Anxiety [INFOGRAPHIC]

July 1, 2017

One of the reasons to love July is because this is the month we get to celebrate our independence. At Beck Dental Care, we want you to know there’s another kind of freedom you can celebrate this summer, too!

In our Columbia, TN dental office, we offer a variety of options in

sedation dentistry

that can all help you gain freedom from your

fear of the dentist

once and for all! Take a look at today’s infographic to see how oral and IV sedation can help you.

Celebrate freedom from dental fear at Beck Dental Care. Call us today at (931) 388-8452 or fill out our

online form

to schedule an appointment.

Sedation: The Superhero Of Dentistry [BLOG]

June 26, 2017

Summer isn’t just about getting outside and soaking up the fresh air and sunshine. It’s also the season for movie blockbusters. This is a fairly recent phenomenon that’s widely attributed to Will Smith’s wildly successful breakout movies that opened in theatres during the summer months in the early years of his film career.

Movies like Independence Day and Men In Black paved the way for ensuing summer blockbusters throughout the last couple of decades that involve heroic characters fighting off all kinds of villains, both realistic and fantastical.

So summer entertainment is punctuated by a celebrated idea of the victorious superhero. And that’s what inspires today’s blog from our team at Beck Dental Care!

We offer a variety of options in

sedation dentistry

, and we thought it was important to talk about what makes sedation a superhero in dentistry and a powerful, transformative tool for our patients.

The Power To Reclaim Your Health

The purpose of sedation is to help patients feel relaxed during medical procedures, which is a wonderful thing because, as we’re sure you’ll agree, undergoing medical treatment no matter how simple or complicated isn’t the most fun way to spend our time!

Since everyone’s level of fear and anxiety varies from person to person, it’s really helpful when a dentist can offer options to suit your needs for feeling comfortable. That’s why we offer nitrous oxide, oral sedation, and IV sedation. Depending on your dental needs, you can choose the sedation method that will work best for you.

Why is this important? It’s important because you might be so fearful of going to the dentist that you avoid routine dental cleanings and exams. Good oral hygiene at home is important, but on its own, it’s not enough to help you avoid gum disease, for example. You need a skilled dental professional with the knowledge and equipment to properly diagnose and successfully treat gum disease in all its various stages.

Sedation options have the power to get your oral health back on track because it gives you the courage to get the dental treatment you need to in order to get and stay healthy.

The Power To Boost Your Confidence

Your physical health is important, no doubt about it. But that’s not to suggest that your emotional and psychological health aren’t equally important. Take stress, for example. Some studies suggest that as much as 80%, if not more, of chronic health problems can be traced back to stress. That’s a pretty powerful claim, but if it’s true, we have to then assume your state of mind has a direct connection to your physical well-being.

So then it’s valuable to talk about the impact a low level of self-confidence can have on your life. If you think about all the ways insecurity and self-consciousness affect your actions, it makes perfect sense! When you’re embarrassed by the problems with your smile, you’ll let it keep you from pursuing what you want out of life.

You might avoid opportunities such as going after a promotion, making friends with new and interesting people, or even taking a risk with a romantic relationship. All of these pursuits can add value and meaning to your life, but without the confidence to go after them, they will inevitably remain always out of reach.

Sedation dentistry helps you not only have a healthy mouth, but it can help you take that next step in getting the cosmetic dental work you might need to transform your smile. If you have the courage to undergo cosmetic procedures, imagine how beautiful your smile could be and what that might do to boost your self-confidence!

Beck Dental Care Can Help You

If you’re ready to have your healthiest, most beautiful smile, then it’s time to explore our options in sedation dentistry at Beck Dental Care! Our team of caring professionals is ready to help you figure out which sedation method will work best for you so that you can finally enjoy your best life. Sedation is a powerful tool, and it’s within your reach right in our Columbia dental office!

Call us today at (931) 388-8452 or fill out our

online form

to schedule an appointment.

Start Six Month Smiles Now For A Straight Holiday Smile [BLOG]

June 21, 2017

Summer is barely upon us, so it may seem strange to already start talking about the holidays. Warmth, sunshine, sipping ice cold refreshing drinks while sitting poolside as the kids splash around… this is the kind of scenario at the forefront of our minds. Not jingle bells, Jack Frost, twinkling lights, and crowded shopping malls.

But if you’re an adult who has ever wished you had straight teeth, it’s the perfect time to start thinking about the holiday season! That’s because at Beck Dental Care, we offer an orthodontic treatment that is ideal for adults who want a cosmetic solution to their crooked smile in much less time it would take for traditional braces.

That solution is

Six Month Smiles

, and it may be the perfect orthodontic option to get your smile picture perfect for your holiday party lineup! Call our Columbia, TN dental office today to get started on your six month journey and give yourself the gift of a beautiful smile this Christmas.

Then check out the gifts that a treatment like Six Month Smiles can give you!

Six Month Smiles Gives The Gift Of Confidence

Everyone loves a good party, especially around the holidays! But if you’re someone who is embarrassed about your smile, an invitation to a special event, whether it’s a date, a Christmas or New Year’s party, or just a fun night out with friends to enjoy the festive season, is no reason to celebrate!

It’s actually the opposite, in fact. You feel two opposing emotions, one of longing and one of dread. On one hand, you’d love to go out and enjoy yourself. On the other hand, you just dread the thought of spending an entire evening feeling self-conscious and putting forth all that effort and energy into hiding your smile because of crooked or gapped teeth.

With the help of Six Month Smiles, you can have an attractive, confident smile that makes you want to get out there and show yourself off! You’ll love your new and improved, straight smile and will excitedly embrace all those holiday invites without feeling conflicted.

Six Month Smiles Gives The Gift Of Comfort

One of the things that makes Six Month Smiles unique in the world of orthodontics, besides the duration of treatment, is that it only focuses on the teeth that show when you smile. This means you don’t have to deal with braces on your back molars that can sometimes cause discomfort.

These braces also give you peace of mind. What we mean is that because they use clear braces and tooth-colored wires, you can feel more comfortable wearing them for a few months knowing that most people will hardly notice you’re undergoing orthodontic treatment at all!

Six Month Smiles Gives The Gift Of Time

As the name implies, Six Month Smiles is a huge time saver! Traditional braces can take anywhere from two to three years, so six months is a far more convenient option for adults who have waited long enough to have a smile they love. You’re ready to move on and start enjoying life free from the emotional distress you experience when you’re embarrassed to smile.

So if you get started now, you can skip the long treatment and years worth of maintenance appointments to get them tightened and have a straight, beautiful smile before you can say Merry Christmas!

Six Month Smiles Is A Gift For Your Wallet

You may be surprised to learn that Six Month Smiles is an affordable orthodontic treatment comparable to traditional metal braces, and even more affordable than the clear aligner therapies currently on the market.

So not only are you getting your money’s worth in a shorter amount of time, you can still get the smile you’ve always wanted without breaking the bank as the holiday shopping season approaches!

While you’re planning your days of fun in the sun, make sure you add a visit to Beck Dental Care somewhere on your to-do list soon! We’re excited to help you start your six month journey for a sensational new holiday smile!

Call us today at (931) 388-8452 or fill out our

online form

to schedule an appointment.

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