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Why This Patient Was Surprised By Her New Dental Bridge [VIDEO]

May 1, 2017

When Gina’s dental crown came off one morning, she went to Dr. Beck at Beck Dental Care in Columbia, TN. She was very emotional when she discovered the best solution was to get a

dental bridge

.

In today’s video blog, Gina tells about her experience in our office and why she was pleasantly surprised with the end results of her dental bridge from our professional, friendly staff.

For your restorative dental needs, trust our team at Beck Dental Care. Call us today at (931) 388-8452 or fill out our

online form

to schedule an appointment.

A Straight Smile In Six Months From Beck Dental Care [BLOG]

April 26, 2017

Most of the time, when you think about orthodontics, it takes you back to those teen years when all your friends at school wore traditional braces. And maybe you did, too. But the truth is, your teeth never really stop moving. So you might be an adult who has noticed slight shifting in your teeth over the last several years but thought your options in orthodontics were too limited. After all, what adult wants to walk around wearing traditional metal braces for all the world to see?

Call our Columbia, TN dental office today at (931) 388-8452 and ask about our treatment options in orthodontics. You can come in for an appointment to learn more about Six Month Smiles, a great option for adults looking for a faster, more discreet way to a straighter smile.

Why Six Month Smiles Is A Great Option For Adults

Traditional metal braces are still a highly effective solution for straightening crooked teeth and correcting bite alignment. That’s why it’s still the most popular choice with the teen demographic. When so many people in that age bracket are going through orthodontic treatment around the same time, it feels almost like a rite of passage. You know you’re not alone, and therefore, it’s fairly easy to deal with on a social level.

But when you’re an adult seeking orthodontic treatment, the idea of wearing traditional braces is far more awkward. Imagine walking into a boardroom surrounded by your professional colleagues with a mouth full of metal. Do you really want to be in that position for two to three years? Using valuable vacation or sick days for monthly dental visits all the while? The adjustments you’d have to make to your lifestyle as an adult make traditional braces a far less attractive option.

When you call our office to set up an appointment to start Six Month Smiles, you’ll be one step closer to straighter teeth, and you can reach the end of treatment before most people will probably even notice you were wearing braces in the first place.

If you need more reasons to consider this orthodontic method, keep reading!

Six Month Smiles Are More Discreet

As we said before, you’re an adult who shouldn’t have to worry about looking immature, especially in the workplace, just because you’re wearing braces. Traditional braces are more commonly associated with teens, so why walk around with all that metal in your mouth as a grown up?

Six Month Smiles is a great option for adults because they’re clear and more discreet. The clear brackets are held together with more natural-looking wires that match closely the color of your teeth. It’s a less noticeable orthodontic treatment than metal brackets and wires, so you won’t feel as self-conscious while wearing them.

Six Month Smiles Helps You Smile With Confidence

If your teeth are crooked or misaligned, you probably already feel self-conscious about your smile. So another great reason to choose Six Month Smiles from Beck Dental Care is knowing that when your treatment is over, you’ll have a straighter, more attractive smile. Every deserves to feel good about how they look, and with Six Month Smiles, you can restore the confidence you’ve been lacking for so long.

Call our office today to schedule an appointment. Our highly skilled team can help determine if Six Month Smiles is a viable orthodontic solution for you and your lifestyle.

Six Month Smiles Are Faster Than Traditional Braces

Since traditional braces straighten all your teeth, they can take a couple of years to properly position every last one of them. But as an adult, you don’t want to invest all the money, energy, and time going the traditional route straightening teeth people won’t even see. Six Month Smiles focuses on the gentle repositioning of the teeth you really only see when you smile, which is why it’s considered a short-term orthodontic solution.

Everyone’s needs are different, of course, but generally, Six Month Smiles can be completed in only six months. As an adult, you have way too many other things that demand your attention on a daily basis. You deserve to have straight teeth without needing to make all sorts of accommodations to fit treatment into your lifestyle.

Six Month Smiles Are Less Expensive Than Traditional Braces

With traditional braces, you’re looking at monthly visits for up to two or three years to keep up with tightening and positioning that treatment method requires. But with Six Month Smiles, you don’t have to worry about years worth of appointments that disrupt your work and home schedules. All those visits can add up and hurt your pocketbook, too. You have too many financial and familial responsibilities to mess with all that!

Come to Beck Dental Care in Columbia, TN and find out if Six Month Smiles is right for you! Call us today at (931) 388-8452 or fill out our

online form

to schedule an appointment.

Answers To Your Oral Health Questions [FAQ BLOG]

April 21, 2017

If you’re new to the Columbia, TN area and are looking for a trusted, experienced dental care provider, you’ve come to the right place! Today’s blog answers some of the most common questions we hear from prospective patients. Beck Dental Care has been serving the community for decades, and in the last five years, residents have voted us the best dental practice in the county.

Keep reading to find out more about what to consider when choosing a dentist and what sets our practice apart. Then give us a call at (931) 388-8452 or fill out our convenient

online form

to schedule your next dental checkup!

  1. What if I’m too afraid to go to the dentist?

At Beck Dental Care, we see patients all the time who experience various levels of dental anxiety. We also know that it can affect people of all ages. One of our biggest challenges in protecting the oral health of the good citizens of the Columbia community is helping them understand the importance of overcoming their

dental anxiety

.

Fearing the dentist to the point where you skip regular cleanings and exams can put you at greater risk for cavities, tooth decay, gum disease, and ultimately, tooth loss. This is what we want to help our patients avoid. That’s why we go out of our way to make you feel as comfortable as possible when you come to our Columbia dental office.

We offer options in

sedation dentistry

that can help you stay relaxed while receiving treatment, no matter your level of fear or anxiety. You can choose from nitrous oxide, oral sedation, or IV sedation to suit your needs depending on the length and complexity of your treatment plan. Our team of professionals are highly trained in sedation techniques so that you and everyone in your family receive the dental care needed to achieve their best oral health.

  1. If I’m not experiencing pain or any other kind of dental problems, do I really have to see a dentist?

While it’s good that you’re not experiencing any noticeable symptoms of oral health issues, there are still some dental problems that aren’t as easy to detect unless you’re one of our trained professionals.

The early stage of gum disease, or gingivitis, for example, can creep up on you slowly over a period of time. If left undiagnosed, it can advance to a point where you risk tooth loss and more serious overall health problems.

Our skilled hygienists are specially trained to spot the signs of gum disease and to treat it effectively. That’s why it’s important to keep up with your routine dental checkups in our office. Along with that, you’ll want to make sure good oral hygiene is a priority in your household. Brush twice daily with a soft bristle toothbrush. Floss your teeth once a day to remove food particles and other debris from in between your teeth and gums.

  1.  Why should I bring my family to Beck Dental Care?

Our team wants to give every patient personalized, comfortable dental care. As a thank you for trusting your family’s oral health to Beck Dental Care, we often will offer

specials and promotions

to our patients. For example, if you’re coming to us for the first time, you’ll receive a free dental cleaning and exam and a free digital X-ray.

We also do all we can to provide comfort options in our office, which are especially helpful for those with dental anxiety like we mentioned earlier. You can enjoy your favorite TV show and relax with a cozy blanket and pillow while in the dentist’s chair, for example. Whatever it takes to give you a stress-free dental experience, our warm, caring staff is here to help you.

And we don’t just stop there. Our office houses the latest in advanced digital technology in order to serve our patients efficiently because we care about your oral health and your time.

When it comes to maintaining a healthy smile, our team is one you can count on!

Trust your family’s oral health to our team at Beck Dental Care in Columbia, TN. Call us today at (931) 388-8452 or fill out our

online form

to schedule an appointment.

Smile Makeover: Change Your Smile, Change Your Life [BLOG]

April 16, 2017

When you think of a makeover, you probably imagine all the many ways you can change your overall look. A new diet and exercise regimen has transformed your body, so naturally, you get a new wardrobe. Maybe you trade in your long, brown locks for a blonde, stylish new bob. You treated yourself to a facial and finally took the time to get a professional makeup application at the local department store cosmetic counter.

But one of the things you probably didn’t picture anywhere in that imaginary makeover was changing your smile. And why not?

Too often, we tend to just accept the things we don’t like about our teeth. You might think you’re too old for traditional braces, so you can forget about having the straight teeth you always wanted. Or the years of drinking coffee and red wine have left your teeth a brownish yellow instead of sparkly white. But those OTC whitening strips don’t really work, so you live with the stains. And then there’s the way your top teeth are all slightly out of sync in terms of length and shape. But it’s not like you can just file them all down to give them a uniformed look, so what other choice do you have but to just accept it?

This way of thinking may sound pretty familiar, but your Columbia, TN dental office wants you to know that you don’t have to just accept it! If there are things you don’t like about your smile, then why not change it with a

smile makeover

at Beck Dental Care?

Today’s blog is all about how you

can

, in fact, makeover your smile and how it can change your life!

Improving Your Smile Gives You Confidence

We all understand what it feels like to be embarrassed about our appearance. You’ve pulled up to your office building to start a long work day only to discover you have a coffee stain all down the front of your blouse. Or you can remember those first few years of marriage when you put on what you affectionately refer to as “happy weight.” You didn’t want to feel self-conscious anymore about those extra pounds, so you started eating a healthier diet and spent several evenings a week in the gym, and soon enough, that weight came off.

Face it, we’ve all been there. But what we don’t all share is the same duration of these embarrassments. For some people, you suffer for just a few months or maybe just a day, and whatever you didn’t like about your appearance was improved relatively quickly. There was some kind of light at the end of that dark, awful tunnel of paranoia and insecurity.

But for others, things they don’t like about their appearance aren’t always so easily corrected. The problems are not so temporary. Things that changes in diet, physical activity, or time just won’t improve.

So when you’re embarrassed about flaws and imperfections in your smile, you can spend years feeling insecure. Thinking you can’t do anything about it only makes you feel worse. But with a smile makeover, you can have the smile you’ve always wanted and the confidence you’ve been missing. Just think about how much your quality of life would improve if you didn’t have to carry around that heavy burden of insecurity all the time! A smile makeover can help lift that burden off your shoulders once and for all.

Making Over Your Smile Can Benefit You Professionally And Personally

An unfortunate truth about appearances is… they matter. We’re not supposed to judge people based on how they look, but we do. And in some respects, it makes sense. In a professional setting, for example, it’s hard to take someone’s ideas seriously if they don’t seem to take themselves seriously. If you look like a mess while trying to pitch an idea to your colleagues, subordinates, or supervisors, you’re not going to effectively make your case. Why? They’re going to be too distracted by your disheveled appearance to be able to really hear your ideas.

But when you look like you take pride in how you present yourself to others, people will assume you take equal pride in your work. That’s how a confident, attractive smile can help you professionally by adding to your level of credibility.

On a more personal level, a beautiful smile is one of the things we notice first when we meet new people. Confidence is an attractive quality, and a smile makeover can eliminate the lack of confidence that’s been holding you back romantically.

Is your smile holding you back from living the life you deserve? Consider a smile makeover from Beck Dental Care in Columbia, TN. Call us today at (931) 388-8452 or fill out our

online form

to schedule a consultation.

The Wonder of Cosmetic Dentistry [Photo]

April 11, 2017

Cosmetic dentistry at Beck Dental Care is one of the best choices you can make for the appearance of your smile. Our amazing dental team can turn almost any negative part of your smile into a positive. Whether you need

dental veneers

,

teeth whitening

, or want to straighten

crooked teeth

discreetly, Beck Dental Care can help you. Call our office at (931) 388-8452 to start remaking your smile today. You can use our online form to

schedule an appointment

as well.

The Key to a Great Smile [Photo]

April 6, 2017

Helping every member of your

family

have a healthy, bright smile is our primary goal here at Beck Dental Care in Columbia, TN. Whether your family needs

dental cleanings and exams

, cavity protection, or even athletic mouthguards for the athletes in your group, our skilled dental team will make sure every smile is taken care of the right way. Call our office today at (931) 388-8452 to schedule your family’s dental care, or use our

online form

to set up a time to come into the office.

The Secret of Dental Implants [Infographic]

April 1, 2017

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Dental implants

from Beck Dental Care in Columbia, TN are a great option when you need to rebuild your lost smile. With unsurpassed levels of stability, an amazingly natural look, and durability that is unlike anything else, dental implants are the right choice for you. Call our office today at (931) 388-8452 to schedule a visit, or use our online form to

schedule your appointment

as well.

The How-to Guide to Beating Dental Anxiety [Blog]

March 23, 2017

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Are you worried about going to the dentist? Does the thought of sitting in that chair cause fear and anxiety to well up inside you? Don’t be afraid. Beck Dental Care in Columbia, TN has been helping people just like you for over 40 years now. Helping our patients manage and even beat their dental anxiety is something we have gotten very good at over the years.

Our experienced dental team is able to make sure you feel at ease while you are getting your needed dental treatment. Regardless of the current state of your smile, regular dental care is an absolute must, and we will help you get it in comfort. Call our office today at (931) 388-8452 to talk to a member of our caring dental staff and find out how we can take the fear out of your dental care.  

Fast Facts About Dental Anxiety

Here are some quick facts about

dental anxiety

that may help you put your situation into perspective:

  • You’re Not Alone –

    There are more people than you may think suffering from the same anxiety you have. In fact, the number is estimated to be between 30 and 40 million. Even on the low end, that is more than the populations of the top 10 cities in the U.S. combined.

  • Common Causes of Anxiety –

    There are four main causes of dental anxiety:

  1. Fear of Pain
  2. Helpless Feeling in the Dental Chair
  3. Embarrassed by the State of Their Smile
  4. Bad Past Experiences at the Dentist
  • Ranges of Dental Fear –

    There are varying degrees of dental anxiety, and while the dental team at Beck Dental Care is sensitive to all of them, the most concerning to us are the severe cases. That’s because these people will neglect their smile before seeking treatment, not realizing there is help.

How to Beat Dental Anxiety

Beck Dental Care has a simple three-step method to help you address your dental anxiety and gain control over it.

  • Figure Out the Source –

    Was it a bad experience when you were a child? Did you feel pain but the dentist did not listen to you? Do you feel panicked when you are in the dental chair because you expect a guilt trip? Wherever your fear comes from, find it.

  • Talk to Someone –

    Once you figure out where the fear comes from, talk to someone you trust about it, like one of our staff. Make sure it’s someone who doesn’t suffer from dental anxiety themselves. That would be like celebrating your getting in shape with a trip to a buffet.

  • Get to the Dental Office –

    The final step in the process is to go to the dentist – even if it is just to talk about your dental fear. Our dental team has seen every kind of person come into our office. We can help you, too. We will explain the procedures, talk about how they have changed since the last time you were in the dental chair, offer a longer appointment, and reassure you about how we can improve your smile, no matter its condition.

Dental Sedation Can Help

Beck Dental Care has practical tools to help you, from comfort options like blankets to modern technology that makes diagnosis and treatment much more comfortable than in days past.

Dental sedation

is also a great way to take the edge off your nerves and make getting a better, beautiful smile possible.

  • Nitrous Oxide –

    This is a light, inhaled sedative that will take the scare out of your dental care. You will remain conscious but calm for the treatment, and the sedative wears off fast following your procedure. This way, you can drive yourself to and from your appointment.

  • Oral Sedation –

    Oral sedation is a pill. You need to show up about an hour before your appointment to take the medication and let it work its way into your system. This is a heavier form of sedation than nitrous; you may doze off but will not totally fall asleep. You will need some time following your treatment for the medication to filter through your system, so get someone to drive you to and from your dental appointment.

  • IV Sedation –

    If you just want the work done and absolutely no memory of it, IV sedation is for you. You will fall asleep during your procedure and will not feel a thing. You will feel the effects of the sedation for several hours after you wake up, so again, a ride home is needed.

Let Beck Dental Care Help You Get and Keep a Healthy Smile

Call us today at (931) 388-8452 to find out how we can help you manage your dental anxiety and take better care of your smile. You can use our

online form

to schedule your appointment as well. The caring team at Beck Dental Care will make sure you are calm, comfortable, and collected during your dentist appointment.  

Repair Your Damaged Smile with Restorative Dentistry [Blog]

March 18, 2017

Beck Dental Care in Columbia, TN has dedicated decades to helping the people in our community regain the use of their mouth and repair their damaged teeth.

Restorative dentistry

can fix your smile and give you back the wonderful, healthy teeth you deserve.

You may suffer from tooth decay, cracked or broken teeth, or even have a tooth that is missing. Dr. Beck and Dr. Hart have 40-plus years of experience helping people just like you. Call our Columbia, TN dental office today at (931) 388-8452 to set up a time to come in for your dental care.  

Restorative Dentistry Solutions in Columbia, TN

When considering getting restorative dental work done, it is important to know what your options are. Here are some of the restorative dentistry services available at Beck Dental Care, and what each service helps to correct.

  • Tooth Fillings –Tooth decay literally eats away at your teeth, and the further it progresses, the more of your tooth it consumes. The good news is that we can remove your tooth decay. The bad news is that removing it leaves a void in your tooth.

The restorative dental experts at Beck Dental Care have you covered. We will fill the void with a composite resin filling to restore the look of your tooth and protect it from further damage. Our dental team matches your tooth-colored filling to the color of your tooth exactly. This leaves your smile looking natural, healthy, and wonderful.  

  • Root Canals

    The inner part of your tooth is home to your tooth nerve and a spongy substance, called pulp, that is meant to protect the nerve from damage. Sometimes, the pulp or your nerve, or both, get infected. When that happens, the only way to save your tooth from being removed is to remove the infected nerve and pulp. A root canal is how we do that.

Now, we know that root canals have been hailed as the worst of all dental treatments, but that is simply not true at our office. Root canal treatment saves the life of your tooth, relieves your pain, and saves you from tooth extraction. Beck Dental Care is able to give you a completely painless root canal that will restore your tooth to a useful state and keep your smile full.

  • Dental Crowns and Bridges

    Cracked and broken teeth will certainly affect your smile. A cracked tooth is only a small accident away from getting broken, and a broken tooth is a dental emergency. Getting the care you need from a dental team that can handle the situation, like Beck Dental Care, is important.

Our dental crowns are amazingly effective at fixing your damaged teeth, but they are also crucial to anchoring dental bridges and refilling your smile. The dental experts at Beck Dental Care offer three types of crown materials and will make sure your custom dental crown or bridge is suited to your situation. Your smile will be whole and functional again with care from the Beck Dental Care team.

  • Dental Implants

    Sometimes teeth may too damaged to save. In those cases, dental implants can give you back everything you have lost with your real teeth. You get the same level of stability, the natural look, and the durability to make sure they last a lifetime. We use special 3D digital technology to plan your procedure as precisely as possible.

  • Dental Veneers

    We know what you’re thinking – dental veneers are a cosmetic dentistry solution, right? What you may not know is that they have restorative value as well. Dental veneers are able to not only fix the appearance of a chipped or cracked tooth but also stabilize the tooth to protect it from breaking. If you have a cracked tooth, check out the top-of-the-line dental veneer solutions at Beck Dental Care – your smile will look like new!

Your Smile Can Be as Good as New with Restorative Dentistry

Contact Beck Dental Care at (931) 388-8452 to find out how we can help you repair your damaged smile with restorative dentistry. Restorative dentistry from the expert dental team at Beck Dental Care will rejuvenate your smile and have you looking better than ever before.

Welcome to the Beck Dental Care Blog

March 13, 2017

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The Beck Dental Care blog is a place for you to come and read practical, helpful, and fun advice about how to take care of your smile. For the past 40-plus years, our Columbia, TN dental office has been providing helpful advice for our patients, and now have a way of reaching even more people. Take a moment to see what we have to offer you as a patient of Beck Dental Care, then call us at [phone] to schedule your appointment today.

Expert, Comprehensive, Compassionate Dental Care

  • Expert Dental Care – Our learning didn’t end when we walked across the stage with our degrees. We all invest hundreds of hours each year to continuing education to ensure we are up to date with all the latest advances in dental technology, techniques, and treatments.
  • Extensive List of Dental Services – What good is a dentist if they have to send you somewhere else to get treated? Beck Dental Care has an expanded list of dental treatments available in one place to make it possible for us to treat every patient who walks in our door. Get the care you need from the dentist you trust in the office you’re familiar with. We have extended hours for busy adults and kids, too.
  • Caring and Compassionate Dental Staff – Our dental staff is second to none when it comes to the level of care, concern, and compassion they show you while you are spending time with us. Enjoy a level of comfort you never expected at the dentist here at Beck Dental Care.

Trust Your Smile to the Best Dental Practice in Columbia, TN

Call us at [phone] to set up your appointment with our award-winning Columbia, TN dentists. You can also use our online form to schedule your appointment. Our dental team is here to help you and yours have bright and healthy smiles for a lifetime.

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