Patient Education
The only thing more surprising than the number of people who have a chronic sleep disorder (about 40 million Americans, according to the…
Dentures can make a dramatic difference in your life. You’ll be able to again show off a smile filled with teeth and eat more than just soft…
If needles are one of the things that make you anxious about visiting the dentist, you’ll want to choose sedation without needles at 1st in…
Later this month many of us will put on masks that completely alter our appearance – making us look like anything from a scary demon to a…
A brighter smile is an easy confidence booster, which is especially nice considering we’re just starting one of the busiest social seasons of…
Sure, cavities can damage your teeth. Good thing you know how to prevent them, with daily brushing and flossing, and regular dental cleanings in…
Teeth grinding is a habit that many people tolerate because they think it’s nothing more than an annoyance. Yet it can do some serious damage…
At 1st in Smiles, many of our patients have been seeing Dr. Rick Barfield for years and now bring their children to see him as well. Like Joe, a…
As your dentist, it pains us to tell you that some of your favorite snacks are bad for teeth. Fortunately, it’s fairly easy to find…
Sedation has changed the way many of our patients feel about dental care. Whether you experience mild anxiety or full-fledged fear in the dental…