For someone who struggles with dental anxiety, even a routine dental exam can be stressful. This is a real issue that interferes with many people’s access to quality oral health care. If you are staying away from the dentist’s office because of your anxieties around treatment, you can have a more difficult time protecting yourself […]
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Is your smile really as healthy as you think it is? You may not realize it, but a cavity may have already formed, which means the tooth’s health will worsen until an infection forms. If this occurs, advanced treatment will be necessary to save the tooth and stop any problems you might experience, like tooth […]
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If you want to avoid problems with tooth decay and gum disease, you need to focus on preventing the accumulation of tartar on your teeth. Tartar forms when plaque deposits that have built up have hardened on your teeth. That can occur in a shorter time than you anticipate, which is why consistency is important […]
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If you have gone more than six months without a dental checkup, you should take care to book your next one. Unless you are told by your dentist to follow a different timeline, you should be consistent with semiannual dental exams. When you stay on top of this routine, you receive consistent protection against problems […]
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How long has it been since you visited at dental office and had your teeth cleaned? If you have gone an extended period of time without this service, but have stayed consistent with brushing and flossing, you may feel that you have not missed out on anything since your last appointment. What you should note […]
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Even if you feel total comfort in the dentist’s chair during a routine dental exam, you may feel some unease upon learning that you need restorative dental work. Our Prairie Village, KS dentist’s office is prepared to help those who feel unease – even those who struggle from dental anxiety – to feel relaxed during […]
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At your regular dental exams, your Prairie Village, KS dentist will share more than just whether or not you have a cavity that must be treated. These visits are meant to help patients stay on top of their oral health needs. With that in mind, your dentist is able to discuss possible issues with gum […]
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If your goal is to stay on top of your oral health needs, the actions you take from one day to the next will be important. Few actions are as closely linked to oral hygiene as brushing your teeth. While frequent, thorough brushing helps, brushing with too much force may have unintended consequences. By moving […]
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The gradual erosion of enamel can affect a person’s smile over time. The wear and tear your teeth experience can lead to some change in their color, or make you more susceptible to dental decay. Fortunately, good habits and a smart diet can limit the amount of wear you experience and keep this issue from […]
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Living with bad breath can become frustrating, but people sometimes struggle to find a lasting solution to the problem. While mints and gum can mask odors that make you self-conscious, you can be eager to make a change that truly puts the problem behind you. Because this problem is often linked to poor oral health, […]
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