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How Do I Deal With These Frustrating Coffee Stains?

When you spill coffee on a white shirt, the resulting stain can be quick to form, and tough to address. Teeth stains caused by coffee can be slower to show themselves, but if you rely on store bought whitening agents, it can feel difficult to manage. Fortunately, you can rely on a professional whitening treatment […]

Replacing Lost Teeth Can Improve Your Smile, And Your Bite

How much good is a dental prosthetic really meant to do for a patient? Is the placement of a permanent restoration meant to improve your smile, or can you count on it for more? Your Prairie Village, KS dentist can talk with you about placing a dental prosthetic that can actually help to improve your […]

Your Dentist Is Ready To Address Your Periodontal Health

Are you taking good care of your gums? If you want to maintain your full smile as you age, your periodontal health is something that certainly deserves your attention. Failing to prevent or treat gum disease can eventually lead to the development of periodontitis, an advanced infection that can damage the tissues supporting your teeth. […]

You Could Be Damaging Your Smile By Grinding Your Teeth

When you wake up feeling dental pain or sensitivity, you could be feeling the worrying effects of nighttime teeth grinding. If you keep ignoring the problem, the problem can become a serious one for your teeth. This problem, known as bruxism, can lead to significant wear and tear, and even chipped or cracked teeth! Your […]

Your Dental Crown Can Improve Your Bite Function

Having difficult bite issues can create more than just discomfort while you try to eat. In addition to making meals and snacks less enjoyable, bite-related issues can wear on your jaw joints, and build to the point of causing you to experience frequent pain due to TMJ dysfunction. If your ability to bite and chew […]

How Do I Know Veneers Can Help With My Smile Problems?

There are several cosmetic dental procedures that are available for patients who want to make real improvements to the way they look. One of the treatments available to you is the placement of porcelain veneers to hide different dental flaws that might be lowering the quality of your smile. How can you be sure that […]

Your Dental Exams Protect You From Oral Health Complications

Are you likely to experience the effects of an advanced cavity in the near future? If you are not attending regular dental checkups, it can be hard to know just how healthy your smile is. In fact, you may not realize that a cavity has formed, and that you could experience the painful effects of […]

Bring Your Family To Storytime In The Village This Summer!

Starting on Wednesday, May 1, families can enjoy Storytime In The Village at Prairie Village Shops! From May through August, the shops will host live readings of popular children’s books, with each event boasting a special guest host. This is a great outing for the family, and a nice way to break up a day […]

Taking Patient Comfort Into Account During Dental Care

Your Prairie Village, KS dentist is committed to making sure any restorative dental treatment you receive will return your tooth to good condition. Thanks to the modern materials used to construct restorations, your treatment can also have a positive effect on your appearance. While the quality of care you receive is obviously important, there is […]

Poor Flossing Habits Can Raise Your Risk For Smile Problems

If you want to keep your teeth and gums in great shape, you need to have an effective strategy for dealing with oral bacteria. By brushing thoroughly, you can remove those harmful bacteria, and prevent the development of plaque and tartar. With that said, keep in mind that brushing should only be one part of […]