Considering the necessity of teeth to eat and speak properly, it should be no surprise that the quest to replace lost or extracted teeth is an ancient one. However, today’s methods and materials are far more advanced than our ancestors could have imagined. Innovative dental porcelain can closely mimic the natural light-reflecting properties of your […]
4 Family Fun Activities at Next Weekend’s Vintage Whites Market
While you may think of a vintage market as an exclusively adult shopping experience, the Vintage Whites Market has made a name for themselves creating an exciting, family-fun atmosphere. From the Pioneer Woman herself, to live music, this isn’t your average weekend market. This company travels from city to city creating a rollicking good time […]
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6 Facts You Might Not Already Know About Plaque
Even though practically every commercial for dental hygiene in history has warned you about the dangers of plaque, they hardly ever go into detail about what plaque actually is. Plaque is often said in the same breath with the phrase, “Plaque and tartar,” but the distinction between the two matters quite a bit. So in […]
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5 Quick Answers to Cosmetic Dentistry FAQs
If you’re one of the many patients considering cosmetic dentistry for the first time, you may have some questions. It’s totally understandable to feel a little nervous about something new, so we collected 5 frequently asked questions about cosmetic dentistry from our patients and boiled down the answers into short responses. Let’s get right to it! […]
So Your Tooth’s Extracted–Now What?
There are many reasons you might get a tooth extracted. The one you may be the most familiar with is, of course, wisdom tooth extraction. After you remove wisdom teeth, however, there’s nothing left to do. If you have a tooth removed for other reasons, such as it’s broken, cracked, infected, or dead, you still […]
Do You Really Need to Floss?
There’s been some stories lately in the news that suggest flossing isn’t necessary. We disagree. The major dental and periodontal associations disagree, too. The most important aspect of your flossing habits is that you do it correctly. Flossing, done correctly, should remove the plaque build-up from your tooth below your gum line and between your teeth, […]
How Can You Easily Eliminate Bad Breath?
Whether you’re leaning in for a kiss at the end of the date or shouting over the noise in someone’s ear, bad breath can make close moments all the more intense. They really don’t have to be if you take some simple steps to address the bad breath problem you’re facing. Bad breath, or halitosis, […]
5 Kid-Friendly Events at Kansas City Comic Con
With the recent releases of Suicide Squad and Pokemon Go, the internet is abuzz with all things geeky and science-fiction. Whether you’re a kid or a grown-up, you’ll find ample fun at the Kansas City Comic Con this weekend, August 12-14th. If you enjoy dressing up as a super hero or Pikachu, you’re probably already […]
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Do You Want Straighter Teeth In 6 Months?
If you have been wanting straighter teeth without the commitment of a long-term program like metal braces, MTM Clear Aligners might be right for you. These clear tray retainers straighten teeth with cosmetic issues in as quickly as 6 months from the beginning of treatment. By focusing on only the aesthetic problems with your smile, […]
Could Your Gums Be Ruining Your Smile?
If you love your teeth but still hate your smile, you may be having gum problems. Your gums could be covering your otherwise lovely teeth, crowding them out and making them look short and squat. With gum recontouring, your dentist will revitalize your smile by carefully removing some of the extra tissue that hides your […]
