If you have recently lost one of your teeth, you do not need to suffer a permanent hole in your smile. By talking to your dentist about your prosthetic options for replacing missing teeth, you can discover the versatile benefits of a dental implant. This biocompatible post inserts directly into the jaw via the socket […]
Preserving Your Grin After Gum Disease
Protecting your smile after receiving a gum disease diagnosis is critical to preserving your remaining healthy tissue. Fortunately, the same behaviors that protect against tooth decay help bolster your defense against gum infection. When bacterial deposits take hold of the surface of your teeth, they can cause an inflammatory process that leads to gum recession. […]
Protecting Your Smile And Removing Decay
Finding out that you have a cavity can spur a recommitment to your oral health. While no one looks forward to damage in their smile, receiving a filling can make you reassess your daily habits and oral hygiene methods. Perhaps you make changes to your diet by minimizing sugary sweets and increasing vegetable intake. If […]
How We Treat Your Gum Infection
A comprehensive approach to oral care requires maintaining healthy gums in addition to cleaning your teeth. Fortunately, the same practices that guard against cavities help you ward off gum infections. This is because the bacterial plaque that wears away a tooth’s enamel is also the main source of gum irritation. By following a consistent brushing […]
A Cleaning And Screening To Start The Fall
How long has it been since your last visit to the dentist? If you are struggling to remember, take this opportunity to find your way back to the office for a routine cleaning and examination. These appointments are vital in keeping your smile at a consistently high level by identifying any growing concerns quickly when […]
Securing A Full Smile With Dental Implants
If you have recently lost one or more of your teeth, you understand how immediate the impact can be. Normal activities you once took for granted take on a degree of difficulty. You may find yourself avoiding favorite foods that now harm the open socket in your mouth. Because your teeth help form speech, the […]
How to Achieve a Whiter Smile
We want to help you achieve a more confident smile that exudes health and wellness! Teeth whitening can actually be a vital part of maintaining optimal oral health. In today’s blog, your Prairie Village, KS, dentist talks about safe and beneficial professional whitening treatments and how to keep your teeth bright and healthy in the long run. […]
We Care About Your Comfort
We understand that a visit to the dentist can induce stress. That’s why we do everything we can to ensure your visit is a comfortable, relaxing, five-star experience. In today’s blog, your Prairie Village, KS, dentist discusses how we go a step further to ensure our patients have a pleasant treatment experience with various options for […]
Why Are My Teeth Shifting?
Teeth will naturally shift and change position over time. This can be so frustrating but advancements in orthodontics have provided us with a more discreet alternative to realigning teeth. In today’s blog, your Prairie Village, KS, dentist explains the reasons why teeth can shift over time and how the misalignment can be corrected with our Orthodontic Clear […]
When Tooth Decay Gets Too Deep
Have you been told you need a filling due to tooth decay? It is so important not to wait too long to remove the infection. Decay that is left untreated will continue to spread and a simple filling could turn into a much more serious and costly restoration. In today’s blog, your Prairie Village, KS, dentist explains the […]