There are several procedures you can choose from if you want to take on problems with your smile. As you look into your different treatment options, you may be surprised at just how conservative cosmetic work can be, which means you can have an easier time seeing your desired improvements. At our Prairie Village, KS […]
Discussing Your Dental Discomfort
Keeping your dental discomfort to yourself can be a poor decision for several reasons. One is that you can prolong your time struggling with pain and sensitivity for no reason, as the feeling may not go away until the appropriate treatment. Another is that the cause of your problem can worsen, leading to complications that […]
Proceeding With Gum Contouring Treatment
Sometimes, treatment to change a person’s smile will focus on their gums. For someone with bulky or uneven tissues, this kind of care can have a significant positive effect, as it can make their smile more symmetrical, and it can add length to teeth that seem short or squat. At our Prairie Village, KS dentist’s […]
Tips For Better Gingivitis Prevention
Is your current approach to smile care protecting your gums as well as your teeth? Cavity prevention is important, but your oral hygiene routine should help you prevent gingivitis as well. Fortunately, a routine that relies on brushing and flossing can defend against the bacteria that can affect your gums. Your Prairie Village, KS dentist’s […]
When Bruxism Wears Down Your Enamel
Your teeth are strong enough to break apart and break down an array of foods. The strength of our enamel is important to our ability to enjoy a varied, nutrient-rich diet, and to our ability to avoid dental problems. Unfortunately, problems with gradual wear and tear can start to affect both your appearance and oral […]
Smile Care After Cavity Treatment
Will you need to make a change to your smile care routine after you undergo cavity treatment? If you feel as though your trouble with tooth decay had something to do with less effective daily habits, some changes can certainly be beneficial. However, you can find that traditional brushing and flossing efforts remain effective even […]
Teeth Cleanings And Harmful Tartar Buildup
Your daily routine has obvious importance when it comes to fighting the accumulation of plaque, as well as in preventing problems with tooth decay, gum disease, and tartar formation. With that said, it is important to remember that preventive efforts can stop issues from occurring, but they can prove less effective at preventing those issues […]
Replacing A Loose Restoration
Whether you have a filling or crown in place to protect your tooth, your restoration should provide several important benefits. You should be safe from further injury troubles or infections, you should have the confidence to bite and chew without issue, and if you had work done on a front tooth, you should remain confident […]
Scheduling Regular Dental Checkups
At every regular dental exam, we take several steps to make sure that patients are able to maintain—or return to—good oral health. One measure we take is to provide a thorough teeth cleaning that removes harmful bacteria and food debris to prevent problems from occurring. Dr. Browne also provides a thorough evaluation so that we […]
Smile Flaws We Can Address With Veneers
Generally speaking, people look into cosmetic dental work because they want to feel more comfortable with their smile. Of course, the path to feeling better about the way your teeth look will vary from one person to another. For some, the right approach will make changes to enamel color, while others are looking for a […]