Let us all admit it: Smiles are important. A good one goes a long way in helping with self-confidence. It is what people usually notice first about you, so if you are not happy with your smile, it may cause you to lose confidence. And for centuries, there was very little people could do about… Read more »
Going to the dentist and being told you have a cavity is an experience a lot of people have had. In terms of how common it is, it ranks right up there with having stains on your teeth. And while tooth decay is not something to treat lightly, as it can have lasting effects on… Read more »
Taking care of one’s teeth is a lifelong practice, and the earlier one begins, the better. That is why your Leawood, KS, dentist is glad to see patients of all ages. We offer personalized checkups and the kind of dental care children need to set them up for good oral health. We make sure they… Read more »
When we clean our teeth, we usually concentrate on what we can see, like the tops and bottoms and sides. But plaque and tartar have ways of getting themselves into places we do not normally clean, such as under the gum line where your teeth roots are located. If this happens, your Leawood, KS, dentist… Read more »
Caring for your teeth and oral health does not have to be a solo project. In fact, others can help you maintain good habits, and you can help them keep up their good ones. With families, this means everyone can be a part of the fun process of caring for their teeth. Your Leawood, KS,… Read more »
You are brushing. You are cleaning. You are flossing. You are avoiding stain-causing foods and drinks. But still, you get stains on your teeth. You just cannot seem to get rid of them no matter how hard you try. Do not give up! Your Leawood, KS, dentist is here to help. With a professional teeth-whitening… Read more »
There may come a time when you might have to have a tooth extracted. While this is not something you want, it could be needed due to decay or other oral health issues. The space where your tooth once was can be replaced with a dental implant as long as there is no bone loss…. Read more »
Occlusion is how your lower and upper jaw fits together. For most patients, it is a natural fit. However, for some patients, their teeth are not properly aligned and they have traumatic occlusion, also known as a “bad bite.” There is not enough space for all the teeth to be in line. This affects how… Read more »
Something happens at night that 18 million Americans experience. Is it dreaming? Not quite, and hopefully more people than that dream every night. Is it restless leg syndrome? No, but it can cause you and your loved ones some restless nights. Ready for the answer? It is chronic snoring, specifically sleep apnea. This disorder repeatedly… Read more »
Life happens, and things may have affected your teeth that you would like to change. Maybe you got a tooth chipped. Or perhaps decay has worn down some of your teeth. Whatever the situation, your Leawood, KS, dentist can rebuild your smile through restorative dentistry. Specific treatments are available to help you avoid losing a… Read more »
Tooth loss can lead to embarrassment and also cause major issues with your daily life and overall oral health. To…
When you have misshapen teeth, permanent teeth stains, or even gaps between your teeth, you need treatment to obtain a…
Our team understands that some people have serious phobias of the dentist, or that they may have special needs that…