Month: February 2020

Time To Book Your Spring Break Appointments With Us!

We are starting to see the end of the winter season. With the thaw of cold weather comes the fresh breezes of spring and the flowering of trees and plants. The change of season is a good time to change out your toothbrush and to make plans for your family’s dental health, too. With many… Read more »

We Can Provide Care For Sensitive Teeth

Are you scared to bite into an ice cream bar because you are worried that it will make your teeth hurt? Or maybe hot liquids, like coffee or tea, make you wince when you drink them. Perhaps you avoid brushing or flossing much because it does not feel good. If you are experiencing things like… Read more »

What You Need To Know About Plaque And Tartar

When you visit your Leawood, KS, dentist, you may hear the words plaque and tartar, two things that can compromise your oral health. In fact, if left untreated, a buildup of plaque can lead to gum disease. And if that is not treated early, it could lead to a whole host of other issues that… Read more »

How To Maintain Your Dental Health When You Are Sick

This is the season that brings with it a cold, wintery mix of sleet and snow to some parts of the world. Other parts may be a little sunnier. But one thing everyone has in common this season is that they are more susceptible to colds and the flu. If you are feeling a bit… Read more »

We Can Add A Bit Of Bling To Your Smile

There are many cosmetic dental procedures that people elect to have in order to help them have confidence in their smile. These include things such as teeth whitening, porcelain veneers,  Invisalign® Aligners, and gum contouring. And with most of these treatments, your Leawood, KS, dentist can help you. There is another treatment, though, that is… Read more »

How We Can Help If You Are Grinding Your Teeth

When you visit your Leawood, KS, dentist, you are probably coming in for a regular checkup or cleaning. You might be seeing us for a cosmetic dentistry treatment or something like a root canal procedure. These are some of the things for which most patients visit dentists. But there is something else we can help… Read more »

What You Need To Know About Wisdom Teeth

As you go through life, you will find that your teeth may change. Some may move. Some may change color. Some may become chipped or cracked. And when you are younger, you will lose some but they will be replaced with new ones. Specifically, in your late teenage years, a third set of molars will… Read more »

Reasons Why You May Have Bad Breath

No one enjoys being told their breath is bad. It can be embarrassing. But having bad breath on occasion is common. It can be caused by what you eat or drink, and it can quickly be remedied by brushing your teeth, swishing around mouthwash, or chewing gum. What you have to really be aware of,… Read more »

Flossing Matters And Here Is Why

When dentists ask you if you have been flossing, they are not just asking if you have been doing the latest dance craze. They want to know if you are keeping up with your good dental habits. Along with brushing twice a day, flossing before you go to bed every night is a good way… Read more »

Practice These Good Brushing Habits For Healthy Teeth

So, you have made it through the first month of the year. Are you still keeping your resolutions, if you made any? If you never made one or broke the one you had, it is never too late to start a new resolution. In fact, here is one you can begin this month: improving your… Read more »