Category: Family Dentistry

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »