Whether you are aware of it or not, your smile’s health is the most important factor to consider when seeking dental treatment. Just because it is the most important factor, however, that does not mean it is the only one that is looked at. In fact, sometimes prioritizing your health may come at the expense of another component, such as needing an extraction to address significant infection or emergency situations. In today’s blog, your Leawood, KS dentist takes it back to the basics and explains why it is so important to attend your routine checkup and cleaning appointments and how our team can help.
Stay Aware And Healthy This Thanksgiving
We have all survived the holiday that makes most dentists shudder: Halloween. This is a fantastic holiday that holds a lot of fun for people of all ages, but it is undoubtedly one of the worst ones for teeth — particularly those of children. Yes, any of us can have our teeth damaged from eating too much candy, but children often lack the impulse control to put their bags down after just a few pieces. We hope that your kids made it through the holiday without damaging their teeth too much. Although this holiday has passed, Thanksgiving will be here very soon, and while its traditional holiday foods aren’t too bad for your teeth, it is still important to be aware of the impact they can have. In today’s blog, your Leawood, KS dentist talks about some of the quintessential components of the Thanksgiving feast and how each can potentially affect your smile. (more…)
Don’t Be Scared Of Tooth Extraction
Despite taking great care of your teeth — brushing and flossing every day, visiting the dentist for checkups, etc — there are still situations that could arise that necessitate tooth extraction. While no one ever wants to have a tooth or several, removed, sometimes this is the best course of action for not only your oral health but your overall health as well. Whether you are having issues with your wisdom teeth or another tooth suffered trauma causing it to decay, an extraction can be the best solution to keep you healthy. In today’s blog, your Leawood, KS dentist talks about the situations in which a tooth extraction is the right option for maintaining a healthy smile. (more…)
Dental Sedation Keeps You Comfortable
We understand that many people don’t particularly enjoy visiting the dentist. While it is essential for your overall health, not to mention your oral health, it’s not always an abundantly fun experience. However, our practice always prioritizes our patients’ comfort to give them the best experience. One of the ways we accomplish this is by providing sedation for a variety of our procedures. In today’s blog, your Leawood, KS dentist discusses the sedation options we offer and the situations in which each one is appropriate. (more…)
The Link Between Bruxism & TMJ Disorder
If you suffer from unexplained and persistent headaches, it could be a sign of TMJ (Temporomandibular Joint) Disorder, also known as TMD. While this may be the cause of your pain, it can be difficult to identify without the help of a professional. Because of this, TMD is particularly frustrating, as headaches without a knowable cause can be distressing. Moreover, to complicate matters further, TMJ Disorder is often intertwined with bruxism, which is another name for consistent, unconscious teeth grinding. Bruxism can cause TMD and TMD can cause bruxism and each can cause sleep problems. Regardless of which comes first, it is important to treat both issues as soon as possible. When either is left untreated, you could require restorative procedures down the road. In today’s blog, your Leawood, KS dentist discusses both disorders and the solutions we can provide to lessen your discomfort. (more…)
Looking To Address Years Of Difficult Stains?
For many of us, the ultimate goal is to maintain a bright and jubilant smile for life. We recognize that this starts early on in life, meaning it is important we learn effective preventive practices as soon as possible. Though dental prevention may do an excellent job of fending off bacterial threats and other concerns of the like, it, unfortunately, might not provide much in terms of keeping your smile bright and white. In today’s blog, your Leawood, KS dentist discusses the pros of seeking cosmetic treatment and how most adults can benefit from dental whitening at least once in their lives.
Steps For Taking Care Of Tiny Smiles
In order to maintain a healthy and strong smile for life, you should engage in quality preventive dental care. Indeed, your oral health is one of the most important factors to consider when seeking dental treatment, and the majority of its protection relies on your at-home preventive practices. Additionally, how early you start oral care plays a factor in the success of your smile, and our team encourages you to begin care with your little one as soon as possible. In today’s blog, your Leawood, KS dentist discusses the importance of taking care of younger smiles and what to know about children’s dentistry.
Is It Time For A Periodontal Cleaning?
It goes without saying that among the various areas of dentistry, dental prevention is one of the most important to consider. After all, there are several factors out there that can negatively influence your oral health, and unfortunately, there are significantly fewer elements that can aid it. As such, you must take strides to practice a well-rounded preventive routine, both in-office and at home. In today’s blog, your Leawood, KS dentist takes a deeper look at the way gum infections and disease affect your oral health and offer a few options you can pursue to help.
Major Roles Of Your Dental Checkup
In our previous dental blog, we took a look at the ways oral cancer can affect anyone’s smile at any given time, as well as how our team offered oral cancer screenings in-office. Indeed, it is important to recognize that your smile is constantly on the defensive against various threats, and some may be considered less traditional than most. Still, getting the preventive care you need is a top priority, and our team wants to make it as easy and accessible as possible. In today’s blog, your Leawood, KS dentist discusses the importance of regular dental prevention and what you can expect from your checkup.
Scheduling Your Oral Cancer Screening
From an early age, your parents, guardians, family members, and dental professionals in your life have emphasized the importance of staying on top of your oral health. For most, this comes in the form of brushing and flossing regularly in addition to attending regular dental checkups and cleanings. What you might not be readily aware of, however, is that there is so much more that can negatively influence your oral health, making it important to take additional steps to ensure best practices. In today’s blog, your Leawood, KS dentist describes the need for oral cancer screenings and discusses how we perform yours during your routine checkup.
