Taking care of our smile is a process that will follow you well into adulthood. Though your teeth may be among the strongest bones in the human body, that does not mean they are safe from harm. As a matter of fact, there are several sources of harm that threaten your smile’s health and integrity, and unfortunately, there are not nearly as many natural defenses. Though you may be taking strides to provide the best protection for your grin, sometimes infections or other concerns may have something else in mind. In today’s blog, your Leawood, KS dentist discusses why you may need an extraction at some point and how it can improve your health.
Removing Infection Through Root Canal Therapy
In our most recent blog post, we discussed a few different instances in which your dentist might recommend the help of a dental crown, and how these dental restorations offered versatility in terms of addressing your needs. At its core, the root of most issues warranting restorative dental care involves oral bacteria, and failing to address these concerns in a timely manner can result in major infections such as tooth decay and gum disease. In today’s blog, your Leawood, KS dentist explains how dental decay spreads inward inside of a tooth, and how root canal therapy can help.
Understanding Benefits Of Dental Crowns
From a young age, we are taught about the importance of taking care of our smiles and that we must practice regular dental prevention in order to ensure a healthy, lifelong smile. Indeed, our grins could use all of the help they can get, as there are countless factors out there that pose a significant threat. These can range from the oral bacteria present in all mouths to the foods and beverages we consume and even to unexpected dental accidents and emergencies. In today’s blog, your Leawood, KS dentist discusses the benefits of dental crown technology and how restorative dentistry is needed to maintain healthy smiles.
Don’t Let Your Cavity Worsen Over Time
Ensuring your smile’s health is enough to withstand a lifetime of wear and tear begins by learning adequate oral health practices from a young age. As a matter of fact, our team encourages patients to start teaching their little ones the ins and outs of preventive dental care as soon as possible. Indeed, there are just so many bacteria- and non-bacteria-related concerns out there that our grins could use all of the help they can get. In today’s blog, your Leawood, KS dentist discusses the common process of receiving a dental cavity and why it is necessary to pursue a filling as soon as possible.
Protecting Tiny Grins With Customized Care
As an adult, taking care of your smile becomes second nature. You may have already established a preventive dental routine early on, and now you practice it without giving it a second thought. As a child, however, attempting to get this routine down thoroughly at an early age may have taken a bit of trial and error. It is important to remember that we must be patient with children when teaching them new, important habits, but that doing so is essential for your little one’s health. In today’s blog, your Leawood, KS dentist discusses ways you can help your children protect their tiny teeth and lay a healthy foundation for a lifelong smile.
Breaking Down What Happens At Your Checkup
Our most recent blog details what you can expect during a routine oral cancer screening, as well as why we screen for oral cancer, to begin with. In the grand scheme of things, the screening itself only takes a few minutes to complete, but it represents a very important and necessary step in your regular checkup appointment. Even without the screening, however, it is important to attend your appointments as they are scheduled. In today’s blog, your Leawood, KS dentist details what you can expect from your six-month dental appointment, as well as why this visit is essential.
Have You Had An Oral Cancer Screening?
From a young age, we learn about the ins and outs of taking care of our smiles. We learn that we must brush and floss regularly in order to reduce or minimize the presence of bacteria, and we learn that in-office dental visits are essential for our oral health. While nontraditional dental concerns such as sleep apnea and chronic teeth grinding may take us by surprise, reaching out to your dentist as soon as possible has been found to help reduce the presence of a threat. In today’s blog, your Leawood, KS dentist further discusses the need for additional smile help and how an oral cancer screening during your checkup fulfills this role.
Is Bruxism Damaging Your Teeth?
For years you have taken strides to stay on top of your oral health and keep your teeth strong. For instance, your preventive routine is probably something that has become second nature, especially since it is the same routine you have followed day in and day-out. Indeed, brushing and flossing certainly lay the foundation for adequate oral health, but it is important to recognize that there is an even greater number of threats than there are defenses, placing your smile at risk of damage. In today’s blog, your Leawood, KS dentist discusses the damaging effects of chronic teeth grinding and what your treatment options may look like moving forward.
Why You Should Prioritize Periodontal Care
Your smile’s health is as good as the effort you put into it. While we may have natural defenses such as protective enamel to try and keep our structures covered, it is important to recognize just how many factors negatively affect your oral health. From bacterial infections to physical accidents and injuries, your grin is safe from virtually nothing. While you may be taking care to brush regularly, it is also important to see that your health is affected by much more than just your teeth. In today’s blog, your Leawood, KS dentist discusses why you should prioritize your periodontal tissues when providing oral care, as well as what steps you can take to do so.
Keeping Teeth Strong Through Your Diet
Believe it or not, your smile is constantly on the defensive against various sources of threat, and unfortunately, this will be the case throughout your entire life. Though there may not be many natural defenses in place to fend off these threats, there are steps you can take to minimize your chances of developing infections and other concerns. Most often, this includes brushing and flossing regularly. Still, it is important to recognize the role your diet plays in the process as well. In today’s blog, your Leawood, KS dentist discusses how you can avoid certain foods and embrace others to provide your smile with the nutrients needed to keep it healthy.
