Addressing Your TMJ Disorder

Stressed woman complaining suffering toothache sitting on a couch at homeA dental emergency can occur at any given time, and unfortunately, it is all but possible to be able to identify exactly when one will arise consistently. As such, our team recommends creating a contingency plan in the event a sporting accident gone wrong or an aggressive bite mishap leads to significant oral damage. In terms of non-typical concerns, however, it is best to seek the opinion of a trained dentist. In today’s blog, your Leawood, KS dentist discusses the major complications that arise with TMJ disorder, as well as what your treatment options may be.

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How To Handle Your Dental Emergency

An ambulance races to respond to the scene of an emergency.By now, you are likely aware that a lifelong, healthy smile is only made possible through consistent preventive care. Indeed, there are a large number of bacteria, germs, infections, and other concerns that are constantly attempting to compromise your smile’s health, and unfortunately, not much in terms of natural defenses. As such, our team recommends a well-rounded at-home routine. Still, this process fails to account for instances of a dental emergency. In today’s blog, your Leawood, KS dentist discusses the process to follow when faced with a dental emergency, as well as how you can prioritize your smile’s health.

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Is Mouthwash really Necessary?

Woman pouring mouthwash from bottle into cap, closeup. Teeth careA minty fresh smile is an excellent indicator of a person’s oral hygiene practices and overall health. After all, oral bacteria are constantly attempting to compromise your smile, and many of these microorganisms contribute to bad breath. In addition to the way plaque and bacteria impact your health, bad breath is an indicator of substandard hygiene and care. Fortunately, some at-home practices can help. In today’s blog, your Leawood, KS dentist discusses the benefits of practicing a full-smile routine, and how mouthwash can enhance the clean sensation.

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A Deep Dive Into Periodontal Maintenance

Beautiful young woman with dental floss in bathroomTaking care of your smile means more than just brushing your teeth every day. As a matter of fact, attending your regular checkups, paying mind to the way certain foods and beverages affect your smile, and a host of other considerations all play a role in your overall smile quality. Further, it is important to ensure your preventive routine is all-inclusive in terms of caring for your teeth, tissues, and everything in-between, otherwise you may be at a higher risk for dental concerns than you might have previously thought. In today’s blog, your Leawood, KS dentist discusses why it is important to provide periodontal maintenance.

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Ensuring Proper Dental Prevention

I care about my teeth. Portrait of charming girl sitting in dentist chair while looking at camera and smilingFor a number of patients, their smile’s appearance matters tremendously. Indeed, a bright, jubilant, and blemish-free grin is a highly sought-after topic, and it is one that many are willing to prioritize. Keep in mind, however, that while your smile’s appearance may be important, it is even more necessary to consider what factors negatively influence your oral health and structures. In today’s blog, your Leawood, KS dentist explains the need for regular preventive care, as well as what steps you should be pursuing at home to ensure a healthier smile overall.

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Surface-Level Care For Various Needs

Headshot of good-looking lucky woman with tied hair pure skin and broad smile being happy to watch at camera. Sincere female with beautiful appearance wearing casual clothes isolated over white wallIt goes without saying that your smile is constantly in need of oral care. After all, from the moment you are born, oral bacteria and other concerns attempt to plague and compromise your smile’s health. As such, it is important to stay on top of your at-home routine, otherwise, you will likely run into complications down the line. Even still, however, surface-level issues develop all the time, and though they may not impact your health directly, there are benefits to seeking cosmetic treatment. In today’s blog, your Leawood, KS dentist explains what cosmetic dentistry is, and how a variety of treatments can be pursued for various needs.

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What To Know About Chips And Cracks

Caring for teeth, broken teeth and cavities with turquoise color background flat design vector illustrationTaking care of your smile is important for a number of reasons. First, a healthy smile makes for better function, as your teeth are needed to bite, chew, and even enunciate. Second, caring for your teeth helps prevent dental decay, infection, and a host of other concerns from compromising your smile. And third, a healthy smile is a youthful grin, one that is free from noticeable blemishes. In today’s blog, your Leawood, KS dentist discusses the impact that surface-level chips and cracks can have on a person’s smile as well as their esteem, and how our team can provide treatment to help.

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Major Benefits Of Cosmetic Veneers

partial view of woman with white teeth isolated on whiteIt goes without saying that your smile’s appearance matters to you significantly. After all, it is often the first physical characteristic a person notices about you, and a jubilant smile is often indicative of confidence and happiness. Although the most important factor to consider when caring for your smile is your oral health, that does not mean that surface-level concerns should continue to go by untreated. In today’s blog, your Leawood, KS dentist shares the benefits of cosmetic treatment, including how porcelain veneers offer versatile treatment to meet your unique needs.

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Cosmetic Benefits Of Teeth Whitening

half jaw with yellow teeth and half jaw with whitened teeth, Before and after whitening concept, 3d renderCaring for your smile today looks much different than providing care would look centuries ago. Indeed, the advent of advanced dental technology has made it possible to not only prioritize your oral health but your overall smile quality as well. Nowadays, you do not have to stop at base-level care, and our team offers a number of different options you can pursue when it comes to caring for and enhancing your smile’s appearance. In today’s blog, your Leawood, KS dentist takes a look at the advantages of cosmetic dentistry, as well as how you can benefit from custom care.

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Higher Quality Solutions With Technology

Young woman patient standing in x-ray machine. Panoramic radiographyThough dental prevention is the name of the game when it comes to caring for your smile, bear in mind that staying on top of your routine 100 percent of the time is a difficult task. Indeed, there are a number of factors out there that can influence your smile’s health significantly, and sometimes, these microorganisms find ways to infiltrate and compromise your structures. In cases such as these, your dentist will recommend restorative care to address the concerns. In today’s blog, your Leawood, KS dentist explains how advanced dental technology allows our team to provide higher quality treatment for a healthier smile.

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