Implant-Retained Solutions For Function

implant supported fixed bridge. Transparent view . Medically accurate 3D illustrationTaking care of your smile is a process that will follow you well into adulthood. Not only are your oral structures important for accomplishing routine tasks such as biting and chewing, but they are oftentimes the first physical attribute a person may notice about another. Indeed, routine preventive care is essential for maintaining a lifelong smile, but sometimes other circumstances or factors may have other plans in mind. In today’s blog, your Leawood, KS dentist identifies treatment options for dealing with varying degrees of tooth loss and how those including implant posts can address your functional concerns as well.

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Are You In Need Of A Dental Extraction?

Missing tooth space in mouth close-up. Doctor dentist look into open mouthThe last thing you want to experience in your lifetime is the loss of a permanent tooth, especially if it can be avoided, to begin with. After all, your teeth are essential for a host of routine tasks, and is cosmetically the first thing a person may notice about you. With all of this in mind, it is only natural that your dentist recommends attending preventive visits at least twice a year. Sometimes, however, infection may spread at a rapid rate, and the only option viable is to remove the diseased structure. In today’s blog, your Leawood, KS dentist explores the major considerations to look at when determining best practices, and how an extraction can actually improve oral health.

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What To Expect From Root Canal Therapy

Macro photo of dental tools: drill and needle for treating root canals and pulpitis in a dentist's hand in a pink glove. Patient wearing sunglassesIn our most recent blog post, we take a look at the beginning stages of dental decay, how it influences your oral health, and what your treatment options look like. Though it may not be the only complication to befall your smile, dental decay is among the most common issues out there. What’s more? It will only continue to get worse if you leave it untreated, and addressing these issues in the earlier stages is much more straightforward. In today’s blog, your Leawood, KS dentist is going to expound upon what happens when decay is permitted to spread, and how this process influences your oral health and functional capabilities.

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Providing Versatile Protection With Crowns

Tooth fairy vector cartoon illustrationTaking care of your smile is an important step to consider when aiming to achieve a grin that lasts a lifetime. Indeed, there are not that many natural defenses that can fend off oral bacteria without faltering, and there are even more threats to consider than can be counted on both hands. As such, it only takes falling short in your regular preventive routine one time for a major infection to set up camp and begin wreaking havoc. In today’s blog, your Leawood, KS dentist takes a look at the need for restorative treatment, and how dental crowns offer versatile solutions.

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Schedule Your Filling As Soon As Possible

Girl child at the doctor. Dentist places a filling on a tooth with dental polymerization lamp in oral cavity. over clinic background.It can be a difficult process to attend specialized appointments or regular dental visits when anxiety and uneasiness have a say in the matter. Indeed, dental anxiety is a very real phenomenon that affects a number of patients. Sometimes, these fears are strong enough to deter patients from seeking proper treatment, leading to the development of infections and other concerns at a much higher rate. Fortunately, sedation options exist to make your visit as calm as possible, and it is important to attend these necessary visits to stay on top of your oral health. In today’s blog, your Leawood, KS dentist discusses the process we follow for addressing common infections caused by decay, and how filling a cavity sooner is best.

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A Calmer Visit With Dental Sedation

General Anesthesia. Cartoon tooth sleep in dental chair. Stomatology sedation concept or illustration. Dental care or treatment.Visiting your dentist at least once every six months is a necessary practice to undertake if you are trying to provide your smile with the best protection. After all, oral bacteria can influence your oral health in a variety of ways, and sometimes we require restorative or cosmetic treatment to address these issues. For some, however, the thought of even setting foot into a dental office may incite discomfort, uneasiness, or even anxiety. Fortunately, our team can help. In today’s blog, your Leawood, KS dentist shares how we are able to provide a calmer environment for our patients with the help of dental sedation.

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Major Roles Of Invisible Dental Aligners

Invisible aligners teeth brackets on yellow background with flower shadowTaking care of your smile is an essential process to undertake if you are aiming to maintain a lifelong bill of health. This is largely due to the fact that various oral bacteria and germs are constantly attempting to wreak havoc in your oral cavity, and without preventive intervention, infection and damage are imminent. Indeed, a healthy smile requires work, but this process does not have to ignore your cosmetic needs. In today’s blog, your Leawood, KS dentist discusses the cosmetic and preventive benefits of invisible dental aligners and explains why it is essential to address an uneven smile.

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How You Benefit From Restorative Care

Happy latin american woman sitting in dental chair after teeth cure in modern clinic, gesturing thumbs upThanks to various technological advances, we can obtain highly-detailed and realistic treatment to address dental concerns such as tooth loss. Indeed, nobody’s first choice would be to lose a tooth, but unfortunately, this is not a choice many of us get to make. While most dentists will advocate you prioritize your preventive practices, it is important to recognize the role of routine checkups in addition to at-home care, otherwise, you could find yourself in need of treatment fast. In today’s blog, your Leawood, KS dentist discusses the role and functions of restorative dentistry, and how dental restorations can address more than just your smile’s appearance.

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Dental Implants Address Functional Needs

Close-up portrait of her she nice attractive excited cheerful grey-haired elderly lady touching cheeks laughing isolated gray pastel color background.It goes without saying that there are certain circumstances that can arise at any given time, and sometimes it can be difficult to anticipate them. For example, a dental emergency is not only unpredictable, but it can affect you in a variety of different ways. This means that there is no telling what will happen, and it is best to act sooner rather than waiting when seeking dental care. In today’s blog, your Leawood, KS dentist takes a look at the way dental implants can be used to address missing teeth, as well as what they have to offer in terms of functional benefits.

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How To Handle Your Dental Emergency

Modern dental practice. Dental chair and other accessories usedMaintaining a healthy smile for life begins by laying a healthy foundation of preventive care. In other words, the sooner you start preventive dental care, the better chances you have for keeping your smile healthy. Though you may be taking care of your teeth to the best of your ability, keep in mind that accidents can occur at any given time. While you cannot predict when one occurs, however, you can create a contingency plan to follow in the event one does occur. In today’s blog, your Leawood, KS dentist explains what to do in the event of a dental emergency, as well as how our team can help.

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