How TMJ Impacts Your Health And Function

Suffering from toothache. Beautiful young woman suffering from toothache while standing against grey backgroundCaring for your smile means much more than brushing your teeth daily. In fact, your care routine should be considered well-rounded or involving various aspects. After all, your smile is comprised of many structures such as your gums, roots, cheeks, lips, and more, and each one of these factors must be cared for if you are aiming to maintain a healthy smile for life. In today’s blog, your Leawood, KS dentist explains how circumstances such as grinding your teeth can inevitably lead to significant complications if treatment is not sought.

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Important Things To Know About Periodontal Care

Doctor doing dental treatment to his patient in clinic. Teeth inspection and repair conceptTaking care of your smile is a lifelong process, and it is never too early to start. Indeed, many people place a great emphasis on the importance of brushing their teeth but bear in mind that these are not the only structures that comprise your oral health. In fact, a well-rounded preventive routine takes a look at various components, including your teeth, gums, and other oral structures. In today’s blog, your Leawood, KS dentist explains how periodontal care is necessary for preventing issues such as gum disease, as well as how you can take steps to prioritize your tissues.

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Understanding Your Child’s Preventive Routine

be54dff6-d4f0-43c9-b774-4864f39b4f34Believe it or not, it is never too early to teach your child the importance of taking care of their smile. After all, oral threats such as bacteria and infection begin to target their grins as soon as they develop. Indeed, children’s dentistry serves a great many purposes, including proper health care and what quality treatment really means. In today’s blog, your Leawood, KS dentist explains what a complete routine looks like, and how preventive dentistry paves the way for a lifelong smile.

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A Lifelike Finish With Implant Dentistry

Happy Smiling Mature Woman Portrait on white background. Older skin care, beauty concept.It goes without saying that the thought of losing multiple or even all of your teeth to infection is a troubling notion to endure. To avoid this, your dentist encourages you to take excellent care of your smile through a well-rounded routine of brushing and flossing, being aware of the impact foods and beverages have on your teeth, and attending routine checkups. Still, sometimes accidents occur, and it only takes one instance of physical injury to dislodge a healthy tooth. In today’s blog, your Leawood, KS dentist talks about the importance of replacing lost teeth, and how a custom dental implant can provide lifelike results.

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In Need Of A Partial Or Full Denture?

Handsome old man talking to the dendist. Two men in the dentist's officeIn our previous blog, we took a look at what happens when a person loses multiple consecutive teeth, and how a dental bridge may be able to help. It is important to note, however, that structural loss is not always as predictable as you might hope, and being able to tell which structures will become infected beforehand is a difficult feat if you are not taking care to attend routine dental visits consistently. In today’s blog, your Leawood, KS dentist explores how partial and full denture sets can address your unique needs with high-quality results.

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What Are The Chances of Losing Multiple Teeth?

arc dental prosthesis lies on a wooden backgroundIt goes without saying that losing a natural tooth is nobody’s first choice. What’s more? Many individuals take the steps necessary to maintain a healthy grin for life, taking care to attend routine checkups, pay mind to what foods they consume and their effects, and brushing and flossing routinely at home. Even still, random accidents such as experiencing a physical injury or failing to seek treatment in a timely manner can lead to a range of concerns, making loss a larger possibility than many might expect. In today’s blog, your Leawood, KS dentist examines just how real the possibility of losing a tooth is, and how our team can help in the event of multiple missing structures.

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Preventing Damage With Dental Crowns

closeup for dental onlay on a molar tooth shown on a plaster modelIn our previous blog, we discussed the importance of treating your cavities sooner rather than later. Indeed, dental decay is one of the most common oral health concerns out there, and just because it is common, that does not mean it should be left unchecked. As the damage becomes worse, a number of concerns arise that not only threaten your smile’s health and integrity, but the health of surrounding teeth as well. In today’s blog, your Leawood, KS dentist explains why dental crowns can be an effective restorative solution, and how their versatility helps reinforce your smile.

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Why You Should Have Your Cavities Treated

Picture of adult woman having a visit at the dentist'sIt goes without saying that your smile is going to face a number of concerns throughout the course of your life. From dangerous decay and infection to the effects of certain foods you consume, and everything else in-between, there is not much your smile is safe from. Because of this, it is up to you to prioritize your oral health with routine preventive care, both at home and in-office. While you may be doing everything right, it only takes one instance of falling short for an issue to occur. In today’s blog, your Leawood, KS dentist will take a look at the dangers of dental decay and why it is best to treat cavities sooner rather than later.

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Restoring Your Oral Health With A Root Canal

Cavities are a problem that many people experience, something that calls for treatment at the dentist’s office. Often, this is a problem that can be addressed with a dental filling. However, there are some occasions when more involved care is needed. If decay is not caught and treated in time, the cavity can cause an infection within the tooth structure that has to be addressed through root canal therapy. At our Leawood, KS dentist’s office, we can address advanced tooth decay by dealing with an internal infection, restoring your pulp, and providing a custom restoration to protect your tooth and smile. We should note that root canal therapy can also be included in treatment if you have a serious physical injury. (more…)

High-Quality Results With Dental Technology

Dentist at work examining woman's teeth in dental clinic with remote camera. Picture of teeth is on the screen. dental technologies.It goes without saying nobody wants their smile plagued with noticeable blemishes such as chips and stains. What’s more? Worrying about your oral health can be much more intensive than you expect, as there are countless threats out there that can negatively impact your smile’s integrity. Fortunately, dental practices that range from preventive to restorative and even cosmetic can aid your health tremendously. But how exactly does this occur? In today’s blog, your Leawood, KS dentist will explore the importance of advanced practices and dental technology, as well as the role they play in keeping your smile healthy for life.

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