Category: Family Dentistry

As 2020 is coming to a close and the new year is upon us, it is important to keep your family’s dental health in mind with a final checkup or cleaning to finish out this year strong. IN fact, staying on top of your little one’s tooth development is crucial, as children need just as… Read more »

Now that December has finally arrived, that means we’re only a few weeks away from saying goodbye to 2020! While none of us will be sad to see this year pass, that doesn’t mean we should do so without using any of our remaining 2020 dental insurance benefits. In today’s blog, your Overland Park, KS,… Read more »

In just a few days, many of us will be planning and preparing for Thanksgiving. While we may be putting off a big gathering with friends and family, that doesn’t mean we’ll shy away from our starchy and sugary favorites. In today’s blog, your Overland Park, KS, dentist will talk about what you can do… Read more »

The true terror of Halloween for your family dentist is the onset of tooth decay. After all, cavities cause more than just toothaches they could even mean infection or tooth loss in extreme cases! Unfortunately, Halloween encourages extra candy consumption, so your Overland Park, KS, dentist is recommending some options to keep your family’s smiles… Read more »

We always take steps to help our patients feel welcome, from answering their questions and addressing their concerns, to carefully discussing their oral health and what to expect from treatment. However, we know that many people have concerns about their treatments, often due to dental anxiety. To help ensure our patients remain calm and comfortable,… Read more »

In our last blog, we looked at bruxism (chronic teeth grinding), and how this jaw joint disorder impacts your oral health. Today, your Overland Park, KS, dentist would like to look at a related, but very different, issue known as TMJ disorder. We want to explain how treating this issue helps you avoid uncomfortable symptoms,… Read more »

Sometimes, adults develop an oral health issue that causes them to grind and clench their teeth frequently as they sleep. Known as bruxism, this disorder could cause major problems for your oral health and smile beauty. In today’s blog, your Overland Park, KS, dentist will explain how we treat teeth grinding and repair damaged smiles.

Once gum disease forms, there is no cure. However, there are methods of managing the disease to prevent uncomfortable symptoms and also avoid major complications, such as the loss of one or more adult teeth. In today’s blog, your Overland Park, KS, dentist will look at how we manage gum disease with a simple procedure… Read more »

We hope to see you and your family for a checkup and cleaning at least once every six months. This may seem like a minor visit at best, but a checkup and cleaning is actually crucial for the health and beauty of your smile, combating serious concerns like cavities and even periodontal disease. In today’s… Read more »

How often do you brush your teeth each day? Do you always remember to floss? What may seem like minor steps in your oral healthcare routine could be essential for keeping serious concerns like infected teeth or gum disease at bay. In today’s blog, your Overland Park, KS, dentist explains the benefits of proper brushing… Read more »