Flossing: The Thing We Love To Hate!
Most people will admit that they don't floss their teeth on a regular daily basis. We know because we ask....every time! Yet, people feel guilty because they don't floss often enough. On the top 10 ...
Nobody Ever Told Me That-Put Your Mind At Ease
So once again it's time for our quarterly segment of "I never knew!" The section of our monthly blog that goes over advice, suggestions, or just word to the wise information that is sometimes glanced ...
Gum Disease And Your Dental Health
Gum disease is an infection by germs in the gums around the teeth. It is one of the most common infections in people around the world. In its more serious form-known as "periodontitis"- the infection ...
Routine Dental Care Saves Lives
As you know, we are big believers in the routine dental checkup! There are so many things we can accomplish with this appointment, that’s it’s difficult for us to imagine anyone NOT making it a ...
The Value of Professional Teeth Whitening
If your teeth aren’t as bright as they once were, today you have a lot of options for how you’ll get your smile back to it’s bright, youthful color and shine. Our dental practice in ...
Can Superfoods Stain Your Teeth?
Stained teeth are a fact of life! Even with a rigorous “smile maintenance” routine: brushing, flossing, and rinsing at least twice a day, your teeth can still become stained. The question still remains: Can superfoods ...
Oral Cancer and What You Can Do About It
With spring in full swing here in Prairie Village, many of us are going through the familiar routines of the season: cleaning house, outdoor activities, and enjoying the good weather. Following this year’s tough winter, ...
Good Nutrition and Prevention Equals Good Dental Health
March is the month for St. Patrick’s Day, for Dentist’s Day (did you miss it on the 6th?) . . . and for food. That’s right, the month of March, along with the Academy of ...
How Cancer Affects Your Oral Health
Did you know that over 1.5 million people in the United States are diagnosed with cancer each year? Take a second to think about someone you know, whether a family member, friend, or coworker, who ...
Do You Use Your Dental Insurance Wisely?
Do you use your dental insurance wisely? Most of our patients don’t because they don’t really understand how dental insurance works. It’s not like the other insurances you buy, but we’ll get into that in ...