Reasons You May Need a Dental Crown
With a multitude of new types of technology coming into the industry at once, dental crowns (or fillings) continue to remain as one of the tried and true procedures that have come to define the dental profession over the years. However, despite this stellar reputation, crowns also remain a somewhat misunderstood commodity amongst the general … Continue reading Reasons You May Need a Dental Crown
Fan Favorite: Tooth Replacement with Dental Implants
Teeth are Indispensable Obviously, your teeth are one of the most vital aspects of everyday life, whether it’s munching on your favorite snack or grinning ear to ear for a photo op, if you have one or several missing teeth, such a simple task becomes THAT much harder. Fortunately, within the ever-expanding realm of dental … Continue reading Fan Favorite: Tooth Replacement with Dental Implants
Brighten Your Smile with Professional Teeth Whitening
Keeping Up Appearances It’s often been said that “appearance isn’t everything” and while that is certainly true let’s face it, appearance IS a big deal! In a time in which the world is seeming broadcast all over various social media outlets (whether it be Facebook, Snapchat, TicTok, Instagram, or any other platform you can think … Continue reading Brighten Your Smile with Professional Teeth Whitening
Oral Health and Hygiene: Keep Your Immune System Strong
Oral Health and Hygiene is More Important Than Ever! With the recent outbreak of COVID-19, personal health has been brought to the forefront of nearly everybody’s minds, and while this might not be a new concern among some of the more health conscious folks out there, for some people this may be the first time … Continue reading Oral Health and Hygiene: Keep Your Immune System Strong
Dental Safety: Is it SAFE to Visit the Dentist?
In The Shadow of COVID-19 Although it’s been a couple months since the quarantine over both Kansas and Missouri has been lifted, there are many people who remain in self-isolation, as the threat posed by COVID-19 remains a major public health concern. Indeed, by following the standard protocol in public places (wearing a mask, keeping … Continue reading Dental Safety: Is it SAFE to Visit the Dentist?
Vaping Causes Gum Disease and Damages Your Oral Health
A Cause for Concern As businesses began to reopen and people everywhere began to regain a sense of normality, continued concerns surrounding Covid-19 have forced our Nation to reassess our stance on our health and the various health concerns that we as a society face. For decades, one of the biggest health issues amongst people … Continue reading Vaping Causes Gum Disease and Damages Your Oral Health
Invisible Braces: Invisalign vs Smile Direct Club
Alternative Methods For many years, traditional braces were the primary means of realigning and straightening one’s teeth. And while the tried and true metal braces are still frequently utilized, in recent years several alternative methods have emerged and have since changed the way a smile can be realigned, to improve its functionality and appearance. … Continue reading Invisible Braces: Invisalign vs Smile Direct Club
How can Oral Bacteria impact your Pretty Smile?
Healthy teeth are about more than just a pretty smile. Your oral health has a major effect on the overall health of your body, not just in your mouth. By maintaining healthy teeth and gums, you can make your body healthier from head to toe. Oral Bacteria and Health Bacteria in the mouth cause tooth decay – by … Continue reading How can Oral Bacteria impact your Pretty Smile?
Dr. Kimes Welcomes Back Patients for Routine Dental Appointments
May 11, 2020 Dear Overland Park Dentistry Family, We hope this letter finds you and your family in good health. Our community has been through a lot over the last few months, and all of us are looking forward to resuming our normal habits and routines, including routine dental appointments. While many things have changed, … Continue reading Dr. Kimes Welcomes Back Patients for Routine Dental Appointments
Tooth Pain: What is Causing My Toothache?
Toothaches can be a minor tinge letting you know that something is wrong or they can cause crippling pain… that’s why we wanted to share some common toothache causes and their symptoms. What is a toothache? Pain or inflammation in or around the tooth, often caused by tooth decay or infection. What are common causes … Continue reading Tooth Pain: What is Causing My Toothache?
