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Gum disease poses a major oral health risk for people in Olathe, KS. Without treatment, poor gum health has been linked to bleeding, serious discomfort, and in extreme cases, adult tooth loss. In order to avoid these complications, we suggest preventive care to protect the gums and prevent the disease. What steps do we need to take to avoid gum disease? Preventing Periodontal...

Throughout the summer, Olathe, KS, is host to a number of fun and unique events, many of which are great for the entire family to visit and enjoy. In today’s blog, we’re going to cover four such events. We also want to remind our patients that we’re always here to see them and help them enjoy healthy smiles, with dental...

If you experience pain in your smile, this could be the result of allergies and sinus issues, among other factors. However, if the pain persists for more than a day, you may have a cavity that requires treatment. In today’s blog, we’re looking at how we identify and treat toothaches and cavities in Olathe, KS. Toothaches and Tooth Decay A cavity forms...

Oral surgery helps our Olathe, KS, patients enjoy optimal oral health, addressing missing teeth with implant dentistry and even removing wisdom teeth. To ensure our patients remain comfortable throughout these procedures, we provide dental sedation. Find out how our sedation relaxes patients, and what you can expect from this calming option. Common Oral Surgery Situations Oral surgery could mean extracting a tooth, such...

We may lose natural teeth for a number of different reasons, but not matter the cause, the loss of teeth could lead to major complications. For some Olathe, KS, patients, this could include the loss of jawbone density. In order to prevent a prematurely aged appearance, we may address the problem with a jawbone grafting procedure. Loss of Jawbone Density We may lose...

If you have missing teeth, then your oral health, as well as your smile’s appearance, could suffer. In order to address the gaps in your smile, you may benefit from a lifelike dental prosthetic, or a replacement tooth. With dental implants, we provide our Olathe, KS, patients with natural looking replacements for lost teeth. Addressing Your Lost Tooth Roots When...

Typically, a dental bridge is held in place with dental crowns, which are attached to the natural teeth. But what if we could offer our Olathe, KS, patients a more secure and longer-lasting alternative? In today’s blog, we’re going to talk about the benefits of a dental bridge held in place with dental implants, and why addressing tooth loss is so important for...

Once again, we’re ready to tackle community events in Olathe, KS! Summer will be here before you know it, which means your little ones will be out of school and looking for something to do. In today’s blog, we’re looking at events taking place in late May and early June and talking about treatments to improve smile appearance prior to...

For a number of reasons, from wisdom tooth eruption to severe infection, we may need to remove a tooth to protect your smile’s health and stability. However, once we do and a gap is now in your smile, what next? In today’s blog, we’re looking at the how and why of dental extraction, as well as options for filling the...

If a patient sees us with a chipped tooth, or one suffering from advanced decay or infection, then we may recommend a restoration. To repair smiles in Olathe, KS, we may create and place a custom-made restoration made from a strong and lifelike material. Let’s look at how our custom dental crowns return teeth to full function, health, and beauty, often in just two...

Each week, we like to take time to look at what’s happening in Olathe, KS. From a community dinner to a chance to hit the trails at Mahaffie Stagecoach Stop and Farm, there is plenty to enjoy in our city this month. Remember, we also have cosmetic and restorative treatment to help you attend these events with your best possible...

If you have serious pain in your smile, such as when you eat, then you may have more than a cavity, you may have a dental infection. Without treatment, this issue could impact your smile’s health and even increase the risk of tooth loss. In order to stop the pain and preserve the tooth, we may offer patients in Olathe, KS, a...

A cavity often means aches and sensitivity in your smile, as well as an increased risk of dental infection unless treated. But who do we treat a cavity? For our patients in Olathe, KS, with aching, decayed teeth, we may offer a filling. Instead of relying solely on metal restorations, we have a natural looking alternative that can blend with your smile!...

With spring time finally here, you’ll find Olathe, KS, is host to a number of fun events and activities. In today’s blog, we’re going to focus on these events and talk about four community activities you and your family can take part in. If you want to attend these events and future ones with a brighter smile, be sure to...

Have you ever heard of porcelain veneers? A unique cosmetic restoration, they use thin shells to completely change how a tooth looks, addressing a wide array of esthetic concerns in just two visits. In today’s blog, we’re going to look at how these thin porcelain shells improve smiles in Olathe, KS, and what placing them requires. Creating a Custom Veneer Each one...

If you chip a tooth, then lack of treatment could mean tooth decay, infection, and discomfort. In order to prevent complications, we offer a single visit cosmetic treatment option for our Olathe, KS, patients. How does tooth bonding fix a tooth in one visit, and when should our patients talk to us about this unique cosmetic treatment option? What Do I Do...

People of all ages can be susceptible to cavity development. Therefore, treating the tooth decay that causes them is one of the most common reasons for visiting the dentist (besides regular checkups and cleanings). Because tooth decay can progress, becoming more and more serious over time, how you treat yours depends on how long it’s been allowed to remain. At our Olathe,...

During May, Olathe, KS will feature a number of fun community events, from sewing workshops to a family fun fest. Find out what’s going on in our city this May. If you want to attend one of these events with a healthier and brighter smile, then be sure to schedule a visit. We can help you enjoy improved oral health...

We’ve talked about how we often treat obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) using a custom-made oral appliance. But what if you require more than an oral appliance? For some patients in Olathe, KS, we may instead address sleep apnea using oral surgery. When does a dentist recommend sleep apnea surgery? What should patients expect from this procedure? When to Seek Treatment How do you...

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) prevents people from resting and may lead to serious impacts on overall health and quality of life. In order to help our patients in Olathe, KS, we offer custom-made treatment options. But how do we diagnose the problem? Instead of relying on patients trying to sleep in a lab setting, we have a convenient home sleep...