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The team at E-Care Dentistry are proud to serve the smiles of families across Olathe, Kansas with caring dental expertise. We are incredibly proud to serve patients in the Olathe community. To celebrate this special community, we want to highlight some events that are going on in Olathe and the surrounding communities. On this list of events, you may find...

Losing a tooth as an adult is a much different scenario than losing a tooth as a child. For starters, adult tooth loss usually is not accompanied by a dollar under your pillow from the Tooth Fairy. Adult tooth loss is usually the result of a negative experience, since most adult teeth (apart from wisdom teeth) are not designed to...

Snoring is a very common; according to the American Sleep Apnea Association, approximately 90 million Americans are snorers. Half of those snorers are labeled as “simple snorers” while the other half have a sleep disorder known as sleep apnea. If you and your dentist can identify if your snoring is just snoring or a sign of obstructive sleep apnea, you can better know the...

We here at E-Care Dentistry are proud to serve the smiles of families across Olathe, Kansas with expert dental care. We are incredibly proud to offer care for patients in the Olathe community. To celebrate our special community, we would like to highlight some events that are going on in and around Olathe. With this list of events, you may...

Prevention is an essential part of protecting a child’s smile and keeping it healthy. Good oral hygiene habits developed can help prevent potential problems. Good oral hygiene includes brushing and flossing at home and visiting your dentist at least twice a year. Your dentist may recommend treatments such as dental sealants and fluoride treatments to help create a preventative and protective plan...

Gum disease is one of the most common chronic diseases in the world; nearly half of all adult Americans have had some form of gum disease (also known as periodontal disease). While It is preventable, treatable, and even reversible in the early stages, periodontal disease can lead to health complications in the rest of your body, such as, heart disease,...

A dull, yellowing smile can be deflating when you look at yourself in the mirror. It can make you look older than you actually are, feel less confident in your interactions with other people, or self-conscious about laughing or smiling. Your smile should provide a confidence boost rather than make you feel insecure. One of the fastest ways you can...

Have you ever wondered if all of your worry about cavities is just too much? Maybe you have thought to yourself that tooth decay might not be as bad as people say it is. Do you think that maybe getting cavities is just normal thing that every person should accept? These kind of thoughts may make you believe that you...

Gum disease is a very common chronic disease that is preventable, treatable, and even reversible in its earliest stages. Scaling and root planing is a deep, periodontal cleaning that can stop gum disease from progressing into the dangerous stages and help manage it once it has. If you have any stage of gum disease, a scaling and root planing can help to protect...

Maintenance is important in many aspects of your life. Routine visits to the dentist are an essential part of maintaining your smile’s health. Visiting your dentist at least two times a year for both a checkup and a cleaning are part of your oral health maintenance. There are plenty of things in life that you know you need to do. Do you...

A dental crown is sometimes referred to as cap, and it used to restore a tooth in both appearance and function. Crowns can be made of materials like porcelain, zirconia, and a fusion of porcelain-fused-to-metal (PFM). The material used to make the crown is determined by where in the mouth it will be used. While some materials look more natural, stronger materials...

Cavities can happen even when you do your best to prevent them. Tooth decay and cavities can be caused for reasons other than poor oral hygiene and sweet treats. Teeth grinding, a misaligned bite, and even genetics can cause one person to be more susceptible to tooth decay than another. No matter the reason for a cavity, it is very...

Some cosmetic issues with your smile may give you a sense of individuality. Perhaps you have a small gap in your front teeth that makes your smile feel unique to you. If your smile is healthy and it makes you feel confident, you already have a perfect smile. If your smile makes you feel self-conscious or if you ever find...

Olathe, KS, is a vibrant community with plenty of activities for people and families to do. We love getting to serve such a great town. We have gathered up some of the upcoming activities going on this weekend and beyond in Olathe. Olathe Activities The Prince of Peace Women’s Association is hosting Taste & See: A Ladies Retreat on February...

There is a common misconception that dentures are only for the elderly. While many older people do wear the dentures, they can be appropriate and restorative for anyone at any age who has experienced extensive dental loss. Dentures can be customized to suit your smile’s needs. You may need a full set for a full-smile restoration or just partial dentures...

Wisdom teeth extractions or tooth loss as a child do not need to be replaced, however most other instances of adult tooth loss should be followed by replacement. Losing a tooth as an adult leads to effects on your appearance, abilities to speak, bite, and chew, problems for your other teeth, and potential bone loss in your jaw. Replacing a...

Olathe, Kansas is a wonderful community filled with wonderful people. While winter may be in full effect, there are still plenty of things to do to interact with your neighbors. The dentists and team at E-Care Dentistry are so proud to get to serve the smiles of the residents of Olathe and surrounding communities.  Upcoming Events On February 2nd, the Olathe Community...

Losing a tooth when you are an adult is a much different experience than losing a tooth as a child. A missing tooth can make a big difference in your appearance. It can also affect your abilities to chew, bite, and speak. Losing a tooth can also lead to a loss of bone density in the jawbone that supports your...

Studies show that using your facial muscles to smile can be a great way to improve your mood and build confidence. However, if your smile makes you feel insecure, you may find yourself doing it less often. If specific issues with your smile’s appearance like deep discoloration, uneven gaps or spacing, or cosmetic damage are keeping you from smiling, there...

If something about your smile is unhealthy or if it makes you feel insecure about the appearance, you may want to correct the issue with cosmetic dentistry. Bonding and contouring can be a straightforward ways to update your smile. Cosmetic bonding uses the same material used in tooth-colored fillings, a composite resin, to permanently enhance your tooth. The bonding material...