RESPONSE TO COVID-19
In effort to control the spread of COVID-19 a Dry Hydrogen Peroxide (DHP) system has been installed in the office to reduce the percent of bacteria, viruses and mold in the air and on surfaces. This method has been proven in reduction of microbes in occupied spaces. DHP has been effective against every species of microbe on which it has been tested.
As concerns arise from how we prepare to fight this pandemic together within the community we are making changes within. We are advising patients to call when they arrive and wait in their cars until we are ready for them. This will diminish the number of people sitting in the waiting room and allows us to further disinfect the office adequately to keep everyone safe.
Your oral health is the top priority to consider when attending your routine preventive care visit. While a great deal of attention is often given to your smile’s appearance, its function and overall quality are just as important, if not even more so. As a result of improper care or other emergency circumstance, some people face major destruction and decay... read more »
There are many different dental treatment options that can address the effects of tooth decay. Tooth decay will damage your teeth over time, but dental fillings and dental crowns can repair this damage to restore your teeth. It will save you time and money in the long run if you do what you can to avoid the need for these... read more »
Dental decay is a common concern shared by a number of people, and it is up to us to ensure we are practicing excellent preventive care habits in order to keep our grins healthy. In some situations, however, it is entirely possible to experience. Chip or crack that does not affect the internal integrity of a structure and only causes... read more »
It goes without saying that there are a variety of concerns out there that can affect your oral health, and that it is not limited to one occurrence. From gum disease to sleep apnea, and even to the most common concern of decay, our smiles endure a great deal of threat over the years. In today’s blog, your Prairie Village,... read more »
When it comes to your oral health, most people’s biggest threat oven involves decay, periodontal disease, or other forms of concerns caused by harmful oral bacteria. In fact, these examples are among the most common dental issues there are, affecting millions of people every year. For some, however, these concerns become exacerbated by an improperly formed oral frenulum. In today’s... read more »
A number of to-do’s and norms have taken a backseat in light of the Coronavirus pandemic as families and individuals struggle to maintain a consistent schedule as everything changes. Unfortunately, oral health is one of these factors. While forgetting to floss your teeth after a meal every once-in-awhile is not the end of the world, skipping out on preventive dental... read more »
While it goes without saying that your oral health should be the top priority when it comes to maintaining a healthy, lifelong smile, it is also important to acknowledge that your grin’s appearance plays a significant role as well. In fact, a number of people often associate a beautiful grin with a positive image of self-confidence, as it is often... read more »
As one of the most common dental concerns there are, decay can affect any smile at any given time. To combat the negative effects spreading decay will cause, your dentist recommends staying on top of an involved preventive care routine, including brushing and flossing, watching what you eat, and attending regular routine checkups. In today’s blog, your Prairie Village, KS... read more »
It goes without saying that preventive care is the name of the game when it comes to maintaining a healthy smile for life. Without a disciplined routine of excellent care, you could be subject to concerns such as decay, infection, and even tooth loss. What’s more, without proper care after losing a tooth, you will begin to experience even more... read more »
For a number of individuals, the biggest threat to their oral health consists of functional problems that arise from severe infection or decay. In fact, these are the top causes of adult tooth loss, and while an extraction may remove the compromised structure, your problems will not stop there. Problems such as functional difficulties, lack of structural support, and even... read more »
