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.
Oftentimes, waking up with a sore or aching jaw every once in a while, is not something to fret over. Perhaps an individual slept wrong or is experiencing strain from talking in their sleep. In most circumstances, however, this can be indicative of a bigger concern such as grinding your teeth while you sleep, causing wear and increasing chances for... read more »
Many adults are under the impression that if they make sure to brush and floss regularly, they can maintain a healthy smile for life. While there is no refuting that brushing and flossing are a necessary part of keeping a healthy grin, they are only half of the standard regimen. Making sure to account for your diet as well as... read more »
Losing a tooth or multiple teeth as an adult is a process many would never want to endure. It is usually caused by a combination of poor oral hygiene combined with the progression of decay or infection. Fortunately, most dental concerns can be prevented early on if you maintain regular checkups and examinations to track your smile’s health. In today’s... read more »
As a child, losing a tooth is a natural occurrence that everyone goes through in order to make way for permanent adult teeth. As an adult, however, tooth loss is not a good thing, and can actually be indicative of a much larger concern such as infection, decay, or worse. Indeed, your only option to treat an infection so severe... read more »
Adult tooth loss is a topic that isn’t at the forefront of many people’s minds, as surely with excellent preventive care it can be avoided. Unfortunately, however, there are circumstances that warrant the need for an extraction, such as the necessity to preserve your oral health. When this occurs, however, it is just as important to have that missing structure... read more »
It’s almost time to ring out the old year, and ring in the new. But before 2020 turns over to 2021, take a few minutes to review end-of-year dental tips. Good oral hygiene is a 365-day process, and your Overland Park and Prairie Village, KS, dentist reminds you that good preventive care means less trouble with teeth, jaw and oral... read more »
As an adult, tooth loss is not a common phenomenon, and oftentimes can be prevented with routine oral care. When you do experience a lost structure through disease or extraction, however, it is important to have it replaced as not doing so could result in further loss and infection. But what happens if it is more than one tooth? Fortunately,... read more »
“Have you ever had an oral cancer screening?” may be the more apt question. Like screening for any kind of cancer, oral cancer screenings are designed to help your medical professional spot the signs of cancer formation before the cancer causes further damage. Unlike some other cancer screenings, oral cancer screenings can be performed by your dentist. It’s important to... read more »
Maintaining excellent oral health habits, including brushing and flossing your teeth, is the first step to achieving a healthful smile for life. An important thing to note, however, is that standard at-home dental care is only half the battle, and actually hinges on routine checkups and cleanings to keep your grin at its best. In fact, toothaches or pain are... read more »
When you develop a toothache, the discomfort itself can be hard to ignore. However, not everyone immediately considers what might be causing their toothache, or why it comes back after they’ve found a way to temporarily relieve it. The truth is that a chronic toothache can indicate one or more of several potential concerns with your tooth or oral health.... read more »
