It's the time of year when we start thinking about how to meet our New Year's resolutions. Some of the most popular resolutions involve getting in better shape, living a healthier life, spending less money, and traveling more. What many…
Sugar is a craving that almost all of us experience. We like sugar. It tastes good, and it gives our bodies a quick boost of energy. There's no shame in craving sugar. But take it from your dentist in Kansas…
While conventional wisdom may state that you need to take better care of your teeth as you age, here at your Kansas City family dentist, we believe that it's equally important to take good care of your teeth through every…
These days, the holiday season pretty much begins in October. Don't believe us? Just go to any of the stores and keep an eye out for Thanksgiving and even Christmas decorations creeping into the aisles earlier and earlier. October is…
It has been stated that more than half of all adults in the United States have some form of periodontal disease, also known as gum disease. What's more, according to data from the American Academy of Periodontology, adults over the…
By the time you become an adult, chances are you've been brushing (and hopefully also flossing!) your teeth under your own steam for at least a decade or more. So it may come as a surprise to learn that you…
Regular patients or frequent visitors to our site will already be aware that, as your Kansas City family dentist, we here at Blacker Family Dental pride ourselves on being at the forefront of a number of dental and orthodontic treatment…
Kansas City natives already know that KC is a great place to live, work, and raise a family, but it's always a pleasure when we see our city show up on lists of the Best Places in the United States,…
As a Kansas City family dentist, one question we hear all the time is, "How often should I replace my toothbrush?" Most people have some idea of how often they think it should happen, but those ideas can vary pretty…
Whether it's afterschool activities, sports, riding bikes, skateboarding, dancing, or just playing with friends, this is the time of year when kids are spending more time outdoors and being active. Kids engaged in active play—even if they're just playing physically…