Dry mouth is something that all of us have experienced at one time or another, but simply feeling thirsty is different from chronic dry mouth. Also known as dry mouth syndrome or xerostomia, chronic dry mouth is a condition where…
Spring is in the air! The weather is warming up, the grass is green, and the flowers and trees are in bloom. It’s the perfect time to spend a day with a friend or the family enjoying a picnic. What’s…
Many people believe that braces are just for kids and teenagers. It’s easy to assume that once a person reaches adulthood, it’s too late to correct overbites, crooked or crowded or gapped teeth, or other conditions. Fortunately, this simply isn’t…
Even a relatively mild Kansas City winter has more than its share of gloomy days. When the weather turns cold and the days get short and dark, it’s sometimes difficult to stick to our daily routines, and that includes our…
Winter has officially arrived in Kansas City, and temperatures have dropped well below freezing. While we’ve had some snow lately, we’ve also experienced that familiar “dry chill” that affects not just the air but also our oral health. Many of…
As we look ahead toward a brand new year, many of us are making lists of opportunities and changes that would help to make the next year the best ever. What are we talking about? New Year’s resolutions, of course!…
For many of us, the holiday season is a busy time, filled with family gatherings, friendly get-togethers, and work parties. All these festive events are brimming with food and delicious beverages to go along with the merriment and joyfulness that…
Autumn has finally arrived here in the greater Kansas City area, bringing with it cooler temperatures, changing leaves, and, of course, everyone’s favorite array of seasonal beverages. Whether you’re seeking a pumpkin spice latte or a hot apple cider, you’ll…
The seasons are changing, the weather is changing, and with all the great things that come with autumn in Kansas City, we also all know that it signals the start of flu season. What does that mean for your oral…
A bright, beautiful smile is something that we all crave. It’s a symbol of good health, a source of confidence, the first thing that we notice about other people, and the first thing that they notice about us. It helps…