As your Kansas City family dentist, we've talked before about how your oral health can have a significant impact on your overall health. Brushing, flossing, and regular dental checkups aren't just about keeping your teeth and gums clean and healthy;…
We all know that a beautiful, healthy smile is important. But what really makes a smile beautiful and why does it matter? For starters, a beautiful smile is a healthy smile. Straight teeth that are bright white are probably in…
Sure, we all know that sugar isn't particularly good for our teeth, but did you know that cutting back on how much sugar you eat has other wide-ranging health benefits for everything from your weight to your mood to your…
We've all found ourselves in this awkward situation at one time or another: We're eating and drinking—maybe having a business lunch—and we find ourselves face to face with friends, coworkers, or even people we don't know, and all the while…
The holiday season is almost always busy. There are meals to plan, parties to organize, gifts to buy, family gatherings to attend, the list goes on and on. Plus, if you're going to be hosting any of those gatherings, you've…
October is National Dental Hygiene Month! It's probably a good time for it, too, considering all those sacks of candy that are floating around everywhere by the end of the month. Sure, we all like the occasional piece of candy…
We all want brighter, whiter teeth, not just today but all through our lives. That's part of why we brush and floss and make bi-annual appointments with our Kansas City family dentist for cleanings and check-ups. But simply cleaning our…
It may still feel like summer in Kansas City, but the start of a new school year is just around the corner. Many Kansas City area kids head back to class by the third week of August, which means that…
Summer is the season of playing outside for kids and adults alike. There are summer sports programs, biking and walking on some of our many fabulous trails, playing in the pool, and any number of fun-in-the-sun activities. All of those…
Summer is a great time to gather with family and friends for a barbecue, picnic, or dining al fresco on your patio. Unfortunately, many of the foods that are typically served at these gatherings can be hard on your teeth…