From road trips to pool days, from cookouts to sporting events, summer is full of snacking opportunities. In fact, sometimes they drive right up to your door in the form of the ice cream truck. As you may already have…
Schools around Kansas City started summer break a few weeks ago, and the official start of summer is right around the corner. For parents with active kids, this means a season full of sports, camps, family vacations, and plenty of…
Many public schools around the greater Kansas City area will be letting out for summer break soon if they haven’t already. The kids have been cooped up in school, and they’re eager to get out and do something new. That’s…
For many of us, March is a time of fresh starts as we transition from winter to spring. It’s also the month in which we recognize World Oral Health Day, which takes place on Friday, March 20. World Oral Health…
Love is in the air this month, so why not show your smile a little extra love too? We all know the best ways to take care of our smiles include brushing and flossing every day, making regular visits to…
This is the time of year when people are thinking about New Year’s resolutions, and many of the most popular resolutions are centered on health and wellness. Too often, however, these health-focused resolutions forget one of the most important aspects…
With the holiday season here, we’re all working extra hard to stay on Santa’s “Nice” list. But did you know that your Kansas City family dentist has our very own “Naughty” list? Yep! It’s a list of holiday habits that…
Is flossing really necessary? It’s a question we get a lot here at Blacker Family Dental in Kansas City. The answer is an emphatic YES! While brushing your teeth at least twice a day is absolutely essential, that alone isn’t…
Did you know that October is National Dental Hygiene Month? It’s as good a time as any to think about your dental health, a subject that you should be cognizant about all year round. While you can do a lot…
Did you know that September 15-19 is Malnutrition Awareness Week? As your family dentist in Kansas City, we think this week is an important time to focus on the vital role that proper nutrition plays in overall health, including dental…