You probably don't think much about your temporomandibular joints or even know what they are, but you use them all the time. Your temporomandibular joints (TMJ) connect the bones of your jaw to the rest of your skull, so when…
One of the benefits of working or learning from home is that we typically have more choices for meals and snacks than we might have at school or at the office. This can be both a good and bad thing.…
The weather sure can change quickly here in Kansas City, huh? It seems like just the other day the temperature was in the 90s, and now fall is right around the corner! Fortunately, your friendly Kansas City family dentist has…
If you've ever experienced a dental emergency such as a toothache, you know how important it is to have a dental plan and readily available dental care when you need it. Having a dentist who you trust and see regularly…
The Dog Days of Summer are right around the corner. Here in Kansas City, we know we're going to have hot, humid weather until at least the end of August. It's the time of year when most of us are…
People have been chewing gum since the earliest days of human civilization, when the first gums were derived from tree sap. It wasn't until the early 20th century that chewing-gum manufacturers added sweeteners and flavors. Millions of Americans got in…
Many of us are working from home these days. Like anything, working from home has its upsides and its downsides, but there are lots of benefits that come with working from home. There's no commute, you have a comfier dress…
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…