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In our previous blog, we talked about how fillings treated cavities for our Olathe, KS, patients. But what if you have more severe cases of decay, or what if your tooth sustains serious damage? In these situations, we may instead opt for a custom-made crown. Fortunately, we can create restorations that blend with your smile! When Do We Need One? We may...

It can be pretty disheartening to hear that something is wrong with your smile. The ideal dental visit is probably one where you get a clean bill of health and maybe a reminder to floss more often. If you do get a recommendation from your dentist for restorative treatment such as a dental filling or root canal treatment, there is...

Once you lose your baby teeth as a child, your permanent teeth come into your smile. Aside from your wisdom teeth that may come in at a later age, your adult teeth are set. No new ones will come in after them. If one gets broken or gets a cavity, it will not heal on its own. While your bones...

Accidents happen. While there are certainly some types of accidents and injuries that can only be avoided with a time machine, carefulness and defense can keep many from happening. When it comes to tooth fractures, we have four tips that can help avoid the avoidable. If you do find yourself with a broken tooth, it is important to talk to...

If you have been told that you need a filling by a dentist, the suggestion came with an implied “as soon as possible.” If you need a filling, why is a now the right time? The most important reason is that tooth decay is progressive and it will get worse. However, in the actual sense of time, it is a good...

Endodontic treatment is also known as root canal treatment. It can become necessary if the roots of a tooth become inflamed and infected. Today we will explore the 3 R’s of endodontic treatment. The first will be to explain what Root canal treatment is, the second is pain Relief, and the third is tooth Restoration. Explaining these three R’s will hopefully...

If you have never heard the word, “bruxism,” before, it may not mean much to you at all. If you have been told that you may be experiencing bruxism, you might start to worry. Bruxism is the habitual clenching of the jaw and grinding of teeth. It can be caused by stress, misalignment of the bite, missing teeth, or a...

Many people believe that fillings only treat cavities and tooth decay. While that is a big part of the role that fillings play in dentistry, fillings can also restore teeth affected in other ways. Tooth-colored, composite fillings can treat cavities, restore damage, and help address the negative effects of teeth-grinding. Restoring a tooth is important to protect it from further...

It can be overwhelming to hear a diagnosis with a treatment recommendation that you may find scary. Despite being pop culture’s example of a harsh dental treatment, a root canal treatment is not as scary as maybe it once was. Thanks to advancements in dental technology and techniques, endodontic (root canal) treatment are equivalent to a dental filling in many...

Tooth loss as an adult can be somewhat of a traumatizing experience. Depending on if the tooth loss is in a visible part of your smile or not can all play into how much it may affect your feelings and confidence. A missing tooth in a visible part of your smile can lead to embarrassing questions or a loss of...

Accidents and injuries can seemingly come out of nowhere. One minute you are watching a movie eating popcorn, and the next minute, you are in a whirlwind of panic because you have chipped a tooth. Tooth damage, especially a chipped tooth in the front of your smile, can feel like a disaster. The good news, however, is that there are...

Restoring a tooth means repairing it in both form and function meaning that restoration can help with the tooth’s abilities to bite and chew as well as the way it looks. Restorative dentistry is the art of restoring your a weakened tooth into one that can be a strong, healthy part of your smile. Teeth that have been affected by...

Dental fillings are quite a common dental treatment. When tooth decay erodes the enamel of a tooth, a filling can be a way to restore the tooth and protect it from further effects of tooth decay. Left untreated, tooth decay can lead to discomfort, pain, and serious complications that can include loss of the tooth altogether. We have compiled a...

Whether it is brought about by severe tooth decay or accidental damage, a tooth extraction can sometimes become necessary.  The loss of a tooth, whether by extraction or other reasons, can lead to a drastic change in your smile’s function and appearance. It can lead to a  diminishing functions in biting, chewing, and maybe even speaking. Tooth loss can create...

You probably do your best to care of your smile and keep it healthy. If you brush and floss your teeth twice a day, mind your sugary snacks, drink plenty of water, and visit your dentist for regular exams, you are doing good work on caring for your smile. Though, sometimes, despite even the best of efforts, you can still...

Root canal treatments are fairly common dental procedures. However, if you have never experienced the process, then you may find yourself nervous if and when your dentist recommends it. The words, “root canal treatment,” can cause you to feel uneasy if you don’t understand how it helps. For decades, a root canal was a punchline in TV and movies to...

Your teeth are protected by the most resilient substance found within the human body, but they are not indestructible. Teeth crack and break all the time, even in very healthy strong mouths. While a fixing a broken bone bone can sometimes just involve setting it and allowing it to heal, fixing a broken tooth is quite different. In fact, a...

The reason why modern dental treatment is so effective is because it is more precise than it has ever been in the past. Using advanced diagnostic equipment, modern dental materials, and treatment techniques, most dental health issues can be effectively treated. In the case of tooth decay, the most common dental health issue, this means that treatment can entail different...

A dental crown is sometimes referred to as cap, and it used to restore a tooth in both appearance and function. Crowns can be made of materials like porcelain, zirconia, and a fusion of porcelain-fused-to-metal (PFM). The material used to make the crown is determined by where in the mouth it will be used. While some materials look more natural, stronger materials...

Cavities can happen even when you do your best to prevent them. Tooth decay and cavities can be caused for reasons other than poor oral hygiene and sweet treats. Teeth grinding, a misaligned bite, and even genetics can cause one person to be more susceptible to tooth decay than another. No matter the reason for a cavity, it is very...