RESPONSE TO COVID-19
In effort to control the spread of COVID-19 a Dry Hydrogen Peroxide (DHP) system has been installed in the office to reduce the percent of bacteria, viruses and mold in the air and on surfaces. This method has been proven in reduction of microbes in occupied spaces. DHP has been effective against every species of microbe on which it has been tested.
As concerns arise from how we prepare to fight this pandemic together within the community we are making changes within. We are advising patients to call when they arrive and wait in their cars until we are ready for them. This will diminish the number of people sitting in the waiting room and allows us to further disinfect the office adequately to keep everyone safe.
Whether or not teeth-whitening is the right choice for brightening your smile depends on a variety of different things. The procedure is popular because it’s effective, but only works on certain types of teeth stains. The stains themselves may not pose a threat to your oral health, so it might not seem important enough to take time off for a... read more »
How often have you been told that you should undergo regular checkups and cleanings? Well, there is a very good reason dental professionals recommend these routine preventive visits for people of all ages. In today’s blog, your Prairie Village, KS, prosthodontist will take a look at our routine exams and cleanings, and explain how they help preserve the health... read more »
Dental checkup and cleaning appointments are the most common form of general dental health care. Regardless of the state of your oral health, attending an appointment as frequently as your dentist recommends is important to keeping your smile healthy and free of disease. However, while everyone may recognize that they should visit their dentists regularly, not everyone understands the full... read more »
In honor of February’s Gum Disease Awareness Month – a global public awareness campaign for preventing gum disease – our practice wants to help spread the word about this insidious disease. That’s because it can destroy your smile if it is left untreated. Fortunately, you can take action to help prevent this from happening! Gum disease is caused by the... read more »
If a molar or premolar develops a large area of tooth decay, your oral health could become significantly compromised. It’s important that Dr. repair the cavity as soon as possible to prevent a more serious dental problem. If you suspect one or more teeth has a cavity or you have developed some sensitivity, we encourage you to see the... read more »
Have you recently undergone oral surgery? If so, there are things you need to do to properly recover. Recovery is essential when restoring your oral health and function, so make sure to take it seriously. Our team and Dr. are happy to tell you all about how to properly recover. It’s best to do the following things: - Rest... read more »
Here at , we endeavor to use our new blog as a regular means for publishing valuable content for our community through monthly blog posts. Thanks to the wonders of the Internet, we’re able to further explore some of the most important topics pertaining to our industry and area of expertise here on our website through these articles. Each profession... read more »
