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March 28, 2022
Tooth Pain? Don’t Wait!
Early Interception can save emotional, physical and financial stress....
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March 28, 2022
Dental Injuries
The person least likely to be present when a sports injury occurs is a dentist....
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March 28, 2022
Tooth Decay
The World’s Oldest and Most Widespread Disease...
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March 28, 2022
Emergency Care
When you have a dental emergency — whether it’s caused by a sudden accident or chronic disease —...
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March 14, 2022
Smile Makeover
Smiling with confidence makes you feel great. A beautiful smile is also an important social and professional asset....
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March 14, 2022
Periodontal (Gum) Disease
While you may think that some loss of teeth is inevitable with aging, it is actually possible for...
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Cosmetic Procedures
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March 14, 2022
Smile Makeover
Smiling with confidence makes you feel great. A beautiful smile is also an important social and professional asset....
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March 14, 2022
Fillings
If you have never had a cavity, congratulations! If you have had one, you are not alone. About...
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March 14, 2022
Crowns & Bridgework
Dentistry is an art as well as a science; dental crowns offer a perfect example of this. A...
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March 14, 2022
Inlays & Onlays
There are times when a tooth suffers damage (from decay, for example) that is too extensive to be...
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March 14, 2022
Tooth-Colored Fillings
If you could have fillings that matched the natural color of your teeth so well that nobody could...
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March 14, 2022
Cosmetic Tooth Bonding
We are proud of the ways in which dentistry can restore broken or decayed teeth to full beauty...
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Endodontics
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March 14, 2022
Root Canal Treatment
Root canal treatment — also called endodontics (“endo” – inside, “dont” – tooth) — is a set of...
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March 14, 2022
Root Canal Retreatment
Most of the time, root canal therapy is effective at permanently relieving tooth pain and halting infection of...
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March 14, 2022
Root Canal Surgery (Apicoectomy)
Occasionally, root canal treatment proves unsuccessful at resolving an infection in the tissues near a tooth’s roots. That’s...
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March 14, 2022
Whitening Traumatized Teeth
Teeth whitening is one of the most popular cosmetic dental treatments — and it’s easy to see why....
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March 14, 2022
Tooth Sensitivity
If your teeth seem especially sensitive after you brush them or when you consume certain foods or beverages,...
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March 14, 2022
Cracked Teeth
Firmly anchored in your jaw and protected by an outer coating of tough enamel, your teeth are remarkably...
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Orthodontics
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March 14, 2022
Invisalign for Teens
There’s a new technology that’s (literally) putting a smile on plenty of young faces: A system of clear,...
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March 14, 2022
Orthodontic FAQs
What do orthodontists do? Orthodontists are dental specialists who diagnose and treat problems with the position, alignment or...
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March 14, 2022
Invisalign for Adults
When you hear the word “orthodontics,” what comes to mind? Probably a young teenager whose teeth are covered...
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March 14, 2022
Post-Orthodontic Care
One day in the not-too-distant future, your braces will come off. In a few moments, you’ll be free...
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March 14, 2022
Brushing & Flossing with Braces
You know how important it is to brush and floss properly when you’re wearing braces — but what’s...
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March 14, 2022
Adult Orthodontic Treatment
There are more and more adult orthodontic patients these days, and it’s not hard to figure out why....
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Dental Implants
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March 14, 2022
Top Reasons to Choose Dental Implants
The dental implant is today’s state-of-the-art tooth replacement method. It consists of a very small titanium post (the...
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March 14, 2022
Hidden Consequences of Losing Teeth
If you have lost any of your teeth, you no doubt realize there are consequences to living without...
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March 14, 2022
Dental Implants FAQs
What are dental implants? Dental implants are small titanium posts that replace the roots of missing teeth (View...
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March 14, 2022
Bone Grafting
Replacement teeth supported by dental implants function so well and last so long because, like natural teeth, they...
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March 14, 2022
Fixed Dentures
If you have lost an entire arch of teeth (top and/or bottom), or are soon to have your...
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Oral Hygiene & Oral Health
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March 14, 2022
Mouthrinses
Numerous studies have shown that using an appropriate mouth rinse, in conjunction with regular brushing and flossing, is...
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March 14, 2022
Oral Hygiene for Kids
Teeth can last a lifetime if you take care of them right — and the best time to...
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March 14, 2022
Tips to Prevent Cavities
Cavities are little holes in teeth that can eventually cause big problems. They form when tooth-eroding acid attacks...
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March 14, 2022
Preventive Dentistry
You’ve no doubt heard it said that an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. In...
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March 14, 2022
Oral Cancer
Cancer is a scary word, but the more you know about it, the better able you will be...
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March 14, 2022
Bad Breath
Bad Breath, or halitosis, is an embarrassing problem that affects millions. To combat it, many people use breath...
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Dental Technologies
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March 14, 2022
Same-Day Crowns (CAD/CAM)
A tooth that has been structurally damaged by decay or trauma sometimes needs to be crowned or “capped”...
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March 14, 2022
Laser Dentistry
They are inside your laptop computer and your DVD player, present on the factory floor and the supermarket...
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March 14, 2022
Laser Decay Diagnosis
Laser technology is becoming quite commonplace in a wide variety of areas throughout the healthcare industry; but did...
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March 14, 2022
Intra-Oral Camera
The intra-oral camera is a valuable tool dental professionals can use to help you understand your examination, diagnosis...
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March 14, 2022
Air Abrasion
In the future, could small cavities be detected early and filled without anesthesia, and with only the minimum...
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March 14, 2022
Digital X-Rays
It’s almost impossible to imagine the practice of dentistry without x-ray technology. Radiographs (x-ray pictures) allow dentists to...
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Common Problems
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March 14, 2022
Periodontal (Gum) Disease
While you may think that some loss of teeth is inevitable with aging, it is actually possible for...
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March 14, 2022
Oral Cancer
Cancer is a scary word, but the more you know about it, the better able you will be...
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March 14, 2022
Bad Breath
Bad Breath, or halitosis, is an embarrassing problem that affects millions. To combat it, many people use breath...
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March 14, 2022
Traumatic Dental Injuries
Traumatic dental injuries can occur in people of all ages and activity levels. The cause might be a...
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March 14, 2022
Snoring & Sleep Apnea
You know it instinctively: A good night’s sleep is essential for good health. It makes you feel rested...
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March 14, 2022
TMD
If you experience ongoing pain in the area near your ear, your jaw or the muscles on the...
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March 14, 2022
Facial Trauma and Reconstructive Surgery
When you were a youngster, did you ever get a black eye, chip a tooth or bruise your...
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March 14, 2022
Headaches & Migraines
People don’t generally think of a dentist as the healthcare professional to see for recurring headaches or migraines;...
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March 14, 2022
Cleft Lip & Palate Repair
Cleft lip and cleft palate are among the most common birth defects, estimated to affect around one in...
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March 14, 2022
Tooth Sensitivity
If your teeth seem especially sensitive after you brush them or when you consume certain foods or beverages,...
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Oral Surgery
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March 14, 2022
Sinus Surgery
If you want to replace a missing or failing tooth with a state-of-the-art dental implant (watch dental implant...
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March 14, 2022
Oral Cancer Screening
Although oral cancer may not get as much attention as some more widely-known types of cancer, that doesn’t...
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March 14, 2022
Wisdom Teeth
In most people, the third set of molars, generally called “wisdom teeth,” start coming in around age 17-25....
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March 14, 2022
Facial Trauma and Reconstructive Surgery
When you were a youngster, did you ever get a black eye, chip a tooth or bruise your...
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March 14, 2022
Headaches & Migraines
People don’t generally think of a dentist as the healthcare professional to see for recurring headaches or migraines;...
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March 14, 2022
Cleft Lip & Palate Repair
Cleft lip and cleft palate are among the most common birth defects, estimated to affect around one in...
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Pediatric Dentistry
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March 14, 2022
Sealants
The most likely location for a cavity to develop in your child’s mouth is on the chewing surfaces...
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March 14, 2022
Age One Dental Visit
New parents have plenty to worry about: making sure their baby is healthy and happy, re-arranging their lives...
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March 14, 2022
Teething
New parents sometimes anticipate their baby’s first tooth with a mixture of excitement and worry. While reaching a...
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March 14, 2022
Space Maintainers
Your child’s little baby teeth have some big responsibilities. Until the adolescent years, they will not only help...
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March 14, 2022
Sleep Apnea & Behavior Problems in Children
The number of children diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) has been steadily increasing over the past...
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March 14, 2022
Thumb Sucking
Sucking on a thumb or finger is a completely normal habit that some babies develop even before they’re...
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Dental Emergency
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March 28, 2022
Tooth Pain? Don’t Wait!
Early Interception can save emotional, physical and financial stress....
READ MORE
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March 28, 2022
Dental Injuries
The person least likely to be present when a sports injury occurs is a dentist....
READ MORE
![Tooth Decay](https://kcdentist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Dental-Emergency-Tooth-Decay-scaled.jpg)
March 28, 2022
Tooth Decay
The World’s Oldest and Most Widespread Disease...
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March 28, 2022
Emergency Care
When you have a dental emergency — whether it’s caused by a sudden accident or chronic disease —...
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March 14, 2022
Traumatic Dental Injuries
Traumatic dental injuries can occur in people of all ages and activity levels. The cause might be a...
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March 14, 2022
Orthodontic Emergencies
At first, having orthodontic treatment may take a little getting used to. It isn’t uncommon to experience a...
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Overcoming Dental Anxiety
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March 14, 2022
Laser Dentistry
They are inside your laptop computer and your DVD player, present on the factory floor and the supermarket...
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March 14, 2022
Sedation Dentistry
There’s so much dentistry can do these days to make your mouth healthier and your smile more beautiful....
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March 14, 2022
Nitrous Oxide
Some people fail to receive the benefits of modern dental treatment because of a simple yet seemingly overwhelming...
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March 14, 2022
Anesthesia Wand
If you’ve ever had needle phobia, you might like to learn about a new technology referred to as...
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Periodontal Therapy
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March 14, 2022
Periodontal (Gum) Disease
While you may think that some loss of teeth is inevitable with aging, it is actually possible for...
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March 14, 2022
Ultrasonic Cleanings
After a thorough, professional tooth cleaning, you know that your teeth look brighter and feel fresher. But tooth...
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March 14, 2022
Periodontal Flap Surgery
When advanced gum disease (periodontitis) develops, your teeth are in danger: At this stage, the ligaments and bone...
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March 14, 2022
Oral Systemic Connection
Maintaining good oral health has many rewards: A sparkling smile, fresh breath, and healthy gums. But recent scientific...
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March 14, 2022
Non-Surgical Periodontal Treatment
Periodontal (gum) disease is an infection caused by bacterial plaque, a thin, sticky layer of microorganisms (called a...
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March 14, 2022
Gum Grafting
If gum recession is affecting your health or your appearance, a procedure called gingival (gum) grafting may be...
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