Blog - Dentist In Independence, MO

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Take Care of Your Dental Appliance to Extend its Longevity
posted: Jul. 18, 2017.

What do dentures, retainers and nightguards have in common? Along with orthodontic aligners and athletic mouthguards, they’re all types of removable dental appliances. They also share another commonality: each one Read more
Kathy Bates Plays It Smart With Professional Teeth Whitening
posted: Jul. 03, 2017.

Academy Award-winning actress Kathy Bates knows how important it is to present your best face to the world — and one of the most important features of that face is Read more
A Smile Makeover Depends on Balancing Technique with Beauty
posted: Jun. 25, 2017.

“Redesigning” a smile is a lot like remodeling a house: the technicalities of construction must blend seamlessly with what is perceived as elegant and beautiful. The first aspect — the Read more
How Often Should I Replace My Toothbrush?
posted: Jun. 21, 2017.

What your dentist at Independence wants you to know If your toothbrush has begun to look like a scrub brush more than a toothbrush, it’s time to replace it. If you Read more
Vivica's Veneers: the Making of a Hollywood Smile
posted: Jun. 10, 2017.

What's an actor's most important feature? According to Vivica A. Fox, whose most recent big-screen role was in Independence Day: Resurgence, it's what you see right up front. "On screen, your Read more
Only a Dental Exam can Identify the Root Cause of Your Tooth Pain
posted: May 26, 2017.

A toothache means you have tooth decay, right? Not necessarily — your pain could be signaling a number of potential causes. Determining where, how much and how often it hurts Read more
Expert Advice: Vivica A. Fox on Kissing and Oral health
posted: May 11, 2017.

Is having good oral hygiene important to kissing? Who's better to answer that question than Vivica A. Fox? Among her other achievements, the versatile actress won the “Best Kiss” honor Read more
All Gum Disease Treatments Have the Same Goal - Removing Bacterial Plaque
posted: Apr. 26, 2017.

Periodontal (gum) disease is a serious infection that can damage more than periodontal tissues — supporting bone structure is also at risk. Any bone loss could eventually lead to tooth Read more
The Importance Of Preventive Care
posted: Apr. 24, 2017.

Between work, family and social obligations, it's often hard to find enough time to schedule a haircut, let alone make space in your calendar for a dental appointment. Unfortunately, neglecting Read more
(Don't) Break It Like Beckham
posted: Apr. 11, 2017.

During his former career as a professional footballer (that's a soccer star to U.S. sports fans) David Beckham was known for his skill at “bending” a soccer ball. His ability Read more
Custom Oral Appliances Could Help Stop Sleep Apnea
posted: Mar. 27, 2017.

For millions of Americans, sleep apnea is a serious health condition. Not only can it impair your day-to-day living, you might be more susceptible to high blood pressure, heart disease Read more
America's (Dentists) Got Talent - for Fixing Damaged or Missing Teeth!
posted: Mar. 19, 2017.

A recent episode of “America’s Got Talent” featured an engaging 93-year-old strongman called The Mighty Atom Jr. The mature muscleman’s stunt: moving a full-sized car (laden with his octogenarian Read more
Factors Besides Oral Hygiene that Influence Your Risk for Tooth Decay
posted: Mar. 04, 2017.

Tooth decay is one of the world's most prevalent diseases — and one of the most preventable. We've known the primary prevention recipe for decades: brushing and flossing daily, and Read more
Master Illusionist Benefits from the Magic of Orthodontics
posted: Feb. 17, 2017.

Magician Michael Grandinetti mystifies and astonishes audiences with his sleight of hand and mastery of illusion. But when he initially steps onto the stage, it’s his smile that grabs the Read more
Why are My Teeth Discolored and What Can I Do?
posted: Feb. 09, 2017.

Learn how to deal with your dental stains from your Independence dentist. Would you like a whiter, brighter smile? Dentists offer several options that can improve the appearance of your teeth. Dr. Read more

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