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Dental Emergency? Don’t Panic, We’re Here to Help
posted: Jan. 11, 2022.

Nobody can predict a dental emergency. That’s what makes them so terribly inconvenient. The good news is that our office is always available to assist you, so there’s no reason Read more
Make this the Year You Stop Smoking
posted: Jan. 04, 2022.

It’s a new year, and it couldn’t come fast enough for many of us! Let’s do our part to make this a better year in every way—and you can start Read more
New Year's Eve
posted: Dec. 28, 2021.

Watching the clock tick down the final seconds until midnight, many of us- Richard G Mark DDS included- feel nostalgic about the passing year and hopeful about the new one Read more
Teeth Whitening: Ways To Lighten the Color of Your Teeth
posted: Dec. 23, 2021.

Brightening your smile is a path to increased confidence and overall well-being. Minor innocuous daily habits such as drinking coffee and wine can leave stains on your teeth and lead to Read more
Five Clues That It’s Time to Replace Your Toothbrush
posted: Dec. 21, 2021.

Your dashboard lights up when you need an oil change. Your smoke detector beeps when you need to switch out the batteries. But when it’s time to replace your toothbrush, Read more
The Purpose of a Dental Crown
posted: Dec. 14, 2021.

A dental crown, otherwise known as a cap, covers an infected tooth and can vary in function, depending on the position of the tooth. Crowns cover all the visible parts Read more
How Long Do Dental Implants Last?
posted: Dec. 09, 2021.

Dental implants from your dentists in Independence, MO, can rebuild your smile Dental implants can last a lifetime, with proper care and maintenance. In fact, dental implants are the most successful Read more
‘Tis the Season—for Healthy Dental Choices!
posted: Dec. 07, 2021.

It might be the most wonderful time of the year, but if you’re dashing through the snow to an emergency dental appointment, you’re not feeling very jolly. And post-holiday, no Read more
Curing the Nail-Biting Habit
posted: Nov. 30, 2021.

Do you ever find yourself gnawing at your nails? Nail-biting is a very common and difficult to break habit which usually has its beginnings in childhood. It can leave your Read more
Thanksgiving in North America
posted: Nov. 23, 2021.

Thanksgiving marks the start to the holidays; a season filled with feasting, indulging, and spending time with family and friends are always special. Thanksgiving is a holiday meant for giving Read more
Why are my gums shrinking?
posted: Nov. 16, 2021.

If you’ve noticed that your teeth have appeared to be longer, you may be suffering from gum recession. This is a common problem among adults, and can result from several Read more
How Dry Mouth Affects Oral Health
posted: Nov. 11, 2021.

In some cases, experiencing dry mouth goes far beyond being thirsty or a little dehydrated. Some experience chronic dry mouth, which can affect a person’s oral health. Anyone suffering from Read more
What exactly is tinnitus?
posted: Nov. 09, 2021.

It’s estimated that about one in every five people is affected by tinnitus, which is a ringing or noise in the ears. But tinnitus isn’t a condition in itself; it’s Read more
Getting Ready for Winter
posted: Nov. 02, 2021.

Winter Is Coming. Okay, that sounded a lot more dramatic in a popular fantasy series. But here in the real world, winter is coming as well, so let’s look at some Read more
The Intriguing History of Halloween
posted: Oct. 26, 2021.

Halloween is fast approaching, and the doctor wanted to be sure to wish our patients a happy day, no matter how you might celebrate this holiday. The Halloween that is Read more