When most people put together their grocery lists, they often forget to add one important item — mouthwash. Instead, they opt to purchase only toothpaste and dental floss. However, mouthwash boasts many benefits you should be made aware of — as well as a few cons to consider. Jim Anderson DDS is a local dentist’s office in Kansas City, MO, that offers general and cosmetic services, such as teeth cleaning and teeth whitening treatments. Their staff of compassionate dental care
Dr. Anderson has had a long career as a dentist, and, although he’s still in peak form, eventually he will retire. By the time that happens, the profession may be so changed that you’ll be worried about choosing your dentist by make, model, and software version because your next dentist could be a robot. Robots Growing More Sophisticated In the past,it seemed that there were many barriers to robots being able to perform critical tasks necessary for being a doctor,
Let’s face it; we have all been scared to go to the dentist at one time or another. However, for some of us, going for our dental check-up every six months is downright terrifying. Whether it is because of a bad experience as a child, fear of the unknown, or what we call “white-coat syndrome”, we want to help our patients to move past this fear and make their experience at our office the most pleasant and comfortable that it
School is out, summer is here, and a vacation could be on the way! Taking time off of work or school is a great opportunity to relax, catch up on your favorite TV shows, or head out of town on a trip. This break of routine is good for your body and mind, but it may not be the best for your smile. We’re not talking about your happiness, we’re talking about your teeth! Here’s what you should consider: Pack
Tubes of toothpaste come in many different forms. From different flavors to different textures and consistencies, there is a toothpaste out there for every family and every need. However, understanding the differences between each kind of toothpaste can be a real challenge. When selecting a toothpaste for you and your family, you want to be sure it will keep your teeth, gums, and mouth as healthy as possible. Let’s take a look at some of the most common kinds of
If your sleeping partner snores, it could be more than an annoyance: it could be a sign of sleep apnea. This occurs when air flow into the lungs becomes obstructed in the throat for a few seconds during sleep. The obstruction can take many forms, but a common one arises from the tongue relaxing against the back of the throat, producing snoring sounds as air attempts to pass through this restricted area. Sleep apnea can cause severe problems: lower daily
Unfortunately a lot of people are self-conscious about their smiles. From tutorials on how to smile better and what seems like every celebrity opting for veneers nowadays, there seems to be a lot of pressure on us to have perfect teeth! But just because your teeth aren’t perfectly straight or perfectly white does not mean they aren’t perfectly healthy and beautiful. Don’t believe us? Here are 3 reasons you should love your smile. 1. IT’S UNIQUELY YOURS. Just like a fingerprint, no
Growing up as a kid I always saw my grandmother flossing with some “weird device” that spat water through her teeth. I never really knew what it was until I entered the Dental field. This method is called water flossing. To this day, water flossing is controversial in the dental field. Even though water flossers have been evaluated more than 50 times since they were introduced in 1962, not all dental hygienists are complete believers in the product. More than
Shopping for a new mouthwash can seem overwhelming. When you’re standing in an aisle packed with different brands, scents, and types, you can have a hard time knowing which is right for you. But because each mouthwash promises a different outcome, you need to know what you’re looking for in a mouthwash or mouth rinse. Let’s take a look at a few of the different kinds of mouthwash, what they mean, and what they can deliver. Fluoride Rinse One of
We’re taking a walk on the silly side. Here are a few fun facts and interesting tidbits about dentistry. Fun dental facts about teeth If you’re taking a road trip this summer, these fun dental facts might keep you entertained. The average American spends 38.5 total days brushing their teeth during their lifetime. The average person only brushes for 45 to 70 seconds a day, the recommended amount of time is 2-3 minutes. 25% of adults DON’T brush their teeth
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