May 4th, 2020:
At Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry of Kansas City, our main goal has always been to protect the health of our patients, our team, and our community. As of today, our office will reopen on Monday, May 18.
Here are some more details you should know:
If you have a dental emergency, please contact us and we’ll take care of you. If you’re in pain, have a broken tooth or an abscess, please call our office at 816-897-4288.
We will be reaching out to you to reschedule any missed appointments and schedule future appointments.
Our online practice portal is always open. You can log in at www.patientconnect365.com
You can also join our patient wait list to be notified when our office re-opens.
We wish you all good health. Please know that we will get through this together!
Be safe,
The team at Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry of Kansas City
Independence Day in the US is a big deal! People come together to grill, go for a swim, and shoot off fireworks. Which also means that it might be the first time you see some of your friends in a while!
Which makes this a perfect time for quick cosmetic touch-ups, and many people have time off from work. Today, your Kansas City, MO dentist touches on our speediest procedures that can get you in and out in a jiffy!
If you’re over the age of 50, your doctor may have spoken to you about osteoporosis. This is a disease of the skeletal system that leads to weaker bones. While we typically think of this affecting hips and legs, it can also have a damaging impact on your oral health, as well.
A loss of bone matter in the jaw can risk the health of your teeth. Today, your Kansas City, MO dentist speaks on the dangers of osteoporosis on your oral health, and the best ways to treat the condition. (more…)
I know it may seem like dentists hammer on about routine cleanings. You may think that the dentist is just trying to squeeze an additional visit out of you.
But it helps remove any plaque or tartar that has built up on the teeth. Your regular daily oral health regimen cannot remove tartar, it must be done at a dental office.
Today, your Kansas City, MO dentist explains the benefit of a routine cleaning. It is more important than you think!
When summer hits, we all certainly try to look our best. We hit the gym, maybe get a little tan before you go out in the sun. But what about your stained teeth? You can get those refreshed quickly and effortlessly.
Today, your Kansas City, MO dentist talks to you about your options in brightening your smile for the summer days ahead!
Whenever you go to see your dentist, you’re given a set of instructions on how to properly care for your teeth. Brushing and using a medicated rinse never seem to garner the same groans that flossing does. But this activity can help keep your teeth intact, as bacterial growth between the teeth can easily infect the entirety of the tooth.
Maybe it’s the time, or any pain with flossing gums that have not been cared for, but people seem particularly averse to keeping to a strict flossing regimen. Today, your Kansas City, MO dentist discusses the ways flossing can save your mouth, and also your wallet! (more…)
People notice, as they age, that their smile simply isn’t as stunning as it once was. Years of use can lead to damage, from chips to larger breaks.
And oral health is affected by many things. Diabetes, pregnancy, cancer, all can lead to mouths that just don’t look quite as beautiful as they did when you were younger.
Porcelain veneers can revitalize your smile with a new set of teeth, with a natural appearance. Nobody will ever know you’ve had them done!
Today, your Kansas City, MO dentist talks to you a bit about how veneers are a great solution for aging teeth. (more…)
Some things are simply out of our control. And unfortunately, that can lead to broken teeth. Whether it be from an errant pitch of a baseball or a car accident, there are a million different ways our teeth can become broken.
With a broken tooth, life can be absolutely miserable. Luckily, porcelain crowns can be used to recreate a broken tooth, giving new life to your smile. But how much of your original tooth is necessary for a successful operation? Today, your Kansas City, MO dentist writes on how this procedure functions.
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Fixed dentures, also known as implant-supported or “all-on-4” dentures, are prosthetics for those patients who require a full new set of teeth. Rather than using adhesives, these are teeth designed to attach to the jaw bone itself. Today, your Kansas City, MO dentist discusses whether this procedure might be your best solution!
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For most people, the grinding of teeth isn’t a serious medical issue. For some, however, this unconscious activity can lead to serious dental and medical concerns.
Also known by the medical term bruxism, persistent teeth grinding can alter the way the teeth sit in the mouth. You can also wear down the teeth so that they become smaller and misshapen. If this condition is left untreated, it can even require jaw surgery!
Today, your Kansas City, Mo dentist writes on how a night guard may save you a headache in the long run.
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When you decide to get implants, there is always a period of preparation. Whether you have gone with a single tooth replacement or an entire mouth, you want to make sure you are doing everything you can to make sure your operation succeeds
So today, we talk about how best to prepare for implant surgery, from your Kansas City, MO dentist! (more…)
