Dry mouth is more than just needing a drink of water. In fact, there's a medical term for it: xerostomia. It happens when your mouth doesn't produce enough saliva. Because saliva is your mouth's first line of defense, dry mouth…
We all love sweets. Even your friendly Overland Park dentist has been known to indulge. And for most of us, the craving seems more pronounced during the autumn and winter months. It's only natural, after all. The body is burning…
Later this month, the seasons officially change from summer to autumn. With that change often comes cooler weather, and for many of us that may mean a warm cup of coffee or tea to start our day or help keep…
It may not feel like it yet, but autumn is just around the corner. For many of us in the Midwest, that means the start of apple-picking season, among other things. Your Overland Park dentist loves apples, and we don't…
A new school year is just around the corner! That means your kids are going off on their own for most of the day, and they'll have a lot on their mind that might lead to them neglecting their oral…
Wrong. Even if you take great care of your teeth, there are lots of important reasons to see your friendly Overland Park family dentist regularly! Even though you may be a world-class tooth brusher (good for you!) and your flossing…
June is a big month for weddings, but in spite of the number of bridal magazines that you've been seeing on the stands lately, October is actually the most popular wedding month of the year. September is second, with June…
We've all heard that calcium is important for healthy teeth and bones, but did you know that calcium is also needed for our heart, muscles, and nerves to function properly and for our blood to clot? It's true! What's more,…
Sure, summer doesn't technically start until June 21, but most schools are out for summer break by the end of May. That means it's already time to hit the pool, fire up the grill, break out the picnic basket, and…
Your Overland Park dentist has written extensively about the importance of mouthguards to protect your children's teeth when they're playing sports. However, it's an important topic, and it bears repeating as the weather warms up and summertime sports season kicks…