Gingivitis

Learn how to prevent gum inflammation and gingivitis when going through orthodontic treatment and wearing braces.

Keeping your gums healthy is a crucial part in maintaining good oral hygiene and preventing gum disease. As your local Kansas City Orthodontist, our goal is to help straighten your teeth to make cleaning them a breeze and give you the confidence you deserve. Even if you are someone who is cavity free, and have […]

Halitosis is the clinical word used to describe chronic bad breath. It is estimated that 25% of people are affected with this condition. Unfortunately, this is not something that a quick tooth brushing and mouthwash gargle in the morning will get rid of.  If you do have halitosis for an extended amount of time it is possible […]

Learn helpful facts about wearing braces while pregnant and discover tips you can benefit from during your orthodontic treatment.

Are you experiencing any gum swelling or discomfort while wearing braces? If so, consider this helpful information about gum health and learn ways to prevent swelling.

Popular American talk show, “The View” has tapped into an issue that has generated much buzz in the dental world. One of the four hosts, Whoopi Goldberg, shared a very real experience with the viewers in 2016 about gum disease. “For years and years, I let my mouth go and I am now paying the price,” […]