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tooth-whitening

A new year is kicking in and so many exciting things are on the horizon! Many of us vow to make self-care more important in our daily routines, and there’s no better way to do that than brightening and lightening your smile at Adams Dental Group. Our smile plays such a big role in our self-confidence and boosting the look of your smile is a wonderful way to take care of yourself and boost your confidence at the beginning of a new year with so many possibilities.

Why Should I Brighten My Smile?

Normal daily life can take a toll on the brightness of your smile. Drinking coffee, wine, and eating certain foods can make our teeth lose their shine or appear dull. Don’t hold back your smile, brighten your teeth the safest way, at our office. While there may be multiple over-the-counter methods for teeth whitening, professional teeth whitening is by far the safest and most successful option for removing stains.

Cosmetic dentistry: https://www.webmd.com/oral-health/ss/slideshow-cosmetic-dentistry

Professional Teeth Whitening

One of our most common ways to enhance the look of anyone’s smile is teeth whitening. It’s quick and safe and provides beautiful results every time. While at-home treatments can make your teeth feel sensitive and can take multiple treatments, our treatment is one and done, and doesn’t cause uncomfortable sensitivity. Professional teeth whitening penetrates deeper into the tooth to remove more stains than any over-the-counter product ever could.

Professional teeth whitening delivers optimum results in a relatively short amount of time. Performed under the supervision of a dentist, this method of whitening has gained popularity among those who either are dissatisfied with over-the-counter (OTC) products or are preparing for a special occasion.

Here are a few culprits that can leave stains on your teeth:

Food and drink: As we mentioned above, our normal eating and drinking routine can dull our teeth and leave behind stains. Certain foods are high in pigmentation or acid and leave behind stubborn stains – like coffee, red wine and blueberries.
Poor oral hygiene: If you’re not on top of your oral hygiene routine, then plaque build-up can leave stains.
Aging: When we age, the enamel (outer layer) of our teeth becomes thinner and doesn’t protect us from stains as well.
Medications: Certain medications can be harsh on your teeth and leave behind yellowing and stains.

Adams Dental Group Offers Multiple Brightening Options

Bringing a brighter smile to your mouth isn’t always just professional whitening treatments. If you’re looking to really revamp your smile, we offer total smile makeovers. Sometimes this includes SureSmile clear aligners for straighter teeth, porcelain veneers or crowns.

Dr. Roberts and his team of experts at Adams Dental Group love to work with our patients to discover their smile goals. We work with each patient on an individual basis to customize the perfect treatment plan. Now is the perfect time make the most of dental technology and tools to get a brighter and lighter smile!

Learn More about the cosmetic dentistry options available at Adams Dental Group HERE.

Local dentist, Travis A. Roberts and his experienced, friendly team at Adams Dental Group offer affordable family dentistry and gentle dental care in the Kansas City, KS area. We have two locations that are conveniently located and offer appointment times Monday through Friday to meet your needs. At Adams Dental Group, we provide most dental services, from family and general dentistry to specialty procedures, including dental implants, dentures, endodontic or root canal treatment, teeth whitening, cosmetic dentistry and much more. We accept most dental insurance plans and offer affordable financial solutions for any budget. Call us at our West location (913) 296-8030 to schedule an appointment.

Dr. Travis A. Roberts, DDS December 29th, 2020

Posted In: Cosmetic

Tags: professional teeth whitening, teeth whitening services

mask-mouth

While face masks have helped prevent the spread of COVID-19, they have posed a new problem to patients AND dentists – a term coined: “mask mouth”. While our face masks are to form a barrier to stop droplets traveling in the air to another person, wearing a mask for a long period of time can cause some unwanted side effects that dentists are seeing more and more. Not wearing your mask isn’t the answer, so we’ve complied a list of helpful tips to reduce the effects of mask mouth and help prevent it altogether.

Learn More about the stinky side effect of “Mask Mask” HERE.

“Mask Mouth” Symptoms:

Bad Breath and Dry Mouth: One of the most common sign of “mask mouth” is bad breath. If you’re breathing through your mouth while wearing a mask, you’re drying out your mouth and causing bad breath. This can also cause dry lips. Saliva is such a great tool that our body already produces to help keep the germs out of our mouth, so when our mouth becomes dry and we lose saliva production, we build more bad-breath bacteria in the mouth. Less saliva in the mouth also means we are more prone to tooth decay and infections. So, when we are wearing our mask often and experience dry mouth, we’re advancing or progressing tooth decay.
Bleeding Gums: Another symptom of mask mouth is bleeding or swollen gums. This also comes from an excess of bacteria and plaque in the mouth.

Learn the truth behind mask mouth HERE.

What You Can Do

Continue to wear your mask, as recommended! However, if you’re experiencing any of the above symptoms, try these preventive techniques.

Freshen up often and focus on your oral health routine. Brush your teeth twice a day and floss once a day. Make sure you’re brushing your teeth correctly and try keeping mouthwash on hand to fight bad breath and bacteria in-between your brushings. Chewing sugar-free gum can also help with this.
Stay hydrated. Drink water throughout the day and try to avoid alcohol, coffee, and sugary drinks, which can cause dehydration and buildup of bacteria.
Use a clean mask. Replace your mask often and clean between wearing.
Take fresh air breaks. Try and take a few breaks throughout the day and breath fresh air through your nose.

Consult the Experts at Adams Dental Group

If you’re experiencing significant problems with your oral health due to mask mouth, make an appointment to come and see us! We can help you understand what’s going on and provide an exam and solutions. Our staff is here to support you! Watch a short video HERE.

Dr. Travis A. Roberts, DDS December 28th, 2020

Posted In: Dental Health Tips

Tags: covid-19, gum disease, oral care

mouth-body-connection

Dental Health is Important to Your Overall Health

Did you realize there is a “Mouth Body Connection”? You probably learned to brush your teeth at a very young age. The basics of dental care have been drilled into our brains from our parents for as long as we can remember, but as adults, the importance of our oral health can seem less and less important as we live our daily lives.

Life can get busy and hectic, and sometimes, we tend to worry more about our overall health and wellness than our mouth’s health. The truth is, our whole body is connected. When your mouth isn’t healthy, it’s often an indication that something is wrong. That’s why dentists are regularly the first line of defense for diagnosing certain diseases, such as diabetes, oral cancer, heart diseases, etc.

Your mouth is a window into the overall health of your body. Learn more from the ADA about Healthy Mouth, Healthy Body.

Reason to Prioritize Oral Health

Knowing that our oral health is linked to our overall health, the importance of brushing and flossing just went up! Simply put, a healthy mouth can help keep your body healthy and ward off certain diseases. Who knew our mouth could do so much good for us?

The mouth is a great window to the rest of your body, so when you visit us at Adams Dental, we can take a peek into your overall health during your regular dental cleanings and exams. This could save you money, time, and health down the road. When your dentist can catch a problem early, there’s a much better chance of figuring out what’s going on and treating it early, with a higher success rate. Oftentimes, dentists can detect warning signs before we experience any symptoms. Actually, oral health is an easy way to boost your immune system, learn more HERE.

Brushing, flossing, and regular trips to the dentist can protect you from more than just cavities. Learn more about the mouth body connection from WebMD, Overall Health and Oral Health.

Diseases Highly Linked to Oral Health

Gum disease has been linked with multiple health complications, including stroke and heart disease, according to the Academy of General Dentistry. Similar research shows that 90 percent of all systematic diseases have oral manifestations. This means that diseases that involve most of our body often show symptoms and signs in our mouth. These often take the form of:

Swollen gums
Mouth ulcers
Dry mouth
Gum problems
Broken teeth

At the University of North Carolina, studies found that people with gum disease were three times as likely to have a stroke and twice as likely to die from a heart attack. Those are some scary statistics. But the good news is, your dentist is here to help and knows exactly what to look for to keep you healthy and safe! Let us do the legwork and check your overall health – make an appointment today!

Learn more from Delta Dental about the mouth body connection: Healthy Smile, Healthy You.

Schedule Your Dental Exam at Adams Dental Group

Now that you know more about the mouth body connection, you realize why Dental Health is Important to Your Overall Health. So many times Dentists are the ones that are able to diagnose disease before you notice any symptoms. The Team at Adams Dental Group wants YOU and your family to get the best oral care possible, so you and your family can be healthy and happy!

Dr. Travis A. Roberts, DDS November 25th, 2020

Posted In: Dental Health Tips

Tags: dental exam, oral health, periodontal disease

New Year, New YOU: Brighten & Lighten Your Smile with Teeth Whitening