Your oral health is more connected to your overall well-being than you might think. From the link between gum disease and heart health to how diabetes impacts your teeth and gums, understanding these connections can help you take better care of your smile at every stage of life. Explore our articles to learn how good dental habits support not just a healthy mouth, but a healthier you!

Caring for Your Gums

Most people think that it’s important to take care of their teeth. And we know that the consequences of not doing so--such as tooth decay--can be…

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Facts About Crowns

A dental crown or cap is a tooth-shaped covering that is placed over a tooth to restore its shape, size, appearance, and strength. The dental crown…

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Things to Consider When Taking Care of Your Temporary Crown

The temporary crown Dr. Josh Walker installed during the initial crown procedure is little more than a hard plastic cap designed to protect the…

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The Process of a Dental Implant

Are you missing one or more teeth? If so, you may want to consider a dental implant in Manhattan, Kansas. Our Family & Implant Dentistry dentists…

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What to Do If Your Teeth Are Causing You Pain

What do you do when your teeth are causing you pain? If the problem doesn’t go away, we recommend seeing your dentist as soon as possible. If you are…

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Are Dental Veneers Right for You?

Are you displeased with the appearance of your smile? Do you have smile flaws like discolored, worn down, chipped, or gapped teeth? Dental veneers in…

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Dental Fluoride: Nature’s Cavity Fighter

Fluoride is a mineral that can greatly benefit your dental health. Fluoride is nature’s cavity fighter, as it helps prevent cavities in patients by…

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All You Need to Know About Dental Care and Nutrition for Seniors

If you are one who believes that tooth loss is inevitable as a senior, our Family & Implant Dentistry team is here to change your mind set! It is…

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What Are the Parts of Your Teeth and Do They Affect Tooth Sensitivity?

Do your pearly whites experience pain when you eat or drink something that is hot, or cold? Tooth sensitivity is the sharp burst of pain your teeth…

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A Root Canal Repairs the Infected Root of a Tooth

Tooth decay that has been left unchecked can damage more than just the enamel of the tooth. It can also lead to an infection in the dentin layer as…

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