Posts Tagged ‘ Oral Health ’
WICHITA DENTIST: DENTAL X-RAYS SPOTLIGHT
Dental X-rays are an important part of your dental exam, but you may not know much about them. Why do you need them? How often should you get them? Are they safe? These are the questions we’ll cover in today’s spotlight on dental X-rays. Are Dental X-rays Safe? Yes! Wichita Family Dental uses digital X-rays […]
WICHITA DENTIST – FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT DENTAL SEDATION
What is Dental Sedation? Dental sedation uses medication to safely put you at ease during your treatment, allowing your dentist to perform dental work while you remain relaxed and calm. Why Do People Use Dental Sedation? Studies suggest that up to 75% of Americans experience fear related to the dentist. People with dental anxiety may […]
WICHITA DENTIST – 10 TIPS TO MANAGE YOUR DENTAL ANXIETY
The Truth About Dental Anxiety Studies suggest that as many as 75% of Americans experience dental anxiety. While the doctors at Wichita Family Dental want you to be comfortable throughout your appointment, we understand that there are many reasons people fear the dentist. Some patients have had negative experiences in the past. Others anticipate the […]
WICHITA DENTIST – FAST FACTS ABOUT SAME-DAY DENTAL CROWNS
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WICHITA DENTIST – DENTAL CROWN BEFORE AND AFTER
Will my Dental Crown Look Natural? Dental crowns are not just for cracked, broken, or weakened teeth. They can also alter the size, shape, and color of your teeth to give you a more uniform and beautiful smile. In this case, custom dental crowns from Wichita Family Dental fixed an existing gap and whitened a […]
WICHITA DENTIST – YOUR FREE GUIDE TO DENTAL CROWNS IN 2022
What is a dental crown? A dental crown from Wichita Family Dental is a ‘cap’ that fits over your natural tooth and protects or restores it. A dental crown will hold together cracked or broken teeth so they don’t have to be extracted and protect a vulnerable tooth that has undergone root canal therapy. […]
WICHITA DENTIST – CEREC SAME-DAY CROWNS
What is a Same-Day Dental Crown? CEREC same-day technology allows us to restore your teeth in a single visit without the need for a temporary crown. That means ONE visit and immediate results! At Wichita Family Dental, we use the CEREC Primescan, their newest model. It takes digital impressions rather than the traditional, messy ones […]
Virtual Consultations Now Available
Are you interested in a smile makeover? Have you ever thought to yourself, “I’d love to improve my smile but I don’t know what’s possible or how much it would cost?” Would you like to get all of your questions answered by a cosmetic dentist from the comfort of your home? Now with our SmileSnap […]
Wichita Dentist – What is Dry Mouth?
Dry mouth is not a disease but it is a side effect of some diseases. Certain medications, aging, radiation and chemotherapy, allergies, and dehydration may also cause dry mouth. Is Dry Mouth A Problem? It can be. Saliva contains enzymes that aid in digestion. It also neutralizes the acid caused by bacteria, limits bacterial growth, […]
Wichita Dentist – What is Bruxism?
Bruxism is the medical term for teeth grinding. You may be aware of it or you may grind, gnash, or clench your teeth unconsciously or even in your sleep. Here are three fast facts about bruxism: Anyone can grind their teeth at any age. Stress, anxiety, hyperactivity, certain medications, an uneven bite, or missing teeth […]