A gummy smile – professionally termed, “gingival display” – is a condition that results in the display of excessive gum tissue being exposed above the two front teeth when smiling. Individuals that experience this issue are often troubled by it; many claim that it makes them self-conscious about their appearance and results in feeling less… Read More…
Will Laser Therapy Help with Gum Disease?
Information derived from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has established that one out of every two individuals in the United States that are over the age of 30 has gum disease. Gum disease – which is medically referred to as “periodontal disease” – is a chronic-based inflammatory disease that detrimentally impacts the gum tissue… Read More…
Get an Appropriate Dental Diagnosis by Visiting a Practitioner That Uses Digital X-Rays
Over the course of the past decade, dental technology has experienced massive advancements thanks to the development of digital radiography. While film-based x-rays were beneficial throughout the past 125+ years that they have been in use, they have resulted in many oral health conditions being misdiagnosed. If you care about your dental health – and,… Read More…
Poison or Penny-saver: Water Fluoridation
A big discussion throughout the nation and specifically in our backyard is fluoride. Should it be in the water? Should it not? With three-fourths of the country drinking water with fluoride added in, Wichita has voted to reject adding fluoride to the local water in 1964, 1978, and in 2012 with a 59% “no” vote… Read More…
8 Factors That Put You at Risk for Losing Your Teeth
In recent years, research has indicated that there are several factors that put you at risk for losing your teeth. There is an exceptionally high incident of tooth loss within the United States. The American College of Prosthodontists have established that more than 120 million individuals in the country are missing at least one tooth… Read More…
We Offer Many Payment Options. Pick the One That Best Suits YOUR Needs!
At Implant and Perio Center of Kansas, we strive to make your experience the best possible! One of the many ways we do this is to offer several different financial and payments options, so we can find one that best fits your needs! Our patients are always welcome to pay for their treatment in full,… Read More…
Knowledge is Power…
Something we’ve all heard before, right? When it comes to health or dental care, nothing could be more true! Your First Step Being aware of the status of your oral health is the first step in this knowledge. We cannot change what we don’t know is happening. The information out there to be found on… Read More…
The Psychological and Social Impact Associated with Missing Teeth
If you are reading this, it means that you either have a loose tooth that is likely about to fall out or you have at least one tooth that is already missing. Either or, you are probably already feeling the effects of the situation. It is likely that you are scared, angry, and frustrated with… Read More…
How Does Diabetes Affect Your Dental Health?
Diabetes is a condition that affects millions of people worldwide, influencing various aspects of their health, including vision, kidney function, and heart health. However, one aspect that often goes under-discussed is the impact of diabetes on dental health. At Implant & Perio Center of Kansas, under the expert guidance of Dr. Marq J. Sams, we… Read More…
10 Ways to Keep Your Teeth Healthy
The teeth are considered to be among the strongest components of the body; however, after a lifetime of consuming natural and synthetic sugars, crunching on hard substances, consuming a variety of beverages, missed dental cleanings, and other dental-related activities, chips, breakages, and loss may occur as a result of damaged tooth enamel, pressure, tooth decay,… Read More…