Sitting in the dentist’s chair can be both scary and painful for geriatric patients and their loved ones, especially when the patients have Alzheimer’s or dementia impeding their ability to comprehend or remember what is happening to them. For geriatric patients with fibromyalgia or arthritis it can be difficult to sit still in the chair […]

Dental implants are quickly becoming the standard of care for patients with missing teeth due to the role they play in preventing bone loss in the jaw, but some patients don’t have adequate bone density to tolerate the full sized implants. At Central Kansas Dentistry, Dr. Kurt Williams can place mini implants in a single […]

Many people don’t know the connection between missing teeth and loss of bone in the face. Being able to chew fully is an obvious benefit of replacing missing teeth but, in the bigger picture, replacing missing teeth saves the whole face. These days, the best, longest-term solution to replace a tooth is a dental implant. […]

A common misconception when it comes to dentistry is that all restoration materials and techniques work the same way. There is much variation in terms of approach and material used depending on the type of dentist that you see. Modern technology is also a factor, since improvements are steadily being made. Many patients are unaware […]

While homecare does play an important role in keeping the teeth and gums free of infection, it’s not the only factor that ultimately determines the lifetime of a tooth. Dental work can make or break the strength of your teeth, potentially causing the need for extraction later in life. Traditional fillings require large amounts of […]

It’s always been important to me to educate patients on the latest advancements in dentistry, including which are the best techniques and why. This is because there are consistently new technologies available and it’s up to the dentist to decide what to adopt or leave out of their practice. Some of these options cut costs […]

We tend of think of teeth as invincible—as if they have the strength to endure anything we put them through. But the fact is teeth are a living part of our bodies just like the rest of our organs. In the mouth alone, there are over 700 strains of bacteria that can occur. Without proper […]

I often recommend dental implants for a missing tooth or teeth. While implants require more of an invasive procedure than dentures, they provide long-term advantages unmatched by any other solution. Many people are unaware of the health benefits dental implants provide when a tooth or teeth are lost. Because an implant is fused to the […]

Traditional dental crowns were once a great solution for restoring badly damaged teeth. They gave patients their strength back for functional chewing and provided the best possible protection from bacteria available at the time. The problem with crowns is that they cause immediate and irreversible damage to the tooth. When prepping the tooth, vital structure […]

You probably know someone who avoids dental appointments. Anxiety over dental work is a common problem. The mouth is a sensitive place and many people have a tough time enduring even moderate pain. In some cases, anxiety results from a larger issue. Any existing condition that causes physical pain can make it tough for patients […]