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Overland Park Family Dental

Creighton Gallagher, DDS

8925 West 135th Street
Overland Park, KS 66221
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Posts in the Oral Hygiene category:

Dental Sealants, Kids Dental, Oral Hygiene

Seal Out Plaque with Dental Sealants

Submitted by Overland Park Family Dental on Wednesday, December 16th, 2020.
young girl holds her baby brothers chin to look at his teeth after getting dental sealants

All teeth can decay, but molars are harder to clean because they’re far back in your mouth. They also have grooves that trap cavity-causing bacteria. While it’s still important to brush and floss well, dental sealants make it much easier. Read our blog post to learn about the benefits of dental sealants.

Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Veneers, Oral Hygiene

Are Porcelain Veneers Permanent?

Submitted by Overland Park Family Dental on Wednesday, November 18th, 2020.
young couple smile to show off their porcelain veneers

Porcelain veneers are a popular cosmetic dentistry procedure. The wafer-thin and custom-made casing makes it ideal for improving the appearance of teeth. Read our blog post to learn more about porcelain veneers, including how permanent they are.

Cavity Prevention, Dental Health, Oral Hygiene

Which Foods are Bad for Teeth?

Submitted by Overland Park Family Dental on Monday, February 17th, 2020.
slices of citrus fruit that can be harmful to teeth

We’ve all heard about how bad candy is for our teeth. But there are some other dangerous foods that may surprise you. Read our blog post to learn some of the common cavity-causing foods you may want to think about phasing out of your diet.

Dental Health, Oral Hygiene, Root Canal Therapy

Do I Need Root Canal Therapy?

Submitted by Overland Park Family Dental on Friday, November 15th, 2019.
man holding his jaw in pain in need of root canal therapy

When you have advanced tooth decay, the infection spreads to the roots of your teeth and causes excruciating pain. The most popular way to clear out the infection and prevent further damage to your teeth is with a root canal. Read our blog post to learn about a root canal, including causes and prevention.

Cavity Prevention, Dental Health, Oral Hygiene

Does Candy Increase the Risk of Cavities?

Submitted by Overland Park Family Dental on Thursday, October 24th, 2019.
candy corns in a pumpkin shaped bowl

You’ve probably heard that sugar causes cavities and therefore candy contributes to tooth decay. Check out our blog post where we explain what a cavity is, what causes cavities, how to prevent them, and whether candy increases the risk of cavities.

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