Some health trends that have been around for centuries come back into the popular culture as “miracle cures.” Oil pulling is an Ayurvedic practice developed more than 3000 years ago. However, it was brought back into popularity in India in the 1990s as an alternative medicine. Oil pulling is the act of taking one tablespoon […]
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Get a New Smile for the New Year
2017 is less than two weeks away, whether or not you can believe it. With 2016 coming to a close, it’s time to start thinking about those New Year’s resolutions. If your list includes getting yourself a new smile you can be proud to show off, the team at Overland Park Family Dental can help […]
5 holiday treats your kids (and teeth) will love!
We love them—oh, do we love holiday treats at Overland Park Family Dental! Even so, holiday treats can wreak havoc on our dental hygiene. Keep your kids smiling bright with these five Dr. Gallagher-approved holiday treats. Snow-drizzled Reindeer Food It’s all about presentation with this delicious and healthy treat! Reindeer eat carrots, and so should […]
How Your Kids Could Avoid the Dentist’s Drill Year after Year
Every parent wants to hear, “No cavities, so I’ll see you in six months,” from their child’s dentist. And yes, it is possible! Your child can avoid the dentist’s drill year after year when you help them practice consistent healthy habits and make some specific choices with the help of Overland Park Family Dental and our […]
Why Do We Have Wisdom Teeth?
Wisdom teeth, the colloquial name for the last molars to erupt sometime between ages 17 and 25, are known as some of the most painful. Taken from the Oxford Dictionary: “Although formally known as third molars, the common name is wisdom teeth because they appear so late – much later than the other teeth, at […]