posted: Mar. 22, 2023.

When patients ask the doctor about who benefits from Invisalign clear aligners, the simple answer is this: almost everyone. Unlike conventional braces, they are removable, which makes eating and cleaning Read more

posted: Mar. 15, 2023.

Millions of people, around Kansas City, Kansas and beyond, wear green on St. Patrick’s Day so they can show their spirit for the holiday and avoid getting pinched. While it Read more

posted: Mar. 08, 2023.

Children are born with a set of primary teeth – 20 to be exact – that help them learn to chew and speak, and develop enough space in the jaw Read more

posted: Mar. 01, 2023.

At Sunflower Family Dentistry - Mark Gilmore, we know the most common oral health diseases are tooth decay and periodontal disease (or gum disease), and both are among the easiest Read more

posted: Feb. 22, 2023.

A popular option for straightening teeth at Sunflower Family Dentistry - Mark Gilmore, Invisalign can be a great method for improving your smile, and can help patients with crowded teeth, Read more

posted: Feb. 15, 2023.

If your teeth don't line up like they used to any more, you may be suffering from temporomandibular joint disorder, often called TMD. This is a term that can actually Read more

posted: Feb. 08, 2023.

Valentine’s Day, also known as Saint Valentine’s Day, has been said to originate with a Catholic priest named Valentine several thousand year ago. Valentine defied the emperor at the time Read more

posted: Feb. 01, 2023.

The American Academy of Periodontology stresses the importance of good oral health since gum disease may be linked to heart disease and stroke. Thus far, no cause-and-effect relationship has been Read more

posted: Jan. 25, 2023.

Invisalign, which we happily provide at Sunflower Family Dentistry - Mark Gilmore, is a great alternative to traditional orthodontic treatment if you've been apprehensive about the thought of metal braces. Read more

posted: Jan. 18, 2023.

One problem with trying to answer the question as to who benefits from Invisalign is that the simple answer is “almost everyone.” The see-through, almost invisible aligners for straightening teeth Read more

posted: Jan. 11, 2023.

If you are like many people, you might think of your oral health as separate from your overall health. After all, most dental coverage plans are distinct from health care Read more

posted: Jan. 04, 2023.

It’s a new year, and it couldn’t come fast enough for many of us! Let’s do our part to make this a better year in every way—and you can start Read more

posted: Dec. 28, 2022.

New Year’s Day marks the beginning of the calendar year in most parts of the world. The holiday is celebrated on January 1st of each year. Customs and celebrations vary Read more

posted: Dec. 21, 2022.

Creating good dental hygiene habits early in your child’s life is essential to the health of his or her teeth, even when your infant doesn’t have any. By starting now, Read more

posted: Dec. 14, 2022.

You’ve selected the Invisalign system because of the many benefits Invisalign offers: comfort, convenience, appearance, and even potentially shorter treatment time! And to add to the good news, caring for Read more

posted: Dec. 07, 2022.

It might be the most wonderful time of the year, but if you’re dashing through the snow to an emergency dental appointment, you’re not feeling very jolly. And post-holiday, no Read more