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Eating and Invisalign®
posted: May 17, 2023.
One of the greatest advantages to using Invisalign is that it provides maximum results with minimal impact on your everyday life. Invisalign is comfortable, easy to insert, and simple to Read more -
Wishing all our moms a happy Mother’s Day!
posted: May 10, 2023.
"Motherhood: All love begins and ends there." - Robert Browning We would like to take this moment to thank all the great moms out there for being so great during their Read more -
May Marks National Physical Fitness and Sports Month!
posted: May 03, 2023.
The merry month of May also happens to be National Fitness and Sports Month, so take advantage of the warmer days to get outside and exercise! Bringing a friend, family Read more -
Alleviate Tooth Sensitivity
posted: Apr. 26, 2023.
There’s nothing like the simple seasonal pleasures. What’s more enjoyable than a cup of hot apple cider on a blustery winter day, or a tall glass of ice water in Read more -
Earth Day
posted: Apr. 19, 2023.
The idea for Earth Day was the brainchild of Gaylord Nelson, a senator from Wisconsin. He envisioned an Earth Day that would be a kind of environmental teach-in. The first Read more -
Surprising Ways to Prevent Cavities
posted: Apr. 12, 2023.
There are numerous ways to prevent cavities. Some, like brushing your teeth regularly and visiting our Kansas City, Kansas office, are more obvious than others. Beyond the standard methods of Read more -
April is National Facial Protection Month
posted: Apr. 05, 2023.
The Importance of Facial Protection Americans from all walks of life should mark April as National Facial Protection Month on their calendars. The American Association of Pediatric Dentistry, Academy for Sports Read more -
Foods can Wreak Havoc on Your Enamel
posted: Mar. 29, 2023.
It’s possible to develop tooth decay even when you take great care of your teeth. Brushing and flossing may not be enough to keep your teeth healthy, depending on your Read more -
Is Invisalign® Right For You?
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 -
Go Green for St. Patrick’s Day
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 -
How can parents help prevent tooth decay?
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 -
Good Nutrition Leads to Healthy Mouths
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 -
What are the benefits of Invisalign®?
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 -
My teeth don't line up any more. Why?
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 -
The Start of Valentine’s Day
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 -
February is Heart Month
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