Tooth enamel is very hard but...
That doesn't mean you can't break it.
Our office recommends to avoid eating "hard foods" such as popcorn. Don't crack nut shells with your teeth or chew on ice. Opening packages with your teeth can also damage the enamel.
It's not just the sugar - it's also the acid
Sugar and acids are your teeth's worst enemies. What are we talking about? Soft drinks, energy drinks, fruit juices, and candy.
Because of the acid content, Mountain Dew seems to be the worst of the worst. There is even a name for the damage it does and it is called "Dew Mouth."
These erode the tooth enamel, making it highly susceptible to decay. Parents, watch your kid's consumption of these because young children's enamle hasn't developed fully. This makes these drinks even more damaging for kids.
As well as eliminating the above (or at least reducing their consumption), it is recommended to always brush and floss after every meal. If you can't, use a sugar-free xylitol chewing gum after a meal. Also rinse your mouth with a high quality dental mouthwash.
Dental Care in a Relaxing Environment
Dr. Brent knows that even with her gentle approach to great patient care, there are many patients who are naturally anxious or nervous about visiting a dentist. By avoiding dental care, many allow small treatable problems to grow much larger. So if you or a loved one is anxious about going to the dentist, we can help!
An hour prior to your visit, you will take a pill that we have dispensed to you. You will achieve a level of sedation that permits you to reply to questions but mostly sleep through your complete visit. This is ideal for fearful people or those who have a hectic schedule and want to get all their treatment finished in one visit.
KC Family Dental
Sarah Brent, DDS
4034 Shawnee Mission Parkway
Fairway, KS 66205
Kansas City
(913) 220-2209
KCFamilyDental.com
Advanced Technology for Increased Comfort
At KC Family Dental, we’re dedicated to bringing you the latest in dental technology. Now, in many cases, you can have your fillings installed painlessly with less need for anesthesia with a great laser technology known as the WaterLase™. Previous dental lasers would only work for the gums or whitening the teeth. This new water laser is a complete breakthrough in comfortable dentistry. Microscopic water droplets are energized by the laser, and it this energized water that eliminates the tooth decay. In fact, for many dental procedures the WaterLase can even replace Dr. Brent’s drill.
KC Family Dental
Sarah Brent, DDS
4034 Shawnee Mission Parkway
Fairway, KS 66205
Kansas City
(913) 220-2209
KCFamilyDental.com
Children Love Us!
Dr. Brent is talented at helping children of all ages overcome their anxiety and enjoy themselves. You can relax, knowing your child will obtain the latest advancements in children’s dentistry, delivered with caring, thoughtfulness, and compassion. At KC Family Dental, we not only promote great dental care habits in children, we truly enjoy teaching them how to best keep their teeth healthy for a lifetime. We would like to see them for their first dental visit when they’re about a year old, and we can’t wait to watch them grow year after year.
It is our goal to make sure that this and future generations of children grow up without any anxiety of the dental office. According to our many pleased parents, we are doing just that! Our office is a comfortable and exciting place that children love to visit. Whether you have an exuberant seven-year-old or a timid three-year-old, we are here to help you.
KC Family Dental
Sarah Brent, DDS
4034 Shawnee Mission Parkway
Fairway, KS 66205
Kansas City
(913) 220-2209
KCFamilyDental.com
Tooth enamel is very hard but...
