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The Dentists at Marx Family Dental of the Kansas City area are committed to helping patients achieve beautiful, healthy smiles. When a variety of issues are impacting one’s oral health, it is important for these patients to ask questions about solutions such as reconstructive dentistry. What Is Reconstructive Dentistry? Reconstructive dentistry is a field of […]

Snoring mouthguards to treat obstructive sleep apnea in Kansas City, MO Do the walls of your house vibrate at night? Does your dog or cat sleep with his paws over his ears? If so, you may find some benefit in this article. In some men or women, snoring can be reduced or eliminated simply by […]

If you are unsatisfied with the appearance of your teeth, it may cause you to hide your smile. Even small chips or wear and tear over the years can take their toll on the appearance of your teeth. When you don’t feel confident about the appearance of your smile, it can hold you back from […]

The American Cancer Society’s most recent estimates for oral cavity and oropharyngeal cancers in the United States for 2019 are: About 53,000 people will get oral cavity or oropharyngeal cancer. An estimated 10,860 people will die of these cancers. The average age of most people diagnosed with oral cancer is 62, but they can occur […]

Bruxism is the grinding, clenching, and movement of the upper teeth against the lower teeth. Bruxism is considered a parafunctional habit, which means that it is unrelated to eating, drinking, chewing, or speaking. Most people grind or clench their teeth without even realizing it, especially when the are sleeping! Bruxism can impact your dental health […]

May is National Save Your Tooth Month, and tooth decay is a leading cause of lost teeth. It all begins with oral bacteria growing rapidly in built-up deposits of dental plaque, and in turn producing high levels of acid. At these levels, acid can erode the minerals in tooth enamel to create holes (“cavities”) that […]

Dental veneers are cosmetics which greatly enhance the look of teeth. These are quite thin and are only shells. They aren’t a replacement for teeth. But rather, a way to make a person’s smile more attractive. Like some other types of oral cosmetics and procedures, there are foods to enjoy and avoid after being fitted […]

A modern dental crown represents the perfect pairing of function and beauty. Designed to protect a weak, damaged or misshapen tooth, a porcelain crown looks real in color and shape, and more importantly, avoids extraction. At Marx Family Dental of Gladstone, MO, our doctors use dental crowns often and with great success. Learn more by […]

You might not even know it, but you probably have gum disease. 3 out of 4 people do! But, the good news is that it is easily treatable, especially when caught in its early stages. Marx Family Dental can help you get a happy, healthy mouth with simple treatments such as frequent cleanings and antibiotics. […]

Tooth decay can wreak more havoc than just producing cavities. It can work its way into the innermost parts of the tooth — the pulp and tiny passageways called root canals that lead to the tooth’s connection with the bone. If that happens, you’ll need more than “drilling and filling.” Without intervention, your tooth could […]