Categories for Restorative Dental Care

How to Care for a Tooth After a Filling

July 17, 2025 9:00 am Published by Blue Valley Smiles

In this post, learn what to expect and how to care for your tooth after a filling to keep it healthy and pain-free.

Most Common Causes of Cavities

June 4, 2025 9:00 am Published by Blue Valley Smiles

In this post, we explore what really causes cavities and the small changes that can help you avoid them.

Preventing Bone Loss After Tooth Loss

April 15, 2025 9:00 am Published by Blue Valley Smiles

In this post, learn how to prevent bone loss after losing a tooth—and why your jaw health matters for your long-term smile.

The Stages of Tooth Decay and How to Prevent Them

August 22, 2024 9:00 am Published by Blue Valley Smiles

Discover the stages of tooth decay and how to prevent them with guidance from Blue Valley Smiles in Overland Park, KS. Keep your smile healthy!

The Difference Between Dental Crowns & Bridges

June 30, 2023 9:15 pm Published by Blue Valley Smiles

In our blog post, we compare dental crowns vs. dental bridges to help you decide which treatment is right for your dental needs.

Do Root Canals Hurt?

January 30, 2023 10:44 pm Published by Blue Valley Smiles

Almost always–no. The truth is that a root canal procedure relieves pain! Thanks to modern techniques, getting a root canal […]

Dental Crowns vs. Dental Bridges

October 31, 2022 1:18 am Published by Blue Valley Smiles

In our blog post, we explore the differences between how dental crowns & dental implants are used in restorative dentistry.

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