We are here to provide comprehensive and caring dental care to you and your family and are always open to see new patients who want superior dental care. We have experience treating patients from all dental backgrounds and make every effort to make your appointment as informative and comfortable as possible. Call 573-449-2858 to schedule an appointment.
It is important to maintain good oral hygiene to keep your smile looking good and your mouth and body feeling good as well. The process of removing dental plaque and calculus (tarter) that causes inflammation and bone loss. This is a deep cleaning for patients who have been diagnosed with periodontal disease.
The patient is given local anesthetic on the side of the mouth we are working on so either a dentist or dental hygienst can get below the gums to clean out plaque and calculus (tarter) that is harboring bacteria and encouraging disease, thus helping the patient get to a disease free state.After SRP, patient will have periodontal maintenance every 3-4 months at dentist discretion.
It is important to maintain good oral hygiene to keep your smile looking good and your mouth and body feeling good as well. The process of removing dental plaque and calculus (tarter) that causes inflammation and bone loss. This is a deep cleaning for patients who have been diagnosed with periodontal disease.
The patient is given local anesthetic on the side of the mouth we are working on so either a dentist or dental hygienst can get below the gums to clean out plaque and calculus (tarter) that is harboring bacteria and encouraging disease, thus helping the patient get to a disease free state.After SRP, patient will have periodontal maintenance every 3-4 months at dentist discretion.
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Dr. Thomas graduated from high school in California, MO and did her undergraduate studies in pre-professional zoology at Northwest Missouri State University on an academic scholarship.
She graduated Summa Cum Laude.
She went on to University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Dentistry and graduated with her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree in 2010, also Summa Cum Laude.
Dr. Thomas enjoys spending time with her husband and three children and 2 dogs, reading, running (mostly half marathons), traveling, and watching football and nascar when she gets the chance.
She graduated Summa Cum Laude.
She went on to University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Dentistry and graduated with her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree in 2010, also Summa Cum Laude.
Dr. Thomas enjoys spending time with her husband and three children and 2 dogs, reading, running (mostly half marathons), traveling, and watching football and nascar when she gets the chance.
It is important to maintain good oral hygiene to keep your smile looking good and your mouth and body feeling good as well.
The process of removing dental plaque and calculus (tarter) that causes inflammation and bone loss.
This is a deep cleaning for patients who have been diagnosed with periodontal disease.
A coating placed in narrow or deep grooves and pits of a tooth where a toothbrush can't reach.
This protects it from becoming cavitated due to food getting trapped in these deep spaces.
The process of removing damaged tooth structure and decay from a tooth and replacing it with a filling material.
The process of removing dental plaque and calculus (tarter) that causes inflammation and bone loss.
This is a deep cleaning for patients who have been diagnosed with periodontal disease.
A coating placed in narrow or deep grooves and pits of a tooth where a toothbrush can't reach.
This protects it from becoming cavitated due to food getting trapped in these deep spaces.
The process of removing damaged tooth structure and decay from a tooth and replacing it with a filling material.
The process of removing damaged tooth structure and decay from a tooth and replacing it with a filling material.
We use composite filling material which is a tooth colored resin (plastic) material placed in a tooth after we remove decay (cavity) from the tooth.
This helps keep bacteria out of the tooth.
A filling may become too large and compromise the strength of the tooth, in this case the tooth will need a crown (also referred to as a "cap").
A filling can become too close to the nerve of the tooth and the tooth would then need to be treated with a root canal.
We use composite filling material which is a tooth colored resin (plastic) material placed in a tooth after we remove decay (cavity) from the tooth.
This helps keep bacteria out of the tooth.
A filling may become too large and compromise the strength of the tooth, in this case the tooth will need a crown (also referred to as a "cap").
A filling can become too close to the nerve of the tooth and the tooth would then need to be treated with a root canal.
A: There are two major types: electric toothbrushes and manual toothbrushes.
Electric toothbrushes work by doing a lot of the work for you and many models have features to time your brushing, tell you when you are pushing too hard, and have various settings.
If you prefer a manual toothbrush then use one with soft bristles to avoid damage to your gum tissue.
A: You should brush at least twice a day with a fluoride toothpaste for 2 minutes and floss once a day to clean between the teeth.
A: Dental coverage is decided by how much your employer pays into the plan.
Electric toothbrushes work by doing a lot of the work for you and many models have features to time your brushing, tell you when you are pushing too hard, and have various settings.
If you prefer a manual toothbrush then use one with soft bristles to avoid damage to your gum tissue.
A: You should brush at least twice a day with a fluoride toothpaste for 2 minutes and floss once a day to clean between the teeth.
A: Dental coverage is decided by how much your employer pays into the plan.
Reviews (2)
Kayla Mercedes
Jun 25, 2020
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The front staff was so helpful and friendly. I was so nervous about coming in for my full exam and cleaning. Angela the dental assistant was so comforting and gentle. Haylee my hygienist was very gentle. I am no longer nervous about getting my teeth cleaned! Dr. Thomas is so friendly and detailed. This office is great!
Jamie Doss
Jun 28, 2019
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