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Periodontal Health During Pregnancy
posted: May 17, 2022.

If you are expecting, it is critical to maintain a healthy lifestyle to ensure both your health and the health of your little one. This includes maintaining your regimen of Read more
Three Signs You May Have Gingivitis
posted: May 10, 2022.

Gingivitis, or inflammation of the gums, is an early stage of gum disease. If you have gingivitis, it’s important to visit the doctor to get proper treatment, since home care Read more
Summer is Almost Here: Tips for a bright, white smile!
posted: May 03, 2022.

Summer is almost here, which means a season full of vacations, adventures and great memories is just around the corner for our patients at William C Strutz DDS Practice limited Read more
Smoking and Dental Implants
posted: Apr. 26, 2022.

Congratulations! You’ve made the decision to replace a missing tooth with an implant. While an implant will restore the appearance of your smile, you also know that there are many Read more
Earth Day
posted: Apr. 19, 2022.

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
Happy Gums, Happy Heart!
posted: Apr. 12, 2022.

Medical doctors and dental health professionals, like the doctor, have debated over the connection (or lack thereof) between gum disease and heart disease. While there still is no unanimous consensus Read more
April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month
posted: Apr. 05, 2022.

What is oral cancer? April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month. If you have been putting off a visit to our Shawnee, Kansas office, now is an excellent time to schedule Read more
How To Be A Good Flosser
posted: Mar. 31, 2022.

Dental flossing is the act of removing food debris and deposits stuck between the teeth with a thin cord known as floss. Flossing can help to prevent gum disease. Your Read more
What's the connection between gum disease and diabetes?
posted: Mar. 29, 2022.

People who have diabetes are usually familiar with many of the other health risks they face, including damage to the nerves, eyes, heart, and kidneys. But did you know that Read more
Visit Us For Affordable Periodontal Treatment
posted: Mar. 23, 2022.

The Most Common Causes of Gum Disease Unless you're aware of the signs and symptoms of gum disease and how it's caused, you may have unknowingly developed it. Often painless, gum Read more
How many times a day should I floss?
posted: Mar. 22, 2022.

Flossing is one of the most important parts of your oral care routine. Many patients know they need to do it but find it difficult to fit into their busy Read more
Go Green for St. Patrick’s Day
posted: Mar. 15, 2022.

Millions of people, around Shawnee, 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 may Read more
What to do about Sensitive Teeth
posted: Mar. 08, 2022.

If you suffer from sensitive teeth, you already know the frustration of having a type of pain that is hard to deal with. Because tooth sensitivity is sometimes unpredictable, you Read more
Good Nutrition Leads to Healthy Mouths
posted: Mar. 01, 2022.

At William C Strutz DDS Practice limited to Periodontics, we know the most common oral health diseases are tooth decay and periodontal disease (or gum disease), and both are among Read more
When should I see a periodontist?
posted: Feb. 22, 2022.

the doctor and our team always tell our patients that if you value your overall health, not just your oral health, anytime is a good time to visit William C Read more
Why You Should Avoid Energy and Sports Drinks
posted: Feb. 15, 2022.

In a world where everything moves so quickly and teens and young adults find themselves pulling “all-nighters” or working long hours, energy drinks have grabbed the spotlight. You’ll have one Read more