posted: Dec. 26, 2022.

People have been ushering in the New Year for centuries but it became an official holiday in 1582 when Pope George XIII declared January 1st to be the day on Read more

posted: Dec. 21, 2022.

Many people think dental fluorosis is a disease, but it’s not; it’s a condition that affects the appearance of your tooth’s enamel, not the function or health of the teeth. Read more

posted: Dec. 19, 2022.

As a parent, you want the best for your children, and that includes doing their best in school. You can support them by taking an interest in their activities, being Read more

posted: Dec. 14, 2022.

What’s life like for the average 60-year-old today? It’s complicated! We travel. Or we work out. Or we relax with friends. We pursue favorite hobbies or we develop new ones. Read more

posted: Dec. 12, 2022.

Nobody likes a dry mouth. It is an uncomfortable and sometimes oddly unexplainable sensation that most people like to avoid. It is not a condition that automatically sends you into Read more

posted: Dec. 07, 2022.

It might be the most wonderful time of the year, but if you’re dashing through the snow to an emergency dental appointment, you’re not feeling very jolly. And post-holiday, no Read more

posted: Dec. 05, 2022.

Congratulations! You’re getting married! Wow! It’s your twentieth reunion! New job? Great news! No matter the occasion, large or small, you want to celebrate it with your whitest, brightest smile. Read more

posted: Nov. 30, 2022.

At Joel LeMense, DDS, we know your dental health is closely connected to your overall health. We also know that the mouth can oftentimes be the first place to show Read more

posted: Nov. 28, 2022.

Many of our patients at Joel LeMense, DDS have been asking us about brightening their teeth lately, and today we thought we would discuss the options available to you to Read more

posted: Nov. 23, 2022.

At Joel LeMense, DDS we love learning trivia and interesting facts about Thanksgiving! This year, the doctor wanted to share some trivia that might help you feel a bit smarter Read more

posted: Nov. 21, 2022.

At Joel LeMense, DDS, we love to celebrate the holidays with vigor! the doctor would love to share some unique ways of celebrating Thanksgiving from beyond the SHAWNEE MISSION, Kansas Read more

posted: Nov. 16, 2022.

Should a quick bite between meals make us feel guilty? Or worse, make our teeth suffer a greater risk of cavities? Let’s avoid both those possibilities! We have several tooth-healthy Read more

posted: Nov. 14, 2022.

It’s time. You’ve decided. You’re going to get veneers. Whether it’s to repair a cracked or chipped tooth, to cover discoloration brought on by a root canal or medical condition, Read more

posted: Nov. 09, 2022.

Of all the dental hygiene techniques you can use at home to promote clean teeth and good oral health, flossing is likely to be the one that troubles most people. Read more

posted: Nov. 07, 2022.

The sounds of the season are filling the air—falling leaves rustling along the sidewalk, football cheers, holiday greetings—and the coughs and sneezes of your fellow sufferers. Yes, it’s cold and Read more

posted: Nov. 02, 2022.

Diabetes is a chronic disease that increases the risk for many serious health problems, including severe gum disease. November is Diabetes Awareness Month, and it’s a great time for us Read more