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A holistic dental practice in more than name only; care that supports the health and safety of the “whole you” 

Posted By Dr. Shane Nelson
Holistic Dentist in Overland Park, KS Area

Holistic dentistry is not any one thing. It is built on a variety of fundamentals. Notably, our office in Overland Park, Kansas, is an authentic holistic dental provider by:  Promoting advanced therapies that are also conservative (tissue-preserving) and minimally invasive.  Considering and treating you as a “whole person” and one-of-a-kind individual. We see beyond your teeth and gums to the other tissues, organs, and systems that affect or are affected by oral health. Scrutinizing all materials and products ensures they are biocompatible and do not cause additional health risks.  Our dentist, Dr. Shane Nelson, provides safe and tissue-friendly alternatives to … Continue reading

Everything you need to know about cosmetic, strong, and biocompatible porcelain veneers

Posted By Dr. Shane Nelson
Porcelain Dental Veneers in Overland Park KS

At Shane Nelson DDS, we offer a wide range of cosmetic dentistry services – from professional teeth whitening to teeth contouring. Porcelain veneers are an important, distinctive, and highly popular cosmetic dental procedure – for many good reasons. Our team is pleased to serve our neighbors in and around Overland Park, Leawood, and Lenexa, Kansas, with advanced services and services that treat you like family. We are also pleased to provide information that you can trust about services and care designed to both make over the appearance of your smile and to lift your confidence.  What are dental veneers? Veneers … Continue reading

Four terms to know about full-arch implants to support smile transformations

Posted By Dr. Shane Nelson
Full Arch Dental Implants in Overland Park, KS Area

Replacing just one tooth has made a tremendous difference in our patient’s smiles and well-being at the office of Shane Nelson DDS in Overland, Kansas. So, you can imagine how powerful it is for us to replace a mouthful of missing or failing teeth. We can now accomplish this particularly efficiently and minimally invasively with the full-arch dental implant process, which may be “All-on-X®” implants. We are happy to introduce you to this truly transformative solution with four terms to know about full-arch implants. No. 1: Dental arch  The structure of your mouth consists of two dental arches. These arches … Continue reading

Your child deserves the healthiest possible start! FAQs about the importance of early orthodontic intervention  

Posted By Dr. Shane Nelson
Early Orthodontic Treatment Overland in Park KS Area

Poor sleep quality, chronic headaches, impaired academic performance, and unexplained hyperactivity are just a few challenges to your child’s health and quality of life that can be treated effectively at our holistic and biological dentist’s office. How could a dentist treat these types of problems? The issues mentioned above may be complications or symptoms of underlying airway imbalances. Dentistry by Shane Nelson, DDS, boasts considerable advanced training and experience in oral anatomy and function to resolve these problems at the source. Dr. Nelson may recommend early orthodontic treatment and the HealthyStart® Program to Overland Park, Kansas, pediatric patients. How does … Continue reading

Really whiten your teeth without the risk: Four ways professional systems support utmost safety

Posted By Dr. Shane Nelson
Are Teeth Whitening Safe Overland in Park KS Area

As a holistic/biological dentistry provider, your safety is paramount at Shane Nelson DDS. Any questionable products, technologies, and services are not at our Overland Park, Kansas office. Dr. Nelson has carefully scrutinized every material and product used in our practice. So, you have peace of mind; he has selected only those products and systems with a demonstrated clinical effectiveness and safety history. You know that cosmetic treatments like professional teeth whitening will be safe and will not contribute to the development of damage that requires restorative dental care. Read on for four ways professionals support the utmost comfort, safety, and … Continue reading

The “whys” and “hows” of properly removing amalgam fillings that contain mercury

Posted By Dr. Shane Nelson
Should You Get Mercury Fillings Removed in Overland Park KS area

Out of nearly 900 dentists in Kansas, only a handful possess the demonstrated knowledge to remove mercury-containing fillings safely. Dr. Shane Nelson is one of those dentists who is certified in the Safe Mercury Amalgam Removal Technique. SMART, a rigorous process established by the International Academy of Oral Medicine & Toxicology, ensures that dental practices like ours in Overland Park are equipped to handle and dispose of amalgam fillings properly. Why should I get the amalgam removed? Understanding what amalgam truly is helps to grasp the health risks and the importance of choosing a well-trained dental practice. Amalgam has been … Continue reading

Ozone: Naturally healing oral wounds since the 1930s, available at your holistic dentist’s office

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Dentists Using Ozone Therapy Near Me Overland Park KS Area

Ozone is a remarkable and versatile therapeutic option. In our dental universe, ozone may be used for diverse applications, from eradicating harmful oral bacteria as part of a hygiene program to building up tooth enamel to ease painful sensitivity. But one of the ozone’s most compelling benefits is its well-documented capacity to heal wounds. At Dentistry by Shane Nelson, DDS, we may use ozonated water, gas, or oils to encourage reattachment or regeneration of healthy tissues. Dr. Nelson is accustomed to being a leader in Overland Park and throughout the state of Kansas when it comes to dentists using holistic and biomimetic … Continue reading

How Fountain of Youth® dentures live up to their name: Better fit, greater comfort, unparalleled aesthetics

Posted By Dr. Shane Nelson
Fountain of Youth Dentures Near Me Overland Park KS Area

You have likely seen the reference to “GNM” dentistry on this website. GNM refers to “gneuromuscular,” a term advanced by Dr. Clayton Chan. The term is derived from “gnathology,” the relationship between teeth and jaw function when you bite down. It is also derived from “neuromuscular,” a reference to how the nerves and muscles function within this interconnected system.  Fountain of Youth® dentures live up to their name, as a youthful alternative to conventional tooth replacement, by accounting for the interconnected nature of the tissues that make up your mouth, face, and jaws. As a qualified provider of FOY®, Dentistry by … Continue reading

A holistic dental provider in more than name only: The importance of mercury-free and mercury-safe dentistry

Posted By Dr. Shane Nelson
SMART Certified Dentist in Overland Park KS Area

As a holistic dental practice in Overland Park, Kansas, Dentistry by Shane Nelson, DDS, is dedicated to the health of your “whole self.” Due to the interconnected nature of the oral cavity and the rest of your body, maintaining the health of your mouth supports your overall health and wellbeing. However, some traditional dental materials and techniques are detrimental to systemic health. Notably, dental amalgam fillings present challenges to good health and quality of life. Due to these concerns, our dentist does not place these silver-colored fillings. Additionally, he is SMART Certified. So, our office both refrains from using amalgam fillings and is trained and … Continue reading

A Guide to Gneuromuscular (GNM) Dentistry for the Treatment of TMJ Symptoms, an Array of Related Conditions

Posted By Dr. Shane Nelson
TMJ Treatment in Kansas City KS Area

As a Kansas City area provider of GNM dentistry, Dr. Shane Nelson understands how the muscles, tissues, joints, and nerves are interconnected and how, when one part of that system is deficient, it can affect the whole. In turn, he appreciates and addresses the vast array of conditions that can occur alongside TMJ Dysfunction or Disorders (TMJDs), and the potentially life-altering complications that can arise when these conditions and symptoms go untreated. Understanding TMJDs and Treatment Options Disorders of the TMJs are most commonly characterized as disordered function associated with the joints that connect the jaw to the skull. When … Continue reading


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