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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

Preserve Failing Teeth, Build Up Bone for Implants with Versatile Grafting Process

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Regenerative Bone Grafting in Kansas City KS Area

At the Kansas City area office of Dr. Shane Nelson in Overland Park, we make every effort to preserve natural teeth. While tooth replacement methods have improved considerably in modern times, natural and healthy teeth remain superior in form and function. Dr. Nelson uses advanced, biomimetic, and holistic principles, techniques, and technologies to restore the structure of the teeth and “save” a failing, decayed, or diseased tooth. In fact, regenerative bone grafting presents a surprisingly straightforward option to build up the supportive tissues in the jaw. Here is how it (largely) works: Donor bone tissue is harvested. Donor sources include … Continue reading

KöR Lifts the Most Stubborn Stains and Whitens Teeth Without the Pain and Risk

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KoR Teeth Whitening in Kansas City KS Area

The over-the-counter products that promise to whiten teeth often fail to live up to their claims. Likewise, they may produce uneven or lackluster results and damage surrounding oral tissues. Other professional treatments can also produce disappointing results, excessive sensitivity, and irritation, partly due to their use of heat-generating lasers and light-based devices. These devices are designed to accelerate the “whitening action” for patients who opt for “power” or in-office teeth whitening. Fortunately, patients can get stunning results without the risk at the Kansas City area office of Dr. Shane Nelson in Overland Park. KöR Teeth Whitening System KöR is a … Continue reading

In Rare Company: Our Office is One of Four in Kansas to be SMART-Certified … What That Means, Why It Matters

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Safe Mercury Amalgam Removal Technique in Overland Park KS Area

There are almost 1,000 general dentists in the state of Kansas. While Dr. Shane Nelson appreciates the comprehensive services offered by other general dentists, he is one of only four dentists in the state who are certified by the International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology (IAOMT) as a SMART dentist. What does that mean? “SMART” stands for:  Safe Mercury Amalgam Removal Technique  As a SMART-certified office, Dentistry by Shane Nelson in Overland Park has demonstrated that we have the equipment, supplies, procedures, processes, and other precautions to safely and responsibly remove amalgam fillings. What are amalgam fillings? You may know them as “silver” … Continue reading

Dentures May Help You Feel Younger, Live Longer

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Dentures May Help You Feel Younger, Live Longer

Not all of us feel as old as we are. There are a lot of factors that contribute to our perception of age, what scientists refer to as our “subjective age.” Dentures influence many of them, and, as a result, they may actually help you live longer, too. How the Right Dentures Can Help You Feel Younger Dentures can have a significant impact on how young or how old you feel. Culturally, just getting dentures can make you feel older, but not all dentures have the same effect. Some dentures enhance the sense of feeling old. Others can help you … Continue reading

The biomimetic dentist office in Overland Park supports the long-term health, beauty of your smile

Posted By Dr. Shane Nelson
Professional Biomimetic Dentist Office Near Me In Overland Park

At Dentistry by Shane Nelson, DDS, your safety, health, comfort, and experience at our dentist office in Overland Park is paramount. We are proud that patients feel like they are valued, extended members of our “family,” and that they 110% trust their health and well-being to us. Principles such as biomimetic dentistry are at the heart of who we are and what we do, and they facilitate utmost comfort and satisfaction with our treatments and services.  Biomimetic dentistry  “Bio” refers to the study of life sciences, while “mimetic” means “mimicry” or “imitation.” So, biomimetic dentistry “mimics or imitates nature”; for … Continue reading

Smile confidently with cosmetic dentistry services, the holistic and biomimetic way, in Overland Park

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The Best Cosmetic Dentistry Services near me in Overland Park

Cosmetic dentistry is powerful; we see first-hand how patients walk taller and exude greater confidence following treatment at our office in Overland Park.  At Dentistry by Shane Nelson, DDS, we are privileged to facilitate these transformations in smiles and self-confidence. However, as a holistic and biological practitioner, Dr. Nelson takes cosmetic dental services to the next level. Our natural and comprehensive principles support treatments as conservative, safe, precise, gentle, and long-lasting as they are stunning and lifelike in their appearance. Enhanced or rebuilt teeth and tissues completed at our practice are indistinguishable in how they feel, look, and function from … Continue reading

What does “ozone” have to do with dental care? The benefits of this “powerful medicine” in Overland Park

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skilled dentist who provide Ozone Dental Care services Near me in Overland Park

Ozone therapy is a beneficial component to our array of techniques and technologies designed to maintain the most pleasant and safe experience at Dentistry by Shane Nelson, DDS.  Ozone aids in dental treatments at our office in Overland Park by assuring that the care we provide offers natural healing options to everyone in need. Dental ozone Most people recognize ozone as the layer of the Earth’s atmosphere that protects us from dangerous solar radiation. This colorless gas, however, has numerous therapeutic benefits. For more than 100 years, medical practitioners have harnessed ozone’s antimicrobial, analgesic, and healing properties to treat everything … Continue reading

Trust your health, smile to a safe mercury removal dentist in Overland Park

Posted By Dr. Shane Nelson
Trusted Dentist For Safe Mercury Removal Near me in, Overland Park

There are more than 700 dentists in Kansas. And Shane Nelson, DDS, is one of only four dentists in the state to have acquired the distinction as a SMART-certified dentist. SMART stands for Safe Mercury Amalgam Removal Technique. SMART is a series of rigorous recommendations set forth by the International Academy of Oral Medicine & Toxicology, of which Dr. Nelson is a proud member. The IAOMT is a global network of biological dentists who support and advocate for truly mercury-free, mercury-safe, and biocompatible dental practices.  The difference between “mercury-free” and “mercury-safe” We are aligned with the IAOMT in that Dentistry … Continue reading

Fountain of Youth® dentures; well worth the cost, an excellent investment in your well-being

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Actual Cost Youth Dentures Near me in, Overland Park

At Dentistry by Shane Nelson, DDS, we have discovered the Fountain of Youth®. For those patients who are missing (or anticipate extraction of) an entire upper or lower set of teeth, FoY dentures are a great option to restore the appearance and functionality of your smile naturally. Since so many unique characteristics are associated with these dentures, it is essential to consider them a vital investment for your health and well-being. Plus, our practice in Overland Park is also privileged to offer financing through CareCredit™, which helps our patients pay for the out-of-pocket cost related to treatment to complete their … Continue reading


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