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Don’t let “wisdom teeth” disrupt your life! Proactive treatment prevents pain and complications of third molars

Posted By Dr. Shane Nelson
Wisdom Teeth Removal in Overland Park, KS Area

Dentistry by Shane Nelson DDS, has never “rested on its laurels.” Our “fearless leader,” Dr. Nelson, sets the tone. We are always seeking out and acquiring new skills, technologies, and knowledge about the “latest and safest” techniques that modern dentistry has to offer. Due to our extensive on-site capabilities, many oral surgeries and complex procedures can be performed in-house at our practice in Overland Park, Kansas – by the team you know and trust.  These surgical capabilities include monitoring and treating wisdom teeth. We don’t automatically treat these teeth; we start by monitoring how these “third molars” are developing in … Continue reading

Get to know the GNM approach to preventing the damage and resolving the pain of bruxism and TMJs

Posted By Dr. Shane Nelson
Solutions for jaw pain and teeth grinding in Overland Park, KS Area

At Dentistry by Shane Nelson DDS, we are pleased to treat our valued patients from Overland Park, Kansas, and the surrounding area like extended members of our own “dental family.” We bring a warm, non-judgmental, and highly personalized approach to care using cutting-edge technologies and advanced techniques, such as Gneuromuscular (GNM) dentistry.  GNM dentistry is all about identifying and restoring the healthy balance that supports comfortable function. It includes treatments with special oral appliances and therapies such as using a TENS machine. The tissues and structures of your mouth, face, and jaws ideally function as a “well-oiled” machine. Any time … Continue reading

We are one of a handful of  SMART-certified dentists in Kansas What safe mercury removal means, why it matters

Posted By Dr. Shane Nelson
Mercury Fillings Safely Removal in Overland Park KS Area

Our dentist, Dr. Shane Nelson, is one of a handful of dentists in Kansas certified by the International Academy of Oral Medicine & Toxicology (IAOMT) in the Safe Mercury Amalgam Removal Technique (SMART). This certification is important; it demonstrates our commitment to safe, healthy, biocompatible dental materials as a truly biological dental practice.  The dangers of amalgam fillings  The IAOMT was founded in the early 1980s. From his Overland Park office, Dr. Nelson is among a group of dentists, health professionals, and researchers worldwide who are doing their part to protect the health of patients, staff, respective communities, and the … Continue reading

Even patients with bone loss can still get implants and enjoy all of their many benefits

Posted By Dr. Shane Nelson
Bone Graft for Tooth Implant in Overland Park KS Area

Implants are a marvelous treatment option! Replacement teeth made with dental implants are designed like natural healthy teeth. Due to their unique design, implant-supported crowns, bridges, and dentures provide the most natural function and feel in the mouth and appearance. When cared for like natural teeth, with the usual good brushing, flossing, and visits to our office in Overland Park, Kansas, implant-retained prosthetic teeth can last a lifetime. For these and other reasons, Dr. Shane Nelson and his talented team want many patients to benefit from this treatment, the very best in tooth replacement.   Superior capabilities for special needs Bone … Continue reading

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


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