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The implant is considered a form of prosthetic dentistry, but is also considered a class of cosmetic dentistry. “Implants function like and look like natural teeth. Nobody will suspect that the implant isn’t a natural tooth or teeth. Implants replace the tooth root and provide the strength necessary for recipients to eat the foods they like and not have to worry about chewing,” remarks Dr. David Platt. Also, the implants maintain the jaw bone so there will be no further bone loss which maintains the facial features.

Dr. David Platt explains, “Even though snoring seems physically harmless, it can be a red flag for a more severe, and at times fatal, condition known as obstructive sleep apnea.” This occurs when the airway completely deflates, obstructing airflow straight into the lungs. The harder one attempts to breathe, the tighter the airway closes.

Dr. Gregory Dale and Dr. David Platt, Gladstone Family Dental Group, are helping their patients who suffer from migraine pain, tension-type headaches, jaw problems such as Temporomandibular Disorder (TMD) and bruxism (teeth grinding) with the NTI Supression System. The NTI Suppression System is a small removable plastic resin appliance custom fitted by Dr. Dale or Dr. Platt and is worn over the front teeth at night to prevent contact of the posterior teeth. “It is key that the molars and canine teeth do not touch anything in order to sufficiently reduce jaw clenching,” says Dr. Dale.

Dr. David Platt states, “We cancer screen everyone at the new patient exam and recall visit.” In this year alone approximately 40,000 people in the U.S. will be diagnosed with oral cancer. When detected early oral cancer has a very high survival rate; unfortunately most oral cancer is found as late stage cancer without routine exams. Dr. Dale and Dr. Platt utilize the CDx oral cancer screening system to test any suspicious areas. The OralCDx Brush Biopsy (or BrushTest® as it’s marketed in the dental market) is an in-office test to help ensure that the harmless-appearing white or red spots in patients’ mouths are not precancerous or cancerous. During the screening, the dentists look for cancer in common areas, like the sides of the tongue or cheeks.

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Dr. David Platt, Dentist Partner, Gladstone Family Dental in Gladstone, MO received a call from a 67-year-old woman who wanted a Complimentary Cosmetic Consult. Dr. Platt showed her before and after smile photos. After looking through all the photos, she said, “I wish I could see how my smile would look if I had dental work like this done.”