Honoring our veterans and heroes this Memorial Day weekend

Memorial Day weekend is a time Americans remember all those who bravely gave their lives for our country. Dr. Matt and our team also know it's the unofficial start of summer, and for many kids, getting out of town for three days with parents after being in school all these months is sure to be sweet, sweet relief.

At Smiles Dentistry for Kids, we know Memorial Day weekend is ripe for travel. After all, it’s unofficially the start of summer and time for a season full of vacations, adventures and great memories with parents or friends. What are you up to this Memorial Day weekend? What will you be doing on your day off from school or work?

Whether you are headed to a barbeque, a camping trip, hitting the great open roads of America or just having fun in the sun this weekend, we’d like to hear all about it! Enjoy the holiday!

Is your child afraid of the dentist?

Dr. Matt knows some children fear going to the dentist, and this morning, we found a great article on how to help your child overcome fears of visiting our office, courtesy of our friends at WebMD.

Serving Overland Park, Olathe, Kansas City and the surrounding areas of Kansas and Missouri, it is our goal to make your child's first dental experience a positive one. Whether it's a simple checkup or restorative care, Dr. Matt Hillman & our experienced team at Smiles Dentistry for Kids provide comprehensive gentle dental care in a comfortable and welcoming environment. In fact, most of our kiddos look forward to their next visit! Schedule an appointment by calling (913) 685-9990, and we'll see you soon!

Ask Dr. Matt: When is it time to schedule an appointment for my child?

Dr. Matt Hillman and our staff at Smiles Dentistry for Kids want to know: is your child brushing his or her teeth twice a day? If the answer is yes, that’s fantastic! But, it’s also important for your child to visit Dr. Matt every six months (or as recommended) in addition to brushing his or her teeth and flossing. Regular dental checkups, after all, are important for maintaining good oral health. Dr. Matt can:

• Check for problems in your child's mouth that might not be seen or felt
• Detect cavities and early signs of decay
• Treat oral health problems early
• Show your child how to properly brush and floss his or her teeth

During an oral exam, we will also check the health of your mouth, teeth, gums, cheeks and tongue. Checkups will also include a thorough teeth cleaning and polishing. If your child has not visited Smiles Dentistry for Kids in the past six months, it’s time to schedule an appointment with Dr. Matt by calling (913) 685-9990.

See you soon!

Everybody’s Brushing with Dr. Matt!

At Smiles Dentistry for Kids, we agree with Dr. Matt's advice: don't forget to brush your teeth! Check out this fun video we found about brushing your teeth!