Did you know that chewing gum can provide significant oral health benefits to your teeth and gums? Did you know that it is recommended to chew sugarless gum after meals? The truth is that chewing gum can indeed help prevent cavities and other issues that may arise in your mouth. This is not so much due to chewing gum itself... read more »

When your tooth enamel begins to wear down, this process is known as dental erosion, also known as enamel erosion. It typically occurs due to harmful acids that are capable of eating through your enamel. If enamel erosion occurs to the point that a hole has formed in your tooth enamel, this is known as a cavity. If left untreated,... read more »

If you’re sick, you need to keep your smile in mind, no matter how inconvenient it may be. This is because your teeth and gums can be in danger while you’re laying in bed or making frequent trips to the bathroom. So, our dentist, Dr. Albert Mendez, has some tips for you so you can maintain a healthy smile while... read more »

You recently decided to get dentures. This is a fantastic option for filling in your smile! Whether you have full dentures or only partial dentures, you will need to adjust to a new oral health care routine. Here are some things to remember as you take care of your dentures. Keep your dentures moist at all times. They need to... read more »

Try Zoom! Whitening for brighter pearly whites. Mendez Family Dental in Pittsburg, Kansas, is proud to offer you two professional options for brightening your smile: Zoom! Whitening in-house whitening and take-home whitening treatments. A Zoom! in-house treatment can mean your pearly-whites are four to six shades whiter in 45 minutes or less. This treatment has made millions of patients’ smiles... read more »

Many times dental fillings are used to repair minor defects in a tooth’s enamel layer caused by dental caries, dental attrition, or minor dental fractures. They are intended to repair the tooth with a material that will not be directly vulnerable to bacterial tooth decay, while also restoring the strength and function of the tooth. Unfortunately, as the years pass,... read more »

Kids are sneaky. In fact, they’re very sneaky, especially when it comes to asking them to do something they don’t necessarily want to do. This is often the case with oral hygiene. If your child pretends to brush their teeth to get out of the task, our dentist, Dr. Albert Mendez, and dental team have some tips for you. We... read more »

If you’re traveling for business or you are on vacation, you need to keep your teeth clean and  healthy. Before you leave, make an appointment to see our dentist, Dr. Albert Mendez at Mendez Family Dental in Pittsburg, Kansas. We’ll give you a thorough cleaning and exam to make certain there is nothing wrong that could present a larger problem... read more »

Are you doing your part to ensure your smile remains in excellent condition? Although it may seem like a chore at times, the small amounts of attention you spend each day caring for your smile, including brushing and flossing for a few minutes, can have drastic effects on your smile that will last for years. Listed below are some common... read more »

Have you ever asked what are dental bridges? If so, you have come to the right place! Dental bridges are a form of smile restorations that can work if you find yourself missing a tooth or two. That is why our team here at Mendez Family Dental in Pittsburg, Kansas, is happy to talk to you about dental bridges and... read more »