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In the quest for a beautiful smile, an often overlooked but very important aspect is gum health. Healthy gums are essential for a healthy mouth and may ultimately affect one’s overall health, as well. Dr. Bowen and the staff of Bowen Family Dentistry in Manhattan, KS help their patients maintain healthy gums and teeth through […]

It started out as an unconventional theory. But now, more and more scientists, physicians and dentists are seeing the connection between gum disease and potentially fatal heart attacks. What would a problem with your gums have in common with an ailing heart? Researchers began by looking at heart attack patients and deciding what physical symptoms […]

Seeing that you have a dental appointment on your calendar for today only adds to your frustration! Your schedule is packed, and the last thing you want to do is take time out of your busy day to visit the dentist for a cleaning and exam. Before you reach for the phone to cancel your […]

What is the best technique for brushing? There are a number of effective brushing techniques. Patients are advised to ask during an appointment to determine which is the best one for them, since tooth position and gum condition vary. One effective, easy-to-remember technique involves using a circular or elliptical motion to brush a couple of […]

Dr. Bowen is always telling you to brush your teeth twice a day, floss your pearly whites, and come into the office twice a year to get your checkups. We all know that we should do these things for our dental health, but what is the reasoning behind it? Why do we have to perform […]

Tooth brushing is the first thing that probably comes into the mind of people after hearing about proper oral hygiene. This oral care essential had been practiced by all people, even before. A person may fail to floss or rinse their mouth, but there is no way that they can forget brushing their teeth. But […]

There are many benefits to fluoride to aid in your dental health! Fluoride can be found in your water supply, in your toothpaste, and at your dentist’s office in the form of a foam or rinse, but what does it really do? Well, first of all there is a correlation between water fluoridation and a […]

Most Americans have dental fillings in their mouth. They are a common dental service that is used to protect teeth and repair damage. Our dental team at Bowen Family Dentistry provide high-quality treatments that last, but how can you extend the life of your dental fillings? Continue reading on to get the answer. How Long […]

One type of cosmetic dentistry used to restore the color of teeth is whitening. But exactly what is tooth whitening and does it work? If so, how is it done and will any over-the-counter toothpaste do the same? Well, as you might imagine, tooth whitening is done by an experienced dentist and it does work […]

While the prevention and treatment of tooth decay has improved dramatically over the last half century, it continues to be a major health issue, especially for children. One in four children 5 and younger will develop some form of the disease. Although tooth decay in children stems from the same causes as in adults — […]