There are many reasons why you might want to fix a crooked or gapped smile. Most often, people are concerned about the appearance of their teeth. Crooked or gapped teeth can make you self-conscious when you show your smile. However, there are other reasons why you should fix misaligned teeth and close gaps in your smile. You might get food stuck in your teeth, which can be embarrassing andpainful. Challenges cleaning your teeth can also impact your oral health, contributing to gum disease and cavities.  So, what’s the best way to straighten your teeth? We recommend orthodontics. Orthodon ..read more

If you are considering a smile makeover in Lee’s Summit to improve the appearance of your smile, the Center for TMJ & Sleep Apnea can help. We commonly help people with cosmetic and restorative dentistry treatments in Lee’s Summit, often in conjunction with TMJ treatment. Here’s a comprehensive guide to what you can expect from a smile makeover at our dental office. Request Appointment It Starts with a Smile Makeover Consultation A smile makeover is a custom cosmetic dentistry procedure. We’ll start with a consultation to decide what your smile makeover should include. If you are new ..read more

If you are considering a smile makeover in Lee’s Summit to improve the appearance of your smile, the Center for TMJ & Sleep Apnea can help. We commonly help people with cosmetic and restorative dentistry treatments in Lee’s Summit, often in conjunction with TMJ treatment. Here’s a comprehensive guide to what you can expect from a smile makeover at our dental office. It Starts with a Smile Makeover Consultation A smile makeover is a custom cosmetic dentistry procedure. To decide what your smile makeover should include, we’ll start with a consultation. If you are new to our office, pleas ..read more

Have you ever experienced a headache that felt like some of the worst pain you’ve ever experienced? Or perhaps you experience a headache almost every day of the week. Whatever situation you might have experienced, you may have wondered when you should be concerned about a headache. Should you visit the ER? Should you consult your local Lee’s Summit dentist? To help give you peace of mind and know when a visit to a medical professional may be needed, we’ve broken down some of the signs you should worry about a headache. Recurring Headaches One of the reasons you should feel concerned about ..read more

It doesn’t matter if you have one drop of alcohol or several glasses. The tiniest amount can impact your sleep and cause you to snore at night. If you find yourself snoring every time you drink alcohol, it’s no coincidence. There is a reason why this happens. Before you indulge in your daily glass of red wine for your health, learn why that wine might lead to a night full of snoring and what you can do to prevent yourself from snoring in the future.  How Alcohol Affects the Body Before we dive into the reason why you snore when you drink alcohol, it’s important to understand how alco ..read more

Temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD) is a disorder that occurs in the temporomandibular joint—the joint that connects the skull to the jaw. When the joint becomes damaged or injured, it can lead to TMD and painful symptoms. It’s important to recognize the symptoms so you can receive the needed treatment to manage the painful symptoms. To help you seek care sooner than later, we’ve compiled a list of the top 5 signs you might have a TMJ disorder. If you recognize having any of these symptoms, we highly encourage you to schedule a consultation with one of our TMJ dentists in Lee’s Summit, MO ..read more

If you’ve decided to improve your smile using Invisalign, you’re probably wondering what the treatment process looks like. Although every patient has a different smile, everyone will experience a similar treatment process – some might just be longer or include extra aspects than others. Before you visit us at the Center for TMJ & Sleep Apnea in Lee’s Summit, MO for Invisalign treatment, learn what to expect during your treatment. Prepping For Invisalign The first part of your Invisalign treatment is an appointment with Dr. Pribyl where he examines your smile to determine if you’re a goo ..read more

Are you having trouble sleeping because your partner is snoring? Have you tried talking to them, but they don’t want to get treatment for their snoring?  The Lee’s Summit sleep dentists at the Center for TMJ & Sleep Apnea understand how hard it can be to convince someone they need to get their snoring treated. We also know how important it is for you and your partner that they get treatment. That’s why we’re offering ten ideas that might convince your partner that they should get snoring treatment. Some of these you might have tried, and others might not be relevant. Hopefully, thoug ..read more

A toothache can be very disruptive. It can make it hard to eat, hard to sleep, and even hard to work or play.  If you have a toothache, you should get it evaluated and treated, if necessary. However, there’s another possibility you should consider: your toothache might be a sign that you have a temporomandibular joint disorder (called TMJ or TMD). TMJ could be making your toothache worse. In some cases, TMJ might be the reason you have a toothache.  If you suspect that TMJ might be contributing to or responsible for your toothache, let the Lee’s Summit TMJ dentists at the Center for ..read more

Stroke is one of the most significant cardiovascular risks of untreated sleep apnea. However, this doesn’t mean that the usefulness of sleep apnea treatment ends after a person has a stroke. Quite the opposite. Sleep apnea treatment can be just as important after a stroke as before. It can help people recover successfully following a stroke, helping them avoid death and permanent brain damage.  At the Center for TMJ & Sleep Apnea, our Lee’s Summit sleep dentists can help you get the best results from your treatment.  Stroke Risk and Sleep Apnea A stroke occurs when there’s a ..read more