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January 8, 2012

Voted Best Dentist Office Fifth Year Running

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SPRINGFIELD, MISSOURI – Drs. Marc and Kelly Barnett and Dr. Tracy Davis specialists in Nixa general dentistry have won the distinction of Best Dentist Office in the much-anticipated, annual Springfield News-Leader 2011 Best of the Ozarks for the fifth year in a row.

“We are so honored that we have won,” says Dr. Davis. “Having our dental team’s work publicly lauded is extremely flattering. It reassures us that our patients feel we are providing high quality dental care and customer service at the standard we set for ourselves.”

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December 28, 2011

Whiter Teeth Now With Our New Whitening System

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SPRINGFIELD, MISSOURI – If you have ever been self-conscious of stained teeth or wondered how a whiter smile would affect the image you portray, we have a whitening system that is just what you need.

In time for the holidays or making whiter teeth a New Year resolution, Barnett-Davis Dental Group, a Springfield, MO dentists, are offering KöR Whitening Deep Bleaching System, now with improved in-office whitening prescription bleach.

“We have been offering the KöR system for several years but the improved bleach for the chairside treatment we got last year has been providing awesome results,” says Dr. Marc Barnett, a porcelain veneers specialist.

The system was developed by Dr. Rod Kurthy, an internationally renowned cosmetic dentist and bleaching expert, and dental professionals around the world have added the product to their repertoire.  Dental Product Shopper deemed the Evolve Dental Technologies’ treatment Best Product in 2009, giving the product a rating of 4.8 out of 5.
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December 27, 2011

Dental Anxiety? You’re Not Alone And We Can Help

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OZARK, MISSOURI – Do you ever get nervous just thinking about going to the dentist? You might be worrying unnecessarily. With dentistry’s many advances, the diagnosis and treatment for dental problems gets more sophisticated and comfortable all the time.

People with dental anxiety and phobia are not alone. Many people experience these feelings and experience some level of fear about going to the dentist, but the caring professionals at Barnett-Davis Dental Group are changing that.

Drs. Marc and Kelly Barnett and Tracy Davis and their highly trained team help patients from all over Southwest Missouri deal with and overcome their dental anxiety every day. We understand that many patients are apprehensive or even frightened of coming to the dentist so we take time to listen, explain procedures and make a plan with them to cope with their fears.

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November 28, 2011

Give Yourself The Gift Of Fresh Breath This Holiday Season

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BRANSON, MISSOURI – The holiday season means friends, family and parties for many people, and the last thing they want on their mind is whether they are assaulting loved ones with offensive oral odor.

The good news is that bad breath, medically called halitosis, is not something that someone has to live with or attempt to cover up with breath mints or gum, according to the Branson dentists at Barnett-Davis Dental Group.

The problem may arise from poor dental health habits or be a sign of other health problems, and it can be exacerbated by the types of foods you eat and other unhealthy lifestyle habits.

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November 27, 2011

Talking About A Sensitive Situation

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OZARK, MISSOURI – If you have ever experienced tooth sensitivity, you know it is never far from your mind. Avoiding that “ouch” moment can affect everything from what and how you eat to when and if you take care of dental hygiene.

Pain caused by tooth sensitivity is no longer a problem that you have to live with because the dentists of Barnett-Davis Dental Group are explaining the most common culprits of tooth sensitivity and how to get relief.
Take It Easy
Sometimes tooth sensitivity can be caused by brushing with too much force or with a toothbrush with bristles that are too hard. The protective layers of your teeth wear down when a person repeatedly brushes improperly, exposing the microscopic hollow tubes or canals that lead to the dental nerves.
“The tubules are very sensitive, meaning exposure to hot, cold, acidic or sticky foods and beverages often results in discomfort or pain,” says Dr. Kelly Barnett, an Ozark tooth whitening specialist. She recommends patients switch to a toothbrush with softer bristles and to brush gently.

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The Culprit Behind The Recent Rise In Children’s Cavities

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NIXA, MISSOURI – Children’s cavities are on the rise, according to Drs. Marc Barnett, Kelly Barnett and Tracy Davis, Nixa dentists, and they say sugary drinks and bottled water are to blame.

“It is astonishing how much soda and other sugary beverages, such as sports drinks, sweet tea and flavored water, Americans consume each year,” says Dr. Kelly Barnett, who is a dental care specialist at Barnett-Davis Dental Group.

A 12-ounce bottle of Gatorade Thirst Quencher has 21 grams of sugar, which is approximately seven teaspoons of sugar. A 16-ounce can of Monster, a common energy drink, contains 54 grams of sugar, or roughly 13.5 teaspoons of sugar.

“These beverages are a double-whammy to teeth because the acid breaks down the tooth enamel, which allows faster access to the cavity-causing sugars,” says Dr. Davis, a tooth bonding and dentures provider.

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August 16, 2011

Voted Top Dentists In 417 Magazine Fourth Year Running

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SPRINGFIELD, MISSOURI – The 417 Magazine ranked Drs. Marc Barnett, Kelly Barnett and Tracy Davis as Top Dentists for the fourth year in a row.  “We are truly honored to be chosen as Top Dentists again,” said Dr. Davis, a teeth whitening provider. “The recognition highlights our dedication to promoting optimal oral health with exceptional patient care.”

The magazine used information collected by an independent agency in a poll sent to all dentists and some other types of health professionals located within the 417 area code. The ballots ask that participants take into account years in practice, continuing education, patient interaction, physical results, and incorporating new techniques and technology when ranking their peers.

The list including the Springfield MO dentists was published in the August 2011 issue and reached a readership of more than 130,000 in southwest Missouri. In addition to the annual Top Dentists feature, the magazine covers topics related to arts, events, dining, entertainment, home and other local quality of life issues. (more…)

July 23, 2011

Quick, Easy and Affordable Way to Stabilize Dentures And Replace Missing Teeth

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OZARK, MISSOURI – All three doctors at Barnett-Davis Dental are certified to surgically place miniature dental implants to stabilize removable partials and dentures or replace missing teeth with implant-supported crowns.

Ozark smile makeover dentist, Dr. Tracy Davis says the MDI System consists of two parts: the miniature titanium screw that acts as the root of your tooth and a retaining fixture that is incorporated into the base of your denture or crown. An O-ring snaps over the ball-shaped retaining fixture at the head of the implant, and together they act as a socket to hold the denture at a predetermined level of force, according to Dr. Davis. Dental bridges or crowns can also be cemented onto the implant’s head for a permanent restoration option. (more…)

July 4, 2011

Check Mouth Guards for Wear before the New Athletic Season

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SPRINGFIELD, MISSOURI – The dentists at Barnett-Davis Dental Group are reminding their patients that in order to prevent sports-related dental injuries, they have to use a mouth guard.

The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons recommends the use of mouth guards for children and adults when playing any sport that involves falls, body contact or flying equipment. This includes football, wrestling, baseball, soccer, hockey, skateboarding, gymnastics, in-line skating, mountain biking – any activity that might result in an injury to the mouth.

“Injuries to the face and teeth can cause so many long-term oral health problems,” says Dr. Marc Barnett, Springfield MO dentist. “If you don’t want to land in the dentist’s chair- or worse, the ER- after being hit in the face with a hockey puck, ball or elbow, you need to protect yourself and wear a well-fitted mouth guard.” (more…)

May 25, 2011

Another Way to Prevent Cavities & Protect Teeth Is Available

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SPRINGFIELD, MISSOURI – Barnett-Davis Dental Group, a Springfield MO cosmetic dentistry practice, now carries MI Paste for patients with a high caries risk, according to Dr. Tracy Davis, a Springfield MO dentist.

The water-based, sugar-free paste is smeared directly in the oral cavity or on the tooth surface. The application process can be done by the dentist in the office or by the patient at home. The active ingredient, RECALDENT (CPP-ACP), is a milk-derived phosphopeptide that binds calcium and phosphate to tooth surfaces, plaque and surrounding soft tissue, according to the MI Paste website. (more…)