Expectant and new mothers in this day and age have a lot to think about. There are plenty of commonly known substances, practices, infections, and conditions that can adversely affect the health of your baby, but we’d like to tell you about the lesser known dangers to your baby.
Dr. Kevin Postol wants you to know that research has shown a significant connection between the oral health of mothers and the health of their babies throughout pregnancy and infancy. We at the office of Kevin F. Postol, DDS know that mothers will do everything in their power to keep their children healthy, and that’s why we are asking Ballwin mothers to make a commitment to their own health. Read on to find out how and why!
How can Gum Disease Affect My Baby?
There are lots of ways to deal with missing or damaged teeth. You’ve probably heard one of us at St. Louis Dentistry talking about implants, dentures, bridges, and crowns, but have you ever wondered what they are and how they work? Dr. Kevin Postol knows that folks in Ballwin and St. Louis like to be informed, so think of this as your personal guide to things that might end up in your mouth. As always, if you have any questions, feel free to give us a call!
Dr. Kevin Postol is not the type of dentist that will tell St. Louis residents they can’t ever eat candy. In fact, none of us at St. Louis Dentistry will tell you that, because we all love candy. Everyone loves candy! However, we also love teeth, and you can’t eat any more candy if your teeth fall out. The best way to keep your mouth healthy and still get your candy fix is to eat the right kind of candy in moderation, and maintain a stellar 
Most Ballwin and St. Louis residents will lose a tooth at some point in their lives, but that doesn’t mean your smile has to suffer. There are numerous ways to fix a lost tooth, but today, Dr. Kevin Postol would like to educate you about the best option for a healthy smile that will last a lifetime: dental implants. Here are some facts about dental implants. If you have any questions or would like to schedule a consultation, don’t hesitate to give us at St. Louis Dentistry a call.
A Bottle of Red or a Bottle of White?
Dr. Kevin Postol and all of us at St. Louis Dentistry would like to take this opportunity to talk about oral cancer, the lives that are lost to it, and what it could mean for you and your family. Oral cancer is one of the only cancers that is actually becoming more common, and we want our Ballwin patients to know what it is and how to protect themselves.
Everybody knows that morning breath, or halitosis, is particularly awful. Maybe your spouse, partner, or some other member of your family has informed you that your mouth is toxic in the AM. It is likely that you have noticed it yourself! Either way, St. Louis Dentistry wants to bring an end to this suffering! There is hope; with the right information you have a good chance of not getting kicked out of bed to go and 
Well, if you’re reading this you have already made it through teething, but the same cannot be said for a newborn. We at St. Louis Dentistry care about the health of our Ballwin patients and that’s why we want to provide you with useful knowledge about how to care for a baby that needs teething relief. It’s no secret that new parents have a lot on their plate, so Dr. Postol wants to remind you that amidst the chaos of a brand new child, it is important to 
It’s no secret that regular old braces carry a certain stigma. The brackets, wires, and small, colored bands are clunky and painful, and most people shudder at the thought of having to get them. However, the 
It’s easy to protect yourself from things you know will stain your teeth, but what about those mysterious offenders you didn’t even know are turning your pearly whites into dull yellows? It is not uncommon for Ballwin residents to have stained teeth, but we at St. Louis Dentistry are going to give you the information on
