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INFOCUS
HEALTHY, BEAUTIFUL TEETH
BEGIN AT KC SMILE
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WRITTEN BY JUDY GOPPERT
For more than 25 years, Dr. Ross Headley has been designing beautiful smiles for patients from all walks of life. Recognized for his artistic dental skills, Dr. Headley routinely welcomes local patients as well as many from across the country. Everyone is seeking a healthy, beautiful smile.
Some people are fortunate enough to have nearly perfect teeth, while others may have worn, crooked, or missing teeth. Enter Dr. Ross Headley! He has a talent for turning any smile into one of beauty, offering a complete array of techniques and problem-solving procedures. These include porcelain crowns or veneers, dental bonding, tooth-colored fillings, Invisalign, teeth whitening, bridges, and implants.
Dr. Headley earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Kansas, and his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree (D.D.S) from UMKC School of Dentistry. Having an interest in both engineering and dentistry, he realized dentistry actually combines the two.
As the only dentist at the practice, patients know exactly who is designing their smile. The practice offers free consultations and free digital imaging, which allows patients to see a simulation of how they will look with the dental changes they desire before having it done.
“It’s sort of like having a dental crystal ball!” Dr. Headley says with
Pictured:
Mariah Davis (actual patient), Miss Oklahoma USA 2020 and second runner-up Miss USA 2020 Photo By: Zac Grimaldo
a smile. Not everyone who sees Dr. Headley wants cosmetic dentistry. Many are looking for routine dental care that includes visits to the hygienists. Dr. Headley performs all general dental procedures with the exception of extractions and root canals. One of his highest priorities is patient comfort.
“Some patients are anxious about dental work, and we deliver stateof-the-art procedures in a courteous, pain-free manner. Even patients who do not express a fear can experience anxious moments,” says Dr. Headley. “Many steps are taken to make everyone feel at ease. Our free consultations include discussion regarding possible fear or anxiety. For those who have anxiety, we offer oral sedation in addition to nitrous oxide. We provide private treatment rooms with comfortable chairs and customized music as well. My dental assistants are always courteous and understanding.”
Using the most advanced materials and techniques, Dr. Headley transforms smiles. As Kansas’ only accredited member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, he understands how unhealthy or unattractive teeth can negatively impact a patient’s life. He witnesses daily how beautiful, healthy teeth change lives.
“Many patients are seeking a major change—to enhance their life with a beautiful smile,” he shares. Dr. Headley explains that this often involves placing porcelain on the teeth. “We’ve had many pageant title holders, actors, singers, and politicians transform their smiles. But our most common scenario is someone who isn’t a celebrity but wants their smile to look like one! We are simply a place for smiles—a place for the young and the old. We help older generations recapture their smiles and help prepare the younger generations for their careers.”
Patients have a lot to say as well. One patient shared, “Dr. Headley designed a beautiful smile for me. When I first consulted with him, every tooth I had was a different shape and a different color. It wasn’t unique, it was unsightly. Now my teeth are uniform, shaped attractively, and I can’t stop smiling. My self-confidence has soared, and so has my career.” If you look in the mirror and are disappointed with the way your smile looks, schedule a consultation. It’s not okay to hide behind that mask you are wearing. Sooner or later, we will all be displaying our sparkly whites, so make sure you are ready.
Above: Ross Headley, D.D.S. | Photo by: Jami Bowman
KC Smile - Ross S. Headley DDS • 12850 Metcalf Ave., Ste. 200, Overland Park, KS • 913.491.6874 • kcsmile.com
Refresh YOUR HOME
THIS SPRING
WRITTEN BY SHANNON E. ROESGEN
The month of March always promises the birth of spring. Even if the weather in March is said to begin by roaring like a lion and conclude as peacefully as a lamb, after surviving the cold and ice in January and February, we will take what we can get. Those cold, roaring days in March present the perfect opportunity to begin the process of spring cleaning. But what does spring cleaning actually mean? If that is a hard question, hiring a professional organizer might be the right choice for you. Eliza Cantlay, owner and lead organizer for Simplicana, an organizing and simplification business in Kansas City, explains, “Choosing an organizer is a good idea if the process of spring cleaning sounds daunting, if you don't have time to do it or drop off donations, or if you want somebody with zero attachment to your belongings to ask you exactly how you feel about your stuff without protesting.” Cantlay says her favorite part of spring cleaning—other than opening the windows and letting the fresh air in her home—is going through her winter wardrobe and donating anything that is either worn out or wasn’t worn much. “Then I swap in my spring/summer clothes, which I'm always happy to see after the six months they've been in storage! And whatever I'm not excited to see joins the other items in the donation bag,” she explains. A huge part of spring cleaning is purging. One can certainly lighten the load in the closet, but the purging process shouldn’t stop there.
Makeup
Did you know that makeup expires? It is recommended to replace each makeup item in a timely manner as follows: mascara after three months,
liquid eyeliner after three months, liquid foundation after six months, and lipstick after one year. (Pencil eyeliners don’t need to be replaced for two years.)
The Bathroom
Have you accumulated bottles of shampoo or conditioner in your shower that you don’t use anymore? Do you have bars of soap that have dwindled down to nothing? Time to throw those away and declutter your cleansing cubicle! While you are in your bathroom, examine your towels. Are there any that are fringed or have holes? It might be a smart idea to donate those and purchase fresh, new towels for the fresh, new season.
One last stop in the bathroom: have you been hoarding toilet paper because of COVID-19? If you have cabinets filled with white rolls of TP, perhaps it’d now be okay to let your stock dwindle.
The Kitchen
Time to clean out that fridge and freezer! What has expired? What’s in that Pyrex container? How did I accumulate so many condiments from restaurants? Yes, this kitchen appliance needs a surge of purge.
The Garage
How many of us have placed things in the garage and thought, I will deal with that when the weather gets warmer. While this plan is simply brilliant, spring has now sprung and it’s time to face the music. Time to donate, time to recycle, and time to make extra trips to the curb while taking out the garbage.
Deep Cleaning
Once the decluttering process is complete, the true spring cleaning can begin. Gather your brooms, mops, wipes, buckets, sponges, and cleansers—it’s time to start scrubbing.
Spring Cleaning Life Hacks
For those of you who prefer chemical-free cleansers, some good items to have on hand are vinegar, lemons, and baking soda. There are a great deal of recipes online for homemade, chemical-free cleaners, and these three ingredients will be your staples. After you use the juice of the lemon, place the rind of the lemon in your garbage disposal. Turn on some hot water, then run your garbage disposal for 15 seconds. The lemon is a natural cleanser and will eliminate any foul odors aerating from your disposal, replacing them with a clean and fresh aroma.
Another way to refresh the scent of your home can happen when you change your furnace filter. Before you insert the new air filter, place 6-10 drops of your favorite essential oil on the filter. Insert the filter into your furnace and let the furnace do the work for you. The furnace will blow beautifully scented clean air into every room in your home.
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SPRING ACTIVITIES TO DO IN KC
1 Picnic at Loose Park: Pack up your picnic
basket, kites, and blankets for a few hours relaxing in one of KC’s most beautiful parks, just outside the Plaza. Before you head out, be sure to stop and smell the roses at Kansas City’s municipal rose garden, with 3,000 roses to brighten up your day!
2 Enjoy Outdoor Dining at the Iron District:
This unique dining experience in North Kansas City is home to restaurants, a tiki bar, boutique shops—even a wellness container and a co-working space! Dine in the courtyard or sample from multiple vendors for a takeout feast.
3 Explore the Overland Park Arboretum
& Botanical Gardens: Need some fresh air? The 300-acre Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens boasts gardens with more than 1,700 species of plants, wild hiking trails, open prairies, and educational opportunities for all ages.
4 Take Movie Night al Fresco: While the 2020
movie season is over, it’s almost time to get the popcorn ready, movie buffs! Next month, head over to the Boulevard Drive-in for a 4K drive-in cinema experience adored for generations.
5 Be a Good Sport: To some, spring is synonymous with sports—especially for KC Royals and
Sporting KC fans! Welcome your home teams back to the field ... err, diamond? … face paint, peanuts, and crackerjacks encouraged!
6 Escape into Nature: Need a weekend get-
away right here in KC? Grab your tennis shoes and explore the Ernie Miller Park and Nature Center in Olathe on trails that range from flat and straight to a bit tougher terrain. Soak in the prairies, creeks, and woods that this 116-acre area has to offer!
7 “Sea” a New Side of KC: Explore some of
the best underwater exhibits at Sea Life Kansas City, KC’s only aquarium! Watch in awe as you walk through a tunnel surrounded by swimming friends—the perfect way to escape from a rainy spring day and have fun for the whole family!
