Ben Pyatt Dental Office

10/16/2026

When a tooth needs more than a filling, an inlay or onlay may offer the right balance of strength, protection, and natural tooth preservation. 🦷 These custom restorations repair damaged areas and help restore your tooth’s function while preserving more of its natural structure than a full crown in suitable cases.

At Ben Pyatt Dental Office, our team in can help you understand which restorative option may be right for your smile. Visit our website or contact us to learn more about inlays, onlays, and other restorative treatments. ✨😃

Dr. Ben Pyatt and Dr. Ed Pyatt at Smiles Above The Rest in Republic and Buffalo, MO, specialize in smile makeovers. Achieve the perfect smile with our expert cosmetic dentistry services. Contact us today for a consultation!

10/12/2026

🏈⚽ Whether it’s practice or game day, protecting your smile is part of being game-ready! If a dental injury does happen, prompt care is important. Even if the damage seems minor, having a dentist evaluate the injury can help prevent complications.

Learn more about protecting your smile on and off the field. 🦷

An oral and maxillofacial surgeon sheds light on the most prevalent dental injuries caused by sports and how mouthguards can help.

10/10/2026

🧡🎃 Make the most of spooky season with plenty of family fun in ! 😃

10/08/2026

☕🍁 Cooler weather often means enjoying more coffee, tea, and other seasonal favorites. While these beverages can be part of a healthy routine, they can contribute to staining over time. Drinking water after your beverage can help keep your mouth feeling fresh and support a brighter smile.

Whether you're interested in professional teeth whitening or exploring cosmetic dentistry options, Ben Pyatt Dental Office is here to help you maintain a smile you'll feel confident sharing.

🦷 Learn more about our services or contact our team in through our website to schedule a visit: https://smilesabovetherest.com/teeth-whitening/.

10/06/2026

If your gums bleed when you brush or floss, it may be your smile's way of telling you it needs a little extra attention. 🚨 Bleeding gums are often linked to inflammation from plaque buildup and can be an early sign of gingivitis.

The good news is that healthy dental habits can help keep your gums healthy and your smile on track. 🪥🔍 Learn more about protecting your oral health.

Wondering "why are my gums bleeding when I brush my teeth?" Discover how much blood is too much when brushing teeth, and what to do to stop it.

10/04/2026

❤️💛 Bringing The Kansas City Chiefs spirit all season long!

09/29/2026

Even with good intentions, a few common habits can work against your oral health. 🔎 Brushing too hard, using too much toothpaste, rushing through your two minutes, or skipping the gumline can all affect your teeth and gums over time.

🪥🛡 Here are a few simple brushing tips to add to your routine.

Brushing harder isn't brushing better. Here's what dental pros wish you'd do instead.

09/27/2026

🌟 What’s one way you can spread a little kindness? ☺️🤝

Missouri Good Neighbor Week is September 28th - October 4th!

Being a good neighbor starts with small acts of kindness—and it makes a big impact on our community. Missouri Good Neighbor Week is a time to celebrate the connections that make Republic a great place to live, work, and belong.
Whether it’s helping someone with yard work, checking in on a neighbor, or simply saying hello, everyone can play a part in building a stronger community.

🌟 Want to get involved?
- Perform a simple act of kindness
- Connect with someone new in your neighborhood
- Nominate a great neighbor who goes above and beyond

We’d love to see nominations from Republic residents recognized across the state!
Learn more, find resources, and submit nominations here:
🔗 https://missourigoodneighborweek.com/

Let’s work together to make Republic an even more welcoming and connected community—one good neighbor at a time. 💛

09/24/2026

🍂✨ Fall is full of little moments that make the season special. Keeping up with routine dental care helps ensure your teeth and gums are ready for all the smiling, laughing, and celebrating ahead. Enjoy the season and take good care of the smile that comes with it.

🦷 When your next visit comes due, Ben Pyatt Dental Office in would love to welcome you in!

Our Website: https://smilesabovetherest.com/

09/22/2026

After brushing, should you rinse with water or simply spit out the toothpaste? 🪥 Leaving fluoride on your teeth a little longer may give it more time to help strengthen enamel and protect against cavities.

🦷✅ It’s one of those simple everyday habits worth knowing about.

After brushing, do you rinse your toothpaste out of your mouth? A dentist explains whether rinsing or not rinsing is better, and why.