Few physical improvements have such a meaningful impact on attractiveness and self-confidence as a smile makeover. Excellent oral health and a pleasing smile contribute to overall physical health and a high quality of life. If you have ever wondered how cosmetic dentistry could change your life, we invite you to schedule a consultation with Boulder…
One of the persistent misconceptions about tooth implants is that they are too costly. Perhaps you have considered implants but think the price is too steep. Let’s talk about the cost of dental implants. Look At The Big Picture A tooth implant is not cheap, it is a significant treatment. But you need to look…
Have you had a tooth extracted? Think your problems are over for that particular tooth? We hate to break it to you, but you still have some problems ahead—even if you don’t care about the gap in your smile. Problems With Extracted Teeth First off, when a tooth is extracted, the surrounding bone shrinks and…
Dental implants have been hailed as one of the truly great advances in the field of dentistry, and with good reason. Implants are an artificial tooth root that is surgically implanted into the jaw of a patient, to replace a missing root. The implant, in turn, can support an artificial tooth; multiple implants can anchor…
This blog post from Boulder County Smiles in Lafayette CO focuses on an article that appeared recently on ScienceDaily.com. The article describes a study of Brazilian ICU patients that compared infection rates of those who received enhanced oral care instead of routine oral care. The patients who received the more intensive dental care were 56…
1. Dentures are not the only replacement selection for missing teeth. Dental implants used alone or in combination with a partial denture is often a preferable option for patients. Whereas a removable appliance replaces only the visible parts of teeth, an implant replaces both the root and crown of a tooth. This has vital implications….
The most common times people stop to brush their teeth are morning and night – either before or after breakfast, after dinner, or at bedtime. Common concerns that come with this routine involve hiccups in the schedule, from family life, shift work or exhaustion. Sometimes after dinner isn’t super cut and dried. Many Boulder families…
Today’s dental technology has solved the problem of annoying loose-fitting dentures with an outstanding tooth replacement option. Instead of relying on your tongue, a weak suction, and some dental adhesive to keep false teeth in place, dental implant posts can anchor full or partial dentures. The dentures are secure enough to allow the wearer to…
Are you one of the fortunate people with healthy teeth? Would you like to keep them healthy for the rest of your life? Some residents believe that keeping their teeth healthy into the golden years is unlikely if not impossible. At , we are happy to assure you that this is a myth. With proper…
Whenever you’re in our Boulder County Smiles office in Lafayette CO, the dentist reminds you to brush and floss every day. (You’ve notice?) In general, we say brush your teeth at least twice a day, and floss at least once. Too many patients heed that first bit of advice, but unfortunately ignore the second. Flossing…