At Gordon West DDS, Cosmetic & General Dentistry, one of the most common complaints we hear from Boulder cosmetic dentistry patients is problems with mouth sores. There are many different kinds of oral lesions which can make eating and talking painful. Some are annoying yet harmless, while other sores are more serious and require medical…
Though we don’t often think about it, Boulder children as young as 9 or 10 months of age can be infected with cavity producing bacteria, which causes cavities and tooth decay. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that almost 20% of children 2-5 have untreated cavities, and the percentage rises in children…
Hi. I’m Dr. Gordon West. Welcome to my Boulder County dental blog! I find that many of my patients in the Boulder County area get a couple of dental terms mixed up. Today, I would like to clarify the differences between plaque, calculus, and cavities. Plaque is a film that covers teeth – a sticky…
Hello, I am Dr. Gordon West of Gordon West DDS, Cosmetic & General Dentistry in Boulder. Today’s blog topic is ‘How Your Diet Affects Your Smile.’ I’m sure you brush and floss regularly and hopefully visit your Boulder cosmetic dentistry practice for cleanings, but did you know that making small changes to your diet can improve your…
We advise our Lafayette, CO cosmetic dentistry clients at Gordon West DDS, Cosmetic & General Dentistry to watch their sugar intake to prevent cavities and other health problems. If you are trying to unsweeten your diet, you are probably skipping the usual suspects: candy, soda, and baked treats. But not all sugar is as obvious…
If you want a movie star smile and don’t have oral health issues that need to be addressed, Dr. Gordon West at Gordon West DDS, Cosmetic & General Dentistry can explain options for achieving the celebrity smile you desire. To book a private consultation for a smile makeover, call 303-665-5335 today. Dr. West has helped…
Hello Boulder dental friends. Welcome to my Gordon West DDS, Cosmetic & General Dentistry blog. This site is for my remarkable patients and anyone in the Boulder area who is seeking: A smile makeover A family dentist who is great with children Quick solutions to any immediate oral problems A dental practice that focuses on preventative…
What is a beautiful smile worth? Men and women who have received a smile makeover at Gordon West DDS, Cosmetic & General Dentistry in Lafayette, CO say it was worth every penny. Your smile is a part of you that you share with your family, friends, and colleagues every day. An attractive smile creates confidence….
If you are a worried Boulder County resident experiencing inflamed gums or an aching tooth, you’re are not alone. About one third of U.S. adults are affected by tooth decay, according to the CDC, and gum disease plagues one in seven people age 35 to 40. Don’t ignore these symptoms, call Gordon West DDS, Cosmetic &…
Hello Lafayette, CO! Has your smile lost its luster? Are your teeth discolored? If flashing a pearly white smile is important to you I can help. My name is Dr. Gordon West and I have been creating whiter, brighter smiles for patients in the Lafayette area since 1998 at Gordon West DDS, Cosmetic & General…