It’s a question that many parents in Boulder debate: When should I take my child in for their first dental appointment? The answer may be a little earlier than you think. The American Dental Association recommends that a child sees a dentist around twelve months of age. This happens to be about the time when…
Cosmetic dentistry techniques and materials have advanced to a point where total and near-total mouth reconstruction is possible right here in the Boulder area. Unlike conventional removable dentures, extensive mouth reconstruction involves strong, functional and aesthetically pleasing teeth with roots permanently anchored into the jaw bone. You have probably heard around Boulder about dental implants; the tooth…
Oral piercing is a popular form of body-art in Lafayette, CO, but just because it’s popular doesn’t mean it’s safe. I’m Dr. Gordon West, a dentist serving the Lafayette, CO area. When my patients ask me about the safety of oral piercings, I make sure they understand the possible consequences. First, Boulder residents should know…
If you are a regular visitor to our blog here at Gordon West DDS, Cosmetic & General Dentistry, you have probably read many articles on cosmetic dentistry procedures. Dr. Gordon West is a master of smile makeovers. Dental bonding, crowns, and porcelain veneers can take care of teeth that are chipped, broken, or misshapen. Our…
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…
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…
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…
Some Boulder County residents who have a weak or broken tooth may want to research dental crowns as a solution to improve their smile and overall oral health. A crown is really a cap or covering that is tooth-shaped and when it is in place, it will cover the portion of the covered tooth that…
Hello, I am Dr. Gordon West. Welcome to my Boulder dentist blog. Because my chosen profession is cosmetic dentistry, I can create total smile makeovers for my clients. If you are not familiar with the latest dental advances, you might not realize what cosmetic dentistry can do for you. We have dedicated our professional lives to…