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Should I Replace My Healthy Teeth with Dental Implants?

September 24, 2024

Filed under: Uncategorized — Rachit Goyal @ 10:36 pm
Woman smiling in the dental chair

Dental implants are the best tooth replacement option in existence! Unlike dentures and dental bridges, dental implants replace the roots of the missing teeth, allowing for numerous benefits, including additional stability, longevity, and comfort. But how do dental implants face up against natural teeth? Should healthy teeth be replaced with dental implants? Here’s what you should know.

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How Long Does It Take to Get Dental Implant Surgery?

August 28, 2024

Filed under: Uncategorized — Rachit Goyal @ 6:26 pm
Dentist performing surgery

Dental implants are the best tooth replacement option out there. Unlike traditional dentures and dental bridges, they replace the roots of the missing teeth, allowing for a variety of additional benefits, like stability, longevity, and comfort. To achieve this, getting dental implants requires a surgical procedure. Continue reading to learn how long you can expect this to take and what the recovery period looks like.

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The Benefits of Titanium Dental Implants

July 18, 2024

Filed under: Uncategorized — Rachit Goyal @ 8:23 pm

Model of titanium implant postDental implants are the most reliable solution to replace lost teeth. They are the only treatment to mimic both the tooth root and the crown. The foundation of their success is due to the use of titanium. Here’s how titanium has revolutionized the dental implant process.

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IYKYK: Important Details About Invisalign

June 20, 2024

Filed under: Uncategorized — Rachit Goyal @ 1:54 pm
A woman putting on an Invisalign aligner.

If you’re considering Invisalign because it’s more convenient and easier to care for than traditional wire-and-bracket braces, you’ve come to the right place. Clear aligners can create a beautiful, healthy smile just like braces, but with a lot less of the hassle. But before you make that commitment, make sure you understand these important details first.

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Feel Free to Smile with Invisalign

May 1, 2024

Filed under: Uncategorized — Rachit Goyal @ 8:47 pm

Does the thought of traditional wire-and-bracket braces leave you feeling a bit tied down? Since their inception, metal braces have gained a reputation of being painful and restrictive and over the years not much has changed. But just because you want straighter teeth doesn’t mean you need to stick with tradition. Since 1997, Invisalign has been straightening teeth without the wires, brackets, or many of the challenges of “old school” braces.

If you’re ready to align your smile, but don’t want the frustration of traditional braces, Invisalign may be for you. Here’s how Invisalign can help you break free from the wires and enjoy the independence of clear aligners!

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Clear Intentions: 4 Tips to Cleaning Your Teeth with Invisalign

April 4, 2024

Filed under: Uncategorized — Rachit Goyal @ 4:50 pm
A woman removing her Invisalign with two fingers of each hand

Overcrowded, crooked, or gapped teeth can impact more than just your oral health. They can also leave you feeling overly self-conscious about your appearance. Fortunately, your dentist can straighten your grin discreetly with Invisalign which utilizes clear plastic aligners that fit over your teeth to gently reposition them.

However, because you must wear them for 22 hours every day, harmful bacteria have plenty of time to flourish in the spaces between your aligners and your teeth. You could develop cavities or gum disease as a result. The best way to prevent this is by keeping your mouth clean with a regular oral hygiene routine. Keep reading to learn 4 helpful tips for proper oral care with Invisalign!

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Broken Dentures: A Dental Emergency?

March 14, 2024

Filed under: Uncategorized — Rachit Goyal @ 2:30 pm
gloved hand holding broken dentures

In the morning, before you have coffee, your eyes are barely open. You shuffle into the bathroom and reach for your soaking dentures. You aren’t paying attention and accidentally knock over the glass, sending your dentures straight for the ground, and one breaks.

Is this really a big deal? Should you consider broken dentures a dental emergency? In this post, you’ll learn why this situation requires immediate action.

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What Should You Expect from Your Emergency Dental Visit?

February 15, 2024

Filed under: Uncategorized — Rachit Goyal @ 10:24 am
A woman with a toothache visiting her dentist

It’s easy to feel scared during your first dental emergency. After all, you’ve never had a severe oral injury or accident before that point. It’s likely that you don’t know how your future care will go. Still, you can easily educate yourself on that matter. All you need to do is memorize a few simple points. In fact, your Denver dentist is glad to lay them out for you. Read on to learn four things to expect from an emergency dental visit.

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When Facial Swelling Strikes: Is it Time to Visit the Emergency Dentist?

January 12, 2024

Filed under: Uncategorized — Rachit Goyal @ 1:17 pm
Man needing to go to the emergency dentist holding his cheek

Have you ever had the unpleasant experience of checking your face in the mirror only to find it swollen? Facial swelling can be a distressing symptom that signals an underlying dental issue. While some cases may resolve on their own, others require immediate attention from your dentist. But how do you know which one is which?

Read on to discover potential causes of facial swelling and when it calls for a visit to the emergency dentist.

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Is Sedation Dentistry Normally Covered by Dental Insurance?

December 2, 2023

Filed under: Uncategorized — Rachit Goyal @ 9:55 pm
a patient receiving dental sedation

There are some people out there who’d rather be anywhere else in the world than seated in their dentist’s chair for treatment—and if you fall into this category, you are not even remotely alone. That said, did you know that there’s an excellent, accessible solution for these instances? Sedation dentistry is considered the go-to option for patients who need help receiving dental care; however, as useful as these services are, they normally aren’t covered by dental insurance. Here’s a closer look at why this is, along with why sedation dentistry is still a very worthwhile endeavor.

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