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Archive for July 2009
 It’s not just about looks. According to a recent study by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD), a healthy and attractive smile makes you appear more intelligent, successful, friendly and interesting. (See http://www.aacd.com for complete survey results.)
Our smile makeover patients who have undergone restorative and cosmetic dentistry at Gordon West DDS, Cosmetic & General Dentistry in Lafayette have experienced this phenomenon firsthand. They have expressed that they not only feel great about their looks, they are more confident in professional and social situations. Another benefit: they also feel more appealing to the opposite gender.
I’m Dr. Gordon West of Gordon West DDS, Cosmetic & General Dentistry in Lafayette. I get great satisfaction in using my years of specialized experience to provide premium cosmetic dentistry for my patients. I am passionate about developing a custom treatment plan for each Boulder area dental client. Some of my patients had lived with misaligned or crooked teeth for years. Others had been self-conscious about missing or stained teeth.
There has never been a better time to upgrade your smile. There are solutions for every kind of dental problem. If you are not familiar with the latest teeth whitening, crown restoration and tooth replacement procedures, it is time to find out. Call 720-862-3630 to schedule a consultation. Come in to our office on 1140 West S. Boulder Rd, Suite 201 in Lafayette and see photos of our happy Boulder dental makeover clients who are enjoying their beautiful smiles every day!
Gordon West DDS, Cosmetic & General Dentistry
1140 West S. Boulder Rd, Suite 201 in Lafayette, Colorado 80026.
Give us a call at 720-862-3630 or find us on the Web at: http://www.BoulderCountySmiles.com
Posted Jul 30, 2009 in Smile Makeover, cosmetic dentistry, dental crowns, porcelain veneers, teeth whitening | Comments Off
 Teeth whitening is a popular cosmetic dentistry procedure in Lafayette and throughout Colorado.
Numerous ads for whitening products in our local Boulder media contain terms such as ‘white brite’, ’22 carbamide peroxide’ and ‘peroxide teeth’. They look tempting, but how do you separate tooth bleaching fact from fiction?
First, and especially for our local Lafayette Colorado patients, we recommend talking to Dr. Gordon West DDS at Gordon West DDS, Cosmetic & General Dentistry. Just because teeth whitening products are readily available, it doesn’t mean they are all safe or appropriate for every person. Getting a professional opinion is a good first step.
Don’t be fooled by smile whitening hype and risk damage, especially if you need tetracycline teeth whitening. If you have existing cosmetic dental work such as crowns, bonding, partial dentures or bridge work, it is especially important to talk to a Boulder dental professional about worry free dentistry teeth whitening.
Teeth whitening kits are not the only way to quickly improve your smile in Longmont. Many of your neighbors have benefited from porcelain veneers. There are several brands of veneers such as Lumineers by Cerinate, da Vinci and Mac. We can help you decide on which is best for you.
Veneers are sometimes called ‘instant orthodontics’ because they can correct tooth misalignment and gaps as well as provide instant teeth whitening.
Porcelain veneers can also fix chipped teeth and cover stains. The vast majority of veneer recipients are extremely pleased with the results.
Providing comprehensive dental care for Boulder families since 1998.
Posted Jul 21, 2009 in Smile Makeover, cosmetic dentistry, porcelain veneers, restorative dentistry, teeth whitening | Comments Off
 A dental implant is a permanent tooth replacement that looks, feels and works like a natural tooth.
The actual dental implant material is usually titanium. A post is surgically inserted into the jaw bone to replace the root of the missing tooth. The post integrates with the bone to provide a stable foundation. The root replacement device can help prevent future jaw bone deterioration that can occur after a tooth has been lost. When the implant has integrated securely with the bone (it can take three to six months), a smaller post is attached. This post extends above the gum line. The artificial tooth (crown) is then attached.
The dental implants available in the Lafayette area are extremely versatile and can be used in a variety of configurations. One dental implant can replace one missing tooth. A series of implants can replace more than one tooth or anchor a dental bridge. Implants can also act as a sturdy base for partial or full dentures.
When calculating the cost of dental implants in Boulder, you’ll want to compare them to other restorative options.
Call 720-862-3630 to schedule a visit to discuss your dental goals and the possibility of reasonably cost dental implants. If you are missing one or more teeth, you owe it to yourself to get dental implants information.
-Gordon West DDS, Cosmetic & General Dentistry
Posted Jul 21, 2009 in cosmetic dentistry, dental implants, restorative dentistry | Comments Off
 General dentists in the Lafayette area are trained in a wide variety of dental procedures. However, sometimes, your general dentist will refer you to a local Boulder specialist, or include a specialist as part of your treatment team.
Following are some of the most common dental specialties found in the Boulder area:
Endodontists
Endodontists specialize in root canal therapy and other procedures involving the root and surrounding parts of the tooth.
Periodontists
Periodontists practicing treat the conditions affecting gum tissue and the bone surrounding the teeth. If you have gingivitis or more advanced periodontal disease, you may be referred to a periodontist in Lafayette.
Prosthodontists
Repairing damaged teeth and replacing lost teeth is called ‘restorative dentistry’. Prosthodontists have advanced training in procedures involving crowns, dental implants, bridges, veneers, inlays, and partial or complete dentures.
Pediatric Dentists
Infants, young children and teenagers have different dental needs than adults. Pediatric Dentists undergo additional training in the diagnosis and treatment of dental diseases affecting the youngest population in Lafayette.
Oral Surgeons
Oral Surgeons perform surgical procedures involving the teeth, mouth and jaw. These include dental implants, surgery to repair damage due to injury, tumor surgery, and cleft lip and palate reconstruction.
If you are interested in learning more about these specialties, or have a concern regarding your oral health, please visit us at Gordon West DDS, Cosmetic & General Dentistry. You will find us at 1140 West S. Boulder Rd, Suite 201 in Lafayette Colorado 80026. Please give us a call at 720-862-3630.
-Dr. Gordon West, DDS
Posted Jul 18, 2009 in Dental Health | Comments Off
 Lafayette tooth whitening treatments have advanced significantly. The team at Gordon West DDS, Cosmetic & General Dentistry is trained on the safest and most effective products and systems. If you need the latest dental info on teeth whitening, schedule a consultation by calling 720-862-3630.
At Gordon West DDS, Cosmetic & General Dentistry in Lafayette, we are excited about new light tooth whitening systems. If you are worried about tooth whitening sensitivity, light whitening systems may provide a great solution. It is important to avoid at-home whitening smile products if you are concerned about tooth whitening sensitivity. We recommend administering whitening bleach in a tightly controlled, professional environment such as our dental office in Lafayette, Colorado.
Don’t take chances with something as important as your teeth.
Othodontia patients will appreciate the range of choices now available in braces, too. Speed braces bring teeth into alignment quicker than any previous teeth straightening systems used in Boulder. If you weren’t able to get braces for crooked teeth when you were a kid, it is not too late; with the latest teeth straightening treatments in Colorado, you can finally transform your smile without bulky or inconvenient braces. Come to our Lafayette dental practice and we can show you before and after braces photos, and discuss your options.
Gordon West DDS, Cosmetic & General Dentistry is at 1140 West S. Boulder Rd, Suite 201 in Lafayette, Colorado 80026.
Give us a call at 720-862-3630, or visit us on the Web at our dental website located at http://www.BoulderCountySmiles.com .
Posted Jul 18, 2009 in Smile Makeover, cosmetic dentistry, teeth whitening | Comments Off
 No one likes to settle for less than the best, especially with something as important as your smile. Dr. Gordon West DDS in Lafayette has the solutions for your smile problems.
You don’t have to live with crooked or chipped teeth. Porcelain veneers are an affordable and non-invasive way to correct misshapen or damaged teeth that are otherwise structurally sound. If you have a tooth that is beyond repair, don’t despair. A dental implant may be the answer. Call 720-862-3630 for a tooth implant consultation in our local Lafayette office.
You don’t have to watch your teeth become duller and more discolored every year, either. Whether you are young, older or somewhere in the middle, teeth whitening works wonders to perk up your smile.
The latest restorative and cosmetic dental procedures are performed right here at Gordon West DDS, Cosmetic & General Dentistry.
I have been practicing dentistry since 1998. I have noticed that my Boulder patients who receive dental makeovers have only one regret; they wish they would have done it sooner! Our clients with dazzling new smiles are surprised by how much confidence they gain. Because they love their smile, they smile more often.
Come in and see us at Gordon West DDS, Cosmetic & General Dentistry.
Posted Jul 18, 2009 in Smile Makeover, cosmetic dentistry, dental implants, porcelain veneers, restorative dentistry, teeth whitening | Comments Off
 Have you ever been eating an ice cream cone when you felt a sudden jolt of pain in one of your teeth? If the enamel is eroded, or the gums have receded, the dentin layer of the tooth is exposed. The substances that cause tooth pain travel to the pulp where the nerves of the tooth are located. Ouch!
Tooth sensitivity can be a signal that something is wrong. It may be caused by periodontal disease or bacteria build-up in a crack in a tooth.
Enamel erosion can be caused by a number of factors including acidic foods and drinks, teeth grinding, or cracked teeth. If your teeth are sensitive following a professional teeth whitening such as the ones we do here at Gordon West DDS, Cosmetic & General Dentistry, the sensitivity will probably be gone in a few weeks.
Surprisingly, one cause of gum recession for our Boulder patients is brushing too hard. That’s right; it is possible to brush too hard!
If you experience constant or intermittent pain in your teeth or gums, call 720-862-3630 right away to make an appointment. Dr. Gordon West takes tooth pain seriously.
At Gordon West DDS, Cosmetic & General Dentistry in Lafayette, we not only treat tooth sensitivity problems, we also perform entire smile makeovers for cosmetic dentistry patients in the Longmont and Louisville areas. You’ll find us in the 80026 zip code area.
Center for Advanced Dental Care
Posted Jul 18, 2009 in Dental Health | Comments Off
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