Dental patients in the Boulder area may wonder what would happen if they didn’t seek quality dental care on a regular basis. The answer isn’t pretty.
A common result of untreated cavities are abscesses. A tooth abscess is an infection near the root of the tooth or between the gum and the tooth. This collection of pus can be very uncomfortable, either causing a shooting pain or a dull throbbing pain. You may also experience bad breath, fever, swollen neck glands, and feelings of general discomfort associated with the infection.
Tooth abscesses can also be caused by a chip or a crack in the tooth that allows bacteria to enter.
To avoid unpleasant dental problems like abscesses, have regular visits with your Boulder County, Louisville, or Broomfield dentist. With daily brushing and flossing and regular check-ups and cleanings, you can keep your mouth in peak health.
If you are looking for quality dental care in the Lafayette area, come visit us here at Gordon West DDS, Cosmetic & General Dentistry. Dr. Gordon West has been a dentist in Lafayette since 1998.
We can also answer any questions you have about smile makeover procedures such as dental crowns, veneers, teeth whitening, dental bonding, gum countouring, and dental implants.
Gordon West DDS, Cosmetic & General Dentistry offers:
sedation dentistry
prepless veneers
dental crowns
Invisalign clear braces
Call 303-665-5335 to schedule an appointment!
Contact Gordon West DDS, Cosmetic & General Dentistry:
303-665-5335
Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):
1140 W South Boulder Rd Ste 201
Lafayette, Colorado
80026