What’s the difference between a tooth implant and a crown? The relationship between a dental implant and a crown can be confusing. They can be combined in one procedure. And both can be used with other dental restorations. Let’s clear up the confusion. 1. A tooth implant can serve as a foundation for a crown.…
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Looking For The Top Orthodontist In Lafayette?
Hello friends! Welcome to our blog. This site is for our fantastic patients and anyone looking for exceptional orthodontic care in Lafayette. When a new patient comes in for an orthodontic consultation, we do a thorough exam and evaluation. At the same time, we encourage prospective patients to thoroughly evaluate Boulder County Smiles. We Evaluate…
Don’t Like Dental Visits? Go Anyway.
It’s no secret that many Lafayette residents dread going to the dentist. Whether they associate dental visits with shame, pain or financial drain, they avoid it at all costs. See Your Dentist Regularly to Avoid Painful Oral Problems However, consider the fact that by seeing your dentist regularly, you can abstain from dental procedures like…
CEREC and E4D One Visit Dental Crowns
If you’re like most individuals in Lafayette, you enjoy convenience in every aspect of life. In other words, straightforward processes with minimal disruption to your schedule. Multiple Appointments Can Be a Hassle When it comes to medical or dental treatments, convenience means the fewest visits possible. Hopefully, only one visit. Let’s consider dental crowns, for…
Your Smile Can Be Brighter and Lighter
To enhance your smile, all you need to do is pick up the phone and make an appointment with Boulder County Smiles. A Smile You Want to Show Off A whiter smile can change your life significantly. Many of our patients feel more self-assured in personal and professional settings with their new, whiter smiles. White…
What If My Dental Crown Cracks, Comes Loose, or Comes Off?
Categories: dental crowns, restorative dentistry
Dental crowns are restorations that are cemented over a tooth that has been repaired, and we place a lot of them at Boulder County Smiles in Lafayette CO. While the cement is strong and reliable, they have been known to come off. It may have loosened or come off while brushing or flossing, or eating…
How Long Will A Dental Crown Last?
Categories: dental crowns, restorative dentistry
Dental crowns from Boulder County Smiles in Lafayette are a versatile restoration. A crown adds strength to a tooth that has a large filling or been damaged. A crown is usually necessary after a root canal. In a dental implant procedure, a crown is the final step. Dental crowns are made from a variety of…
What To Do If Your Crown Comes Off
Categories: dental crowns, restorative dentistry
Dental crowns are restorations cemented over a tooth. They are held in place with a strong adhesive, but on occasion they can come off, especially after a number of years have gone by. Here are some tips from Boulder County Smiles in Lafayette CO if this should happen to you. Here’s what to do: Find…
Improve Your Smile for Yourself (And Those That Look at You)
Categories: cosmetic dentistry, dental crowns
Not happy with your smile? Have you been asking yourself about improving your smile? Do you have an extracted tooth that visually bothers you or your spouse or partner? Could your smile be holding you back in business or social pursuits? Are you sick and tired of loose dentures slipping around in your mouth? Whatever…
Tooth Implants: The Role Of The Abutment
The dental implant procedure involves three main parts: The implant—also called a post or artificial tooth root The abutment—a connector piece The prosthesis—artifical tooth crown, dental bridge, or denture/partial denture In today’s post, we review the critical connecting component: the abutment. What Is An Abutment? The abutment is the connector piece between a tooth implant…
