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…
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Tooth Implants: The Role Of The Abutment

Dental implants from Boulder County Smiles in Lafayette CO have the potential to transform lives. 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 this post, we discuss the critical connecting component: the…
Schedule Your Coronation

We treat all of our patients royally here at Boulder County Smiles in Lafayette CO, but some of them receive actual crowns. Not what a king or queen wears, but crowns for your teeth! Crowns are a therapy for a host of problems: To protect a weak tooth from decay, breaking, or to hold together…
Restore Or Replace: New Life For Your Damaged Tooth

As the saying goes, there is more than one way to skin a cat (although we don’t know anyone who has actually tried). And with cosmetic dentistry at Boulder County Smiles in Lafayette CO, there is more than one way to fix a tooth. If you are the lucky owner of a set of perfectly…
Is Your Smile In A World Of Hurt?

Do you have acute tooth damage, bone loss, or few or no teeth still intact? Restorative dentistry from Boulder County Smiles can help those whose mouths are in a world of hurt. First off, we feel for you. We understand how severe dental issues influence you every day of your life. Whatever the cause of…
Help! My Crown Came Off!

You’re chewing an apple and hear a wierd sound, then something in your mouth feels wrong. One of your crowns has come off. Call us at Boulder County Smiles in Lafayette CO right away. Chances are, the crown (which cost you hundreds of dollars) can be re-cemented. What do you do when your dental crown…
What Is Necessary For A Dental Crown?

Boulder County Smiles works with you to determine if a dental crown is right for you. Contact us to learn more about our cosmetic and general services
6 Ways Dental Crowns Restore Smiles

Dental crowns have been around a long time, but they continue to play an important role in Lafayette cosmetic dentistry. A dental crown, often called a cap, covers the visible part of the tooth. Dental crowns are used for several problems common among Boulder cosmetic dentistry patients: An old crown that is damaged or ill-fitting…
Crown Or Veneer?

I am Gordon West of Gordon West DDS, Cosmetic & General Dentistry in Lafayette. Gordon West DDS, Cosmetic & General Dentistry offers multiple cosmetic dental procedures for creating dazzling smiles. Two of the most popular procedures are dental crowns and porcelain veneers. Many patients don’t understand the difference between the two. Generally, a crown strengthens…
Cost of a Dental Crown In Lafayette

Preparing to pay for critical dental work can be a daunting undertaking. The good news is that the cost may be far less than you anticipate. Knowing your needs is crucial to planning your budget for dental work. Trying to Compare Comparing the price of a dental crown for molars versus the price of a…