Do you have gaps in your smile? Many U.S. adults are missing one or more teeth. You probably already know that missing teeth detract from an attractive smile. You may be self-conscious about your smile. Do you cover your mouth when you laugh? Perhaps you keep your mouth closed when someone takes a picture of…
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Are Senior Citizens Eligible for Dental Implants?
Many seniors question whether they are eligible for dental implant therapy and whether they can afford it. The good news is that almost anyone, including seniors, can get dental implants – and it’s cheap! Dentures vs. Dental Implants for Senior Citizens Many patients over the age of 65 have dentures. They can often be uncomfortable…
The Advantages of Implant-Retained Dentures
Are you trading your traditional dentures for implant-stabilized dentures? Implant-retained or implant-stabilized dentures both provide various advantages over standard dentures. Secure in the mouth—no slipping Provides up to 100% natural chewing function Upper denture doesn’t cover as much of the palate This helps wearers taste food more easily. (Hooray!) More comfortable When dentures are fixed…
How To Prepare for A Dental Implant Procedure
Obtaining dental implants involves surgery or, in some cases, multiple procedures over several months. If you are ready to get dental implants, prepare your body for oral surgery and help your mouth to heal afterward. Proper preparation will also increase the chances of success of your dental implant, allowing you to enjoy a wonderful smile…
Denture Wearers Can Preserve Their Jaw Bone and Facial Shape
More than 36 million Americans don’t have any teeth. And 120 million are missing at least one tooth. (American College of Prosthodontists) 90% of people without teeth wear dentures. Are you one of them? Dentures aren’t the ideal tooth replacement If so, how are your dentures working for you? Do they slip around in your…
Look Younger By Straightening Your Teeth
Today’s post is for individuals in their golden years who want to enhance their smile by straightening their teeth. There are many advantages to retirement. Waking up whenever you dang well please. Time to devote to your favorite hobbies or humanitarian causes. Traveling. Grandchildren. Braces Aren’t Just For Teens It’s not all a picnic, however.…
What Can Dental Veneers Do For Your Smile?
Many individuals are unhappy with the appearance of their teeth. It could be a chip or crack. Perhaps they have yellowed over the years. You Don’t Have to Live With Chips and Cracks You don’t have to live with imperfections in your smile. In today’s post, we consider one of these solutions: dental veneers. At…
Dry Mouth Can Cause Dental Problems
A reduction of saliva flow resulting in a dry mouth is a common issue, especially among older individuals. Dry mouth is not only uncomfortable, it can cause tooth damage. Saliva is required to keep the mouth lubricated, wash the food from teeth, and neutralize the acids that can cause plaque. Extensive tooth decay can develop…
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…
Adult Dental Health for Lafayette Smiles
At Boulder County Smiles, our goal is preventing dental problems and keeping our patients’s smiles healthy and beautiful. We provide general and family dentistry at our Lafayette dental practice. Adult Dental Health As a general and family dentistry practice, we have been treating patients of all ages since 1998. An interesting (and sad) thing we…
