Flossing your teeth is one of those things you should do every single day in order to maintain healthy teeth and gums. Too many people skip flossing, though. In this post from Boulder County Smiles in Lafayette CO we’ll give you three very good reasons why you should make it part of your regular dental…
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When It’s Better Not To Brush
Categories: Dental Health, general dentistry
This message from Boulder County Smiles in Lafayette is aboout tooth enamel. Though thin and partially translucent, tooth enamel is the hardest substance in the body and has the critical job of protecting teeth from constant use, and from the assault of chemicals in food and drink. Enamel also safeguards tooth nerves from hot and…
Afraid of the Dentist?
If you tense up just thinking about going to the dentist, you may benefit from sedation dentistry offered by Boulder County Smiles in Lafayette CO. Millions of Americans stress out when they have to see the dentist. It is referred to as dental anxiety. There is a more severe form, too, called dental phobia. In…
Yes! You Can Get Replace Old Fillings
Categories: general dentistry, restorative dentistry
Superficial cuts in the skin disappear without a trace, infections are wiped out with antibiotics, broken bones mend, and inflamed tissues recede. Our teeth, unfortunately, can’t regenerate. Decay can be halted in its progress, but scientists are still years away from actual enamel regeneration. That’s why the team at Boulder County Smiles in Lafayette CO…
Don’t Let Fear Of The Dentist Compromise Your Oral Health
Fear is a powerful emotion. If you have claustrophobia, you take a pass on cave exploration. If you have a fear of heights, you avoid sky diving. People with dentophobia fear dentists, and avoid dental care at all costs. At Boulder County Smiles in Lafayette CO we can help people do something about it. The…
The 411 on TMJ
TMJ is short for temporomandibular joint, which is your jaw. As a hinge joint it can move up and down, forward and backward, and side to side. All that mobility contributes to its vulnerability: the jaw joint is subject to a painful condition called TMJ disorder, which is treatable at Boulder County Smiles in Lafayette…
9 Tips For Preventing Gum Disease
Gum disease is a leading cause of tooth loss in the United States. But it is a preventable disease, and also treatable, at Boulder County Smiles in Lafayette CO. Here are some simple ways to keep your teeth and gums healthy. Brush your teeth for two to three minutes, at least twice a day, with…
Health Habits To Keep You Smiling
In this post from Boulder County Smiles in Lafayette CO we focus on behaviors that influence dental health. Of course, regular brushing and flossing are two important habits for healthy teeth, but there are many more things we can do to keep a healthy smile. Diet Do’s Do eat a nutritious diet with a variety…
A Proud Dental Practice
At Boulder County Smiles in Lafayette CO we are proud to provide our community with the best dental care possible. It’s a lot of work to run a dental office, but it’s an important function. We are commmitted to excellence in what we do. It is by now well-established that your dental health is linked…
Your Smile Says Keep Trying!
Categories: Dental Health, general dentistry
This message from Boulder County Smiles in Lafayette CO is for anyone who is finding it difficult to improve their dental health. We urge you to keep working at it, and assure you that we’re here to help! Keep Trying To Floss Many people are really good about brushing their teeth, but sometimes skip flossing.…
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