The pandemic has increased public awareness of the danger of viruses and the importance of a healthy immune system. Our Immune System Protects Against Serious Illness The variation in the seriousness of COVID-19 illness is due, in part, to the strength of natural biological defenses. Of course, you may be wondering why we’re discussing this…
general dentistry
Are Your Eating Habits Sabotaging Your Oral Health?
Most Lafayette residents know that frequently eating foods high in sugar can cause cavities. Therefore, it’s important to limit candy, soda, cookies, etc. Also, remember that frequency is as dangerous as the amount of sugar. Research has found that a higher frequency in sugar consumption may lead to demineralization more than the amount of sugar…
47% of Adults Have Gum Disease: Are You One of Them?
A recent CDC report provides the following data related to prevalence of periodontitis in the U.S.: 47.2% of people aged 30 years and older have some form of periodontal disease. Periodontal disease increases with age, 70.1% of individuals 65 years and older have periodontal disease. This condition is more common in men than women (56.4%…
Your Dentist Provides Comprehensive Oral Care
How does your dentist help you stay healthy? Most people know that they can go to their dentist if they chip a tooth or have a toothache. Because of this, they may not realize how many other health dilemmas your dentist can help you with. A full-service dental practice provides comprehensive oral health care. Bad…
General and Family Dentistry in Lafayette
Are you looking for a general and family dentistry practice in the Lafayette area? If so, you’ve come to the right place. We are taking new patients at Boulder County Smiles. 11 Reasons to Visit Boulder County Smiles in Lafayette Let’s discuss some reasons to call today to make book an exam and consultation at Boulder…
Why Trust Your Smile to Boulder County Smiles?
Good dental health means having healthy teeth and gums. Maintaining it is something that you have to work at every day. It can be a real balancing act: using the right oral care products, your personal oral care habits, and seeing us at Boulder County Smiles in Lafayette CO twice a year. Your dental health…
Are You Watching For Cavities?
Categories: Dental Health, general dentistry
Tooth decay is one of the most common health problems there is. Are you doing everything you can to prevent it? In this post from Boulder County Smiles in Lafayette CO we have some practical ideas that can help. Avoid Refined Sugar This one is probably obvious, but avoiding sugar should be your number one…
You Don’t Have to Live With Bad Breath
Categories: Dental Health, general dentistry
Chronic bad breath can happen to anyone, even those who brush and floss religiously. If you cope with persistent bad breath, talk to us about it at Boulder County Smiles in Lafayette CO. Are you struggling with bad breath? Schedule an examination and deep dental cleaning at Boulder County Smiles in Lafayette. Our dental hygienist will get…
Learn How You Can Change Your Life By Transforming Your Smile
Dental implants from Boulder County Smiles in Lafayette have many benefits, from restoring your ability to bite and chew to preventing the bone loss that occurs when a natural tooth is lost. Best of all, they restore your smile! Dental implants are sometimes referred to as “tooth implants,” because they are a support for an…
What Do You Do If You Get Something Stuck Between Your Teeth?
Categories: Emergency dentistry, general dentistry
Ever get something stuck between your teeth? Of course you have; who hasn’t? At best, something stuck between your teeth is bothersome, especially if it takes a long time to remove it. At worst it is painful, and requires professional attention, like what we provide at Boulder County Smiles in Lafayette CO. Some people have…
