This post from Boulder County Smiles in Lafayette looks at a state-of-the-art dental procedure, and how it might affect your travels. Airport security checks might be necessary, but they can be a major annoyance. Emptying your pockets. Pulling your laptop out of your carry-on. Taking your shoes off. Some individuals considering whether to get a…

Many dental patients are turning to metal-free dentistry. Instead of amalgam fillings, they elect composite and porcelain restorations. Non-metal fillings and crowns can be matched perfectly to your natural tooth color. Some people are sensitive to the metals used in conventional fillings. Non-metal materials can prevent potential tooth sensitivity. Controversy Over Whether Dental Amalgam is Toxic Another…

Do you have a missing tooth you would like to replace? While there is more than one option available, dental implants from Boulder County Smiles in Lafayette CO are state-of-the-art in tooth replacement. What are dental implants? Dental implants have been hailed as one of the great advances in the field of dentistry, and with…

You’ve probably come across dental implant hype. ‘Dental implants are as good as natural teeth!’ ‘Tooth implants can anchor dentures so they don’t slip around!’ ‘Dental implants are far superior to dental bridges!’ Those are bold claims. However, individuals with dental implant procedures understand that they aren’t exaggerations. A permanent dental implant is the strongest…

Dentures secured by implants are permanent dentures held in place with permanent metal screws or posts, and they are available at Boulder County Smiles in Lafayette CO. The metal posts are called dental implants. Permanent dental implants can be used in many different ways. In this post, we describe one application: as a sturdy base…

Many men and women have experienced an increase in self-confidence with dental implant treatment at in . Nothing gives us more satisfaction than helping people dramatically improve their smile and overall morale. We Offer The Latest Implant Options We offer the latest teeth implants to correct dental problems and restore teeth. In addition to implants,…

In this post from Boulder County Smiles in Lafayette CO, we will discuss a tooth replacement option common in: dental bridges. Dental bridges aren’t ideal Dental bridges have provided a passable tooth replacement for many individuals, but they are not problem free. Dental bridges are difficult to clean Many people with dental bridges find it challenging…

If you’ve visited our blog before, you have read about the advantages of dental implant procedures. They are an amazing replacement for missing teeth and have been used successfully in the area for over 30 years. Close to 98% of our implant placements are successful. But like any medical or dental procedure, there are risks….

Implant-Supported Dentures Can Restore Chewing Ability Did you know that some denture patients retain only ten percent of their chewing capacity? Implant-supported dentures can reverse bone recession and restore near-normal chewing ability. Improved Nutrition Improved chewing function with implants can result in better nutrition and overall physical health and well-being. The psychological benefits are equally valuable….