Esthetic Family Dentistry Blog

Gum recession and minimizing the risk is easy as long as you know how to deal with it. Gum recession is not necessarily tied to age but rather other factors that cause gum recession are more influential. Over time, however, the recession of gums takes hold and is the reason why many think it is an age-related issue.

What Is Gum Recession?

29 October, 2019
We know it's hard to believe, but as a leading dentist in Colorado Springs, we simply LOVE teeth.  We have seen what seems like millions of teeth in Colorado Springs, tended to them, cleaned them, examined teeth from front to back and so much more when it comes to your chompers.
29 October, 2019
Halloween is always tons of fun for you, but what about your teeth? Putting on your favorite costume and wandering around the neighborhood in search of the best candy is always a blast. Sugar, of course, is delicious after all. But, sugar can also cause havoc for your teeth in the form of bacteria. Something to consider if you love candy but don't want the harmful effects of sugar on your teeth's enamel are good compromises in eating candy that has the minimal potential of causing cavities.
29 October, 2019
Anytime you are in for a routine dental cleaning your dentist will include scaling which is the removal of tartar build-up and plaque. Tartar's only way of being removed, in fact, is through scaling because brushing and flossing will have no effect on its removal. If you do, however, show signs of gum disease more advanced cleanings may be required that use dental scaling and root planing that can prevent further damage.

Gum Disease Can Be Harmful To Your Health

16 September, 2019
You are probably an expert when it comes to brushing your teeth. Or maybe not? Either way, here is a list of common mistakes people make when brushing their teeth. Brushing alone is not always enough as there are many times when things just aren't optimal while cleaning your teeth. Maximize the quality of the tooth brushing for a perfect smile.

Here are some common toothbrush errors you will want to avoid:

16 September, 2019
Tooth enamel is one of the strongest and hardest materials that our bodies produce. Even stronger than our bones, enamel is typically very sturdy, but don't take this fact for granted. There are still numerous ways that our teeth and enamel can be harmed. Being an extremely hard surface, tooth enamel can still be very brittle under the right circumstances. Being cautious to this fact will lead you down a road of healthy teeth. Fail to understand what causes your enamel to break down and your teeth can suffer as a result.

Mouth Breathing Can Harm Your Teeth

16 September, 2019

History of Dentures and Tooth Loss

As long as people have had teeth, they have also had to deal with tooth loss. In fact, false teeth have been around since 2500 B.C.
11 September, 2019

Why Dental Implants?

Dental implants are the result of a way to fix teeth from incidents like sports injuries, tooth decay, and more. Damaged teeth can lead to poor self-esteem and health risks that leave your teeth exposed if left untreated. But, with dental implants, living with gaps in your teeth is in the past.
08 July, 2019
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