Welcome back to the Rocky Mountain Smiles blog! It’s been a few months since we’ve had the privilege of writing our patients and readers, so before we dive into the meat and potatoes of today’s blog we wanted to update everyone with some exciting news! We’ve moved! We are still in Loveland, …Read More
Biting Your Nails Is Bad for Your Pearly Whites! Your teeth are important to your life. Without them, talking and eating would be almost impossible. Because your teeth are so vital to your life, it only makes sense that you would want to take care of them as best as you can. There are habits, howeve…Read More
No one looks forward to getting “long in the tooth” because of gum recession. However, while tooth length might be an accurate yardstick for judging the age of a horse, age is not the culprit behind receding gums in humans. Gum recession is simply such a gradual process that it can take decades …Read More
Bonding can be just what you need if you have any of the following problems with your teeth: Large spaces between teeth Decayed teeth Cracked or chipped teeth Unsightly teeth Receding gums causing exposed root Teeth Bonding Repairs Teeth With Hard Plastic Resin Dental bonding or tooth bonding is a t…Read More
2017 is almost over, and that means it’s time to talk about dental insurance. Most dental plans don’t let the benefits roll over into the next year if they go unused. If you haven’t yet taken advantage of all your benefits, then now is the time to do so! Is Your Coverage Compatible? At Rocky M…Read More
Let's face it. No one likes to greet the world with yellowed or stained teeth. That is one reason why teeth whitening is one of the most popular trends in cosmetic dentistry today. It gives you the bright white smile you deserve to present to the world. If done correctly, it is also safe and effecti…Read More
Dental implants work by replacing the foundation, your roots, and giving replacement teeth something to connect with to ensure that they stay in your mouth. Dental implants are typically used when people have missing teeth, need additional denture support, or have a failed root canal and need anothe…Read More
Teeth are a peculiar part of the human body. We see and use them every single day, yet people tend to know very little about teeth. Through dentists and public knowledge, people understand the need for brushing teeth regularly to maintain a good level of health. However, the reasons behind these com…Read More
Did you notice on your last flight that you had a toothache? Or, do you live in an area that is higher in altitude than the rest of the country, such as Colorado, and have had a recurring toothache? It could be that your tooth problem is due to altitude issues, or barodontalgia. Barodontalgia: Your …Read More
The mouth is the entryway to the body and if not taken care of, it can cause dire health consequences to the entire body. Most people are aware that they need to visit the dentist twice a year for a general check-up. However, only a few people maintain regular dental visits. Some people may question…Read More
Whenever we think of oral health and hygiene, we tend to think of our teeth straight away. What about our gums, though? Unfortunately, many of us don’t know nearly as much as we should about them. Here are some interesting facts about gums and the steps we can take to properly care for them. What …Read More
We all go to the dentist for our own benefit. Whether it be for a routine checkup, for cosmetic improvements, or to relive oral pain, we expect the dentist to help us out. But have you ever thought about how YOU can help the dentist out? Dentists only ask one thing in return for treating their patie…Read More