This article is about some of the most frequent conditions that should be discussed with us, at Boulder County Smiles in Lafayette CO. There is a solution for each one of these issues. Tooth Decay. This is easily the most common dental problem. Tooth decay, or cavities, occur when plaque combines with the sugars and/or…
Sometimes a pacifier is the only thing that can calm a cranky baby. Parents tend to think of them as harmless, and as an easy way to pacify an infant. At Boulder County Smiles in Lafayette CO we share some thoughts about pacifiers. The American Academy of Pediatrics says pacifiers don’t cause any medical or…
For most of us, getting a cavity filled may not be the highlight of the day, but it’s really just an inconvenience thanks for modern anesthesia, like what we use at Boulder County Smiles in Lafayette. Some people, though, are resistant to local anesthesia like lidocaine. That makes what should be simple, like filling a…
Choosing a toothbrush for your child might not sound like a very critical issue, but it’s more important than you might think. With that in mind, Boulder County Smiles in Lafayette CO has some suggestions. The most important consideration is probably that your youngster likes the toothbrush. That makes it far more likely he or…
At Boulder County Smiles in Lafayette CO, we urge all of our patients to brush and floss their teeth at least twice a day. This very good habit is the single most important thing you can do to maintain your dental health. What kind of toothpaste should you use? There is no one-size-fits-all product on…
If you are dreading some upcoming dental treatment, you may want to consider sedation dentistry from Boulder County Smiles in Lafayette. First off, sedation dentistry is perfectly safe. At Boulder County Smiles, we offer several options. Perhaps you have a dentist-wary child who needs treatment. For simple dental procedures, topical anesthetics are applied to the…
In this blog post from Boulder County Smiles in Lafayette, we have a reminder about the importance of fluoride to your dental health. Fluoride is a mineral that helps your teeth stay strong. It is found in some foods and water, and makes toothpaste more powerful at fighting cavities. Fluoride plays a critical role in…
Brushing your teeth every day is one of the best things you can do for your smile. At Boulder County Smiles in Lafayette CO, we remind our patients to brush and floss on a regular basis. Healthy teeth make a beautiful smile. Brushing can also help with gum health and even keep your breath smelling…
Here at Boulder County Smiles in Lafayette CO, we approach all your oral care needs from two separate angles—what we can do in our office and what you can do at home. For example, teeth whitening can be treated in our office or at home. Here in the office there are safe and effective methods for…
Most people visit the dentist about once each year. As many as forty percent of Americans see their dentist less often. Some go as long as five years between visits. At Boulder County Smiles in Lafayette CO, we recommend a checkup every six months. Here are six great reasons to visit us more frequently. 1. Oral…
