Everyday aggravators cause many Lafayette, CO people to respond by clenching their jaw or grinding their teeth. For example, daily commuting in Lafayette, CO can take a physical toll. All the traffic, noise, and perpetual road construction causes some people to grind their teeth as they navigate the sea of cars. Some Lafayette, CO folks…
Hello friends of Gordon West DDS, Cosmetic & General Dentistry, today we’re talking about the modern dental office in Boulder County. Dentistry is a field of continual innovation. There are always new and improved ways to help Boulder County residents have the healthiest and most beautiful smile possible. Many dental offices in the Boulder County…
Many Boulder dentistry patients have discovered the benefits of anxiety-free dentistry (sometimes called sedation dentistry). There are three main types of sedation options available in the Boulder area. Inhalation Nitrous Oxide, sometimes called ‘laughing gas‘ has been used in Boulder cosmetic dentist offices for over a century, because, in many ways, it is an ideal…
Hello, welcome to the Gordon West DDS, Cosmetic & General Dentistry blog. Today we are going to talk about Dry Mouth, an unpleasant condition that can actually endanger the oral health of Lafayette, CO area cosmetic dentistry patients. Reduction of saliva flow resulting in a dry mouth is a more common problem among older Lafayette, CO adults, however,…
Hello Boulder County! Do you want brighter, whiter teeth? Most Boulder County folks notice their teeth dulling as the years go by, but some foods, drinks, and even mouthwashes can stain teeth at any age. Over-the-counter tooth whitening products like kits, strips, or toothpastes may slightly lighten stains, but for a truly brilliant smile, Dr. Gordon…
It’s no secret that most people dread going to the dentist. Everyone knows it and despite your best efforts, even your Lafayette, CO area dentist knows it. But when you start visiting your dentist for the latest cosmetic dental treatments, you may find that you LOVE going to the dentist! Dentists in Lafayette, CO and the surrounding…
For those of you in the Lafayette, CO area who feel pain when you sip your morning coffee or who cringe each time you brush or floss, Gordon West DDS, Cosmetic & General Dentistry is here for you. Dr. Gordon West has been treating this common problem since 1998. The first line of defense against…
If you live in the Boulder area and are planning to take a vacation or business trip soon, I recommend you coordinate your dental care with your travel schedule. It’s always a good idea to have a checkup with your Boulder cosmetic dentist prior to leaving on long vacations, especially if your trip is taking…
Your Lafayette, CO dentist knows that it’s too much to ask that you never indulge in sugary treats, but they will tell you that eating sweets at certain times is better for your teeth than others. For instance, when you eat a full meal, your saliva production increases. This helps to rinse food particles from…
I have been creating spectacular smiles at my Lafayette, CO cosmetic dental practice since 1998. Each one of my Lafayette, CO area smile makeover clients values their new smile almost as much as I value their trust. My loyal patients, along with my dedicated dental team, have made my professional career particularly rewarding. Working as…
