Are you a busy Lafayette resident who can’t find the time to improve your smile? My name is Dr. Gordon West and my staff and I at Gordon West DDS, Cosmetic & General Dentistry believe finding the time to restore missing, cracked, or discolored teeth is the most important thing you can do with your…
Periodontal disease in Boulder County is more common than you might think, and can be cured with varying degrees of treatment depending on the severity. What is periodontal disease? According to this article on Wikipedia, periodontal disease is ‘the name of a collection of inflammatory diseases affecting the tissues that surround and support the teeth.’…
Here at Gordon West DDS, Cosmetic & General Dentistry, we want your teeth to last a lifetime! Tooth enamel is one of the hardest parts of the body, but it is non-renewable so it is important not to not neglect or abuse our teeth. Daily teeth and gum care is the best way to protect…
When my Boulder County dental clients ask me if mouthwash cures bad breath, I tell them that treating bad breath with a mouthwash is like drenching yourself with cologne instead of taking a shower. Mouthwash is only a temporary mask for odor caused by poor oral hygiene, tongue bacteria, or digestive problems. The best-selling mouthwashes…
If you are pregnant, your oral health may be the last thing on your mind. However, many Lafayette women experience an increase in dental problems during pregnancy. This article contains important information for expectant Lafayette mothers and those planning to become pregnant. Dr. Gordon West recommends having a thorough dental cleaning early in your pregnancy….
