by Stonegate Dental Care | Jun 26, 2017 | Uncategorized
With teeth whitening becoming so much of a craze it may surprise you to learn that the shade of your natural teeth was never destined to be pure white. Their natural color in fact, ranges from yellowish to light grey. That being said, tooth enamel will darken with age and certain foods and drinks will cause it to stain, but there are precautions that you can take to reduce the risk.
Some stains are simpler to remove than others. Yellowing is easier to deal with than the darker stains that are produced during childhood, when the teeth are still developing. Brushing your teeth after every meal may not always be practical but most of us will be able to brush twice a day. If you can only brush once however, do it at bedtime after your last snack of the day. The longer your teeth are exposed to the plaque that forms from the foods that you have eaten the more they are at risk.
If you want your mouthwash to help rinse away staining agents use an antibacterial one. The others are fine for freshening your breath or cleansing your mouth at the end of the day but only an antibacterial rinse can reduce stain causing plaque.
Stonegate Dental Care offers patients the latest in technology and pays the utmost attention to the care and comfort that will make the dental experience a good one. Call Stonegate today @ 720-851-7069.
by Stonegate Dental Care | Jun 19, 2017 | Uncategorized
Relocating can be a stressful process, there’s so much to do and it all needs to be done asap. Hopefully your family will be able to make the move in the summertime so that things can settle into place before the new school year starts.
Going to a new school will mean that the kids will need physical and dental exams. Most dentists are really good about forwarding records and x-ray images along to a new location, which makes the transition a lot easier for you and for the office staff of your new dentist.
Having a file on hand will provide your new dentist with a point of reference. He can open it and see a complete history of every dental procedure you have had and how long ago you had it done. It will also make it easier to check to see how older fillings or crowns for instance, are holding up.
Even though a reference file is so useful your new dentist will no doubt want to perform his own exam and take a full set of new x-rays just to be as thorough as possible and to make sure no new issues have arisen since your last dental checkup.
Stonegate Dental Care welcomes new patients. The office is located for your convenience in the King Soopers Shopping Plaza in Parker. Visit the website @ www.stonegatedentalcare.com or call the office @720-851-7069.
by Stonegate Dental Care | Jun 12, 2017 | Uncategorized
The foods and beverages that we consume as children have a great affect on the proper development of our primary teeth and the transition to our permanent ones. Our first set of teeth often referred to as “baby teeth,” serve us well. They help us to speak clearly, chew our food and they hold the space open until the permanent teeth are fully developed and ready to take their place. Because they are so significant it is important to take good care of this first set of teeth so that they will last long enough to fulfill their purpose. Diet is an essential part of a regimen to maintain healthy teeth and gums.
The fight against tooth decay and gum disease doesn’t end once the permanent teeth have emerged. We have to continue to be diligent in the maintenance of our dental health if we want to keep a full set of healthy teeth for our lifetime. What we eat and drink will make a difference in whether or not we achieve that goal.
A well balanced diet will contribute to our overall good health but there are some foods and drinks that are specifically good or bad for our teeth. Dental professionals routinely advise patients about the ill effects of a diet that includes a lot of starchy foods and carbonated beverages.
Talk to Dr. Rentz of Stonegate Dental Care about the maintenance of your oral health. Call 720-851-7069 to make your appointment.
by Stonegate Dental Care | Jun 5, 2017 | Uncategorized
Digital x-rays have improved the dental experience significantly. No longer does the patient have to bite down on a bulky piece of plastic and hold it in position until the technician can snap the picture. Now a small computer sensor is placed in the patient’s mouth to pick up and transfer images of the areas to be examined. The process is much faster and the exposure to radiation is reduced by about 90%.
Traditional dental x-rays took time to develop but a digital sensor produces images instantaneously so that the patient can view results right along with the dentist. As the dentist points out any problem areas he will explain what is being seen and suggest a treatment plan. This way the patients can ask questions and discuss options making them feel that they’re a real part of the diagnostic process.
Still picture x-rays can only provide the dentist with one aspect of the image while digital technology allows for adjustments, the images can be seen from more angles. The dentist can zoom in for instance, to get a better look at what might seem like an area of concern.
The improvements in dental technology continue to advance. Stonegate Dental Care offers state of the art equipment and makes patient comfort a priority. The office is conveniently located on Lincoln Ave. in Parker, CO. Call 720-851-7069 to make an appointment.
by Stonegate Dental Care | May 30, 2017 | Uncategorized
When you’ve been sleeping for hours your body needs a little punch to rejuvenate. Drinking a glass of cool water first thing in the morning will get your metabolism going and stimulate your salivary glands. Saliva is said to be nature’s cavity fighter because it washes away food debris and harmful bacteria. The liquids that we drink throughout the day help to sustain the flow of saliva but when we are asleep it tends to lessen. The bacteria that causes bad breath thrives in a dry mouth but a tall glass of water in the a.m. will help to get things back to normal.
The water that you drink not only works to keep your body hydrated but it can also prevent your teeth from being stained. When you eat or drink something that you know may stain your teeth follow up with a healthy dose of water. The same goes for the acidic foods and drinks that you consume. The acid content will eat away at your tooth enamel so the faster you can rinse it away, the better.
The fluoride content of your drinking water is most important in the fight against tooth decay. Along with that and a regimen of good oral health habits and regular professional care you and your family members will be off to a good start in the prevention of dental diseases.
Patient comfort is at the top of a list of benefits that Stonegate Dental Care has to offer. Call the office today @ 720-851-7069.
by Stonegate Dental Care | May 22, 2017 | Uncategorized
You’re lucky if you’re able to eat or drink anything you want without experiencing tooth sensitivity. A lot of people have to be careful about biting directly down on a chilled piece of fruit for instance, or sipping a cup of freshly brewed coffee. What causes such severe sensitivity?
It is common to feel some increased sensitivity right after you have had your teeth whitened or if you’ve just come from having a tooth filled but that kind of sensitivity is only temporary and goes away in a short amount of time. Chronic sensitivity however, is a different story.
Tooth enamel can weaken over time. Overly aggressive brushing or using a hard bristle brush can increase the probability. A long term diet of acidic foods/sugary drinks will eat away at tooth enamel and as its protective quality deteriorates teeth will react accordingly.
Gum disease is a progressive condition that can be caused by a lack of proper dental care. Your odds of having gum disease increase if there is a family history. A major symptom of gum disease is the recession of the gum tissue away from the teeth. When this happens the under layers of the teeth are more exposed resulting in increased sensitivity.
Receding gums may sneak up on you. If you notice that one or more of your teeth suddenly appear to be longer than usual it could be a sign of recession. Your dentist can make that evaluation.
Get to know Dr. Rentz and the staff of Stonegate Dental Care. Call today @ 720-851-7069 in Parker.
