Many adults of a certain age somehow slipped through the cracks when it came to having the benefit of corrective braces during their childhood years. As a result they have had to learn to live with malocclusion, crooked teeth or some other dental issue that has caused them to be ashamed to show their smile. Up until now!

We’re living in the age of cosmetic dentistry. There is a procedure available for just about any need that could arise even if it has gone untreated for some time. Six Month Smiles for instance is one of the newest technologies in the field. The objective of the treatment is not so much to correct the bite, but to gently reposition the teeth to improve their look.

As the name implies Six Month Smiles achieves the intended results in a much shorter amount of time. Patients sometimes need to wear traditional wire braces for up to two years. As with the more traditional however there will be the need for a removable retainer after the clear braces have been removed.

The preliminary steps involved with Six Month Smiles include x-rays, intraoral images and of course a thorough dental exam to determine if the patient is a good candidate for the procedure.

Talk to Dr. Looze of Southlands Dental about the possibility of Six Month Smiles as a solution for your specific needs. Dr. Looze is certified in the use of this amazing technological advancement in the orthodontic treatment of adult teeth. Call the office @ 720-886-0606 to arrange a consultation.

If you want to sustain your overall dental health you have to create a close correlation between home and professional care. Once your dentist has completed a thorough examination and evaluated the state of your oral health he will consult with you about his findings and you can work together to organize a maintenance plan.

Digital technology has enabled your dentist to be able to show his patients the radiography images and explain what they indicate just as he sees them himself. It’s a kind of dental show and tell that makes it easier for patients to see and understand why a particular treatment might be advised.

People no longer have to suffer through the invasive procedures that are associated with advanced gum disease. As a matter of fact, gum disease is totally controllable – as long as it is identified at an early stage. The only way to guarantee that it will be is to keep regular six month appointments with your dentist.

A typical part of a visit to the dentist is the cleaning that the hygienist performs. The brushing and flossing that you do at home is productive in the removal of the plaque that the teeth are exposed to every day. A dental hygienist however, uses special tools that can reach below the gumline to remove the bacteria that leads to plaque buildup.

Make an appointment with Dr. Looze of Southlands Dental and give yourself the advantage of having a comprehensive evaluation of your oral health. Call the office @720-886-0606.

Tooth enamel is the most unyielding substance in your body. We put a lot of stress and pressure on our teeth every day just by biting and chewing our food. The enamel is what protects the inner layers of the teeth from cavity causing bacteria that can remain behind. The beverages that we enjoy are often best when served hot or cold. Tooth enamel prevents the sensations caused by these extreme temperature ranges from reaching the nerve endings that lie underneath its surface.

We have to be careful to protect our tooth enamel because once it lost it cannot be reproduced. Limiting sugar intake, using mouth-guards to prevent injury and following a regimen of good oral health habits at home are some of the ways that you can take care of your tooth enamel but professional dental care is also important. By the time you begin to experience pain a dental issue has probably advanced, but if you see your dentist every six months as recommended an earlier diagnosis could mean a less invasive treatment.

Cracked tooth syndrome is a good example of a condition that may go unnoticed without a professional observation. Tiny cracks in a tooth can only be discovered with x-ray analysis or other diagnostic tools that only a dentist has at hand.

Southlands Dental is dedicated to providing personal consideration to every patient who walks into the office. Call 720-886-0606 to arrange an appointment at your convenience.

When you go in for a routine dental exam your dentist will be looking for more than plaque buildup or the presence of a cavity – those are the givens. It is not uncommon for your dentist to spot the symptoms of a disease before your physician does. “The mouth is the window to the body” is a well known quote among dentists and it often proves to be the case.

There are other things about you that your dentist will be able to determine just by examining your mouth, things about your lifestyle for instance. Some patients think that they can fool their dentist into believing that they floss on a regular basis by just flossing the night before an appointment. The truth is that the dentist will be able to tell by the condition of the gums if it was just a one time effort or if the patient flosses regularly.

If you are in the habit of biting your fingernails it will show on your teeth. The constant contact between the upper and lower teeth will tend to flatten the surfaces and can lead to chipped enamel.

Childhood habits can leave lasting impressions. If you were allowed to suck your thumb past a particular age it may well have affected your bite. Adult orthodontic treatments are much more common that they used to be.

You can expect a thorough diagnostic exam from your appointment with Dr. Looze of Southlands Dental in Aurora. Call the office today @ 720-886-0606.

When you go in for a routine dental exam your dentist will be looking for more than plaque buildup or the presence of a cavity – those are the givens. It is not uncommon for your dentist to spot the symptoms of a disease before your physician does. “The mouth is the window to the body” is a well known quote among dentists and it often proves to be the case.

There are other things about you that your dentist will be able to determine just by examining your mouth, things about your lifestyle for instance. Some patients think that they can fool their dentist into believing that they floss on a regular basis by just flossing the night before an appointment. The truth is that the dentist will be able to tell by the condition of the gums if it was just a one time effort or if the patient flosses regularly.

If you are in the habit of biting your fingernails it will show on your teeth. The constant contact between the upper and lower teeth will tend to flatten the surfaces and can lead to chipped enamel.

Childhood habits can leave lasting impressions. If you were allowed to suck your thumb past a particular age it may well have affected your bite. Adult orthodontic treatments are much more common that they used to be.

You can expect a thorough diagnostic exam from your appointment with Dr. Looze of Southlands Dental in Aurora. Call the office today @ 720-886-0606.

There are two stages of gum disease. Gingivitis begins to affect the gums causing redness, swelling and possible bleeding but it can be treated by upping the level of good basic oral health. A strict regimen of brushing and flossing can reverse the symptoms of gingivitis. Ask your dentist about an antibacterial mouthwash to retard plaque buildup.

If gingivitis goes on without treatment it will advance to periodontitis, the second and much more serious stage of gum disease. At this point the gums will start to recede and “pockets” will form where bacteria will collect and cause infection. As theses spaces between the gums and the teeth get deeper the risk increases. Eventually the bone structure will begin to deteriorate until it can no longer support the teeth.

If periodontitis is diagnosed the treatment will consist of scaling and root planing (SRP) or “deep cleaning.” Basically it is a more intense effort to remove plaque buildup which is the at the core of gum disease. An antibiotic may also be administered. SRP is known to be successful in the treatment of periodontitis and is usually achieved over two dental appointments.

A thorough dental exam is the best way to thwart gum disease in the earliest stage. Southlands Dental is proud of the high level of care that they provide to their patients. Call 720-886-0606 to make your appointment today.

Professional studies have shown that over 30% of the population has some issue with their smile. This could mean that most of those people are uncomfortable in their social and business interactions with acquaintances and coworkers. They may even be trying to find ways to avoid having their picture taken or engaging in group activities.

If you are among the many who are struggling with what you may perceive as a flaw in your appearance due to a dental imperfection there is good news. The field of cosmetic dentistry is introducing more and more new ways to improve the look of your smile every day.

Dental veneers can cover a multitude of sins. Deep staining for instance, may not be affected by typical whitening systems. A porcelain veneer is the perfect alternative. Veneers are also commonly used for chipped or gaped teeth. The veneer will be modified to conform to your natural tooth then fitted over the surface to transform its shape.

Before the veneer is bonded to your tooth your dentist will make sure that the color is a good match to the natural shade of your teeth and that the shape is appropriate.

Visit the website www.southlandsdental.com to read the reviews from patients who have benefited by dental veneers installed by Dr. Looze of Southlands Dental in Aurora. Call 720-886-0606 to set up a personal consultation with Dr.Looze.

A denture is the traditional replacement for teeth that have been lost due to a lack of proper oral health care or as a result of injury. Even though they are custom made to fit the particular patient a denture will never feel as natural as the original teeth. However, the technology continues to improve the look and feel of both full and partial dentures. Many people depend on dentures to enhance their appearance and make it easier to speak clearly and chew the foods that they want to eat.

A removable partial denture will consist of one, or a row of several substitute teeth that are attached to the natural teeth on either side. The fact that the denture can be removed at will is one of the aspects that makes is such a popular choice for tooth replacement. It also means that the wearer has to be intent about maintenance.

Care for your denture just like you do your natural teeth by brushing every day. A denture can accumulate plaque and is also susceptible to staining from the foods and drinks that we consume. There are toothbrushes designed especially for use on a denture but your soft bristled brush will do. Don’t use your everyday toothpaste to clean your denture. A mild hand soap or detergent is less abrasive.

Southlands Dental in Aurora offers general dental services as well as cosmetic procedures to benefit their patients. Call the office @ 720-886-0606.

You may not think of having a cavity filled as being a cosmetic dental procedure but the innovation of composite materials has made it so. It used to be that a filling was a totally practical measure to restore a tooth that had been infected by tooth decay. Now people are choosing to have their silver or gold fillings replaced by more natural looking porcelain for instance, purely to improve their appearance.

One of the latest trends in cosmetic dentistry is the smile makeover. Whatever it is that you don’t like about your smile can usually be fixed by one cosmetic procedure or another. The first step is to evaluate the image that you see smiling back at you through your mirror. Your cosmetic dentist will actually provide you with a form listing possible areas for improvement. It will include questions concerning gaping spaces or overcrowded teeth, chips, stains the size of your teeth and if they are as bright and white as you would like.

Once you have done your own evaluation your dentist will go over it with you and tell you exactly what can be done to make the improvements that you want. He will talk to you about how long it might take to complete the particular restorations you have in mind and discuss costs and payment plans so that you will be aware of the expenses before you proceed.

Tour the website www.southlandsdental.com to read about the many services that Southlands Dental has to offer.

It’s important to be happy with the way that you look. It’s not just a matter of ego but it gives you the self-confidence to be comfortable in both business and social circumstances. It has been said that a smile is the first thing others notice about us. If that’s true a healthy smile can have a lasting impression.

White teeth seem to epitomize a healthy smile. Maybe that’s why teeth whitening systems have become so sought after in recent years. Whitening is actually the most commonly asked for procedure among cosmetic dental patients.

What’s the most successful way to whiten your teeth? The longer a whitening solution is in close contact with your teeth the better. Over the counter whitening trays don’t fit well enough and the solution contains less hydrogen peroxide than those available from your dentist. The chemical content of a professionally administered whitener can be three times higher than one that you can buy in a drugstore. Furthermore, the trays that your dentist provides are custom fit to your mouth.

Professional tooth whitening is perfectly safe for most people but if you suffer from gum disease you should consult with your dentist before proceeding. It is not recommended for those under the age of sixteen and pregnant women should avoid whitening solutions. Look for the ADA Seal of Approval on over the counter products.

Southlands Dental in Aurora places an emphasis on the accommodation of their patients. Call 720-886-0606 for your appointment.