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Importance of Dental Health
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Why Good Dental Health is Important
Innumerable studies and research have concluded on the importance of starting children early in their lives with good dental hygiene and oral care. According to research, the most common chronic childhood disease in America is tooth decay, affecting 50 percent of first-graders and 80 percent of 17-year-olds. Early treatment prevents problems affecting a child’s health, well-being, self-image and overall achievement.
The National Institute of Dental & Craniofacial Research estimates that children will miss 52 million hours of school each year due to oral health problems and about 12.5 million days of restricted activity every year from dental symptoms. Because there is such a significant loss in their academic performance, the Surgeon General has made children’s oral health a priority.
Parents are responsible for ensuring their children practice good dental hygiene. Parents must introduce proper oral care early in a child's life—as early as infancy. The American Dental Hygiene Association states that a good oral hygiene routine for children includes:
- Thoroughly cleaning your infant’s gums after each feeding with a water-soaked infant cloth. This stimulates the gum tissue and removes food.
- Gently brushing your baby’s erupted teeth with a small, soft-bristled toothbrush and using a pea-sized amount of fluoridated toothpaste.
- Teaching your child at age 2 or 3 about proper brushing techniques and later teaching them brushing and gentle flossing until 7 or 8 years old.
- Regular visits with their dentist to check for cavities in the primary teeth and for possible developmental problems.
- Encouraging your child to discuss any fears they may have about oral health visits, but not mentioning words like “pain” or “hurt,” since this may instill the possibility of pain in the child’s thought process.
- Determining if the water supply that serves your home is fluoridated; if not, discussing supplement options with your dentist or hygienist.
- Asking your hygienist or dentist about sealant applications to protect your child’s teeth-chewing surfaces and about bottle tooth decay, which occurs when teeth are frequently exposed to sugared liquids.
Phone: (303) 792-9100 | Fax: (303) 792-9101
9025 E. Mineral Circle, Suite 200 Centennial, CO 80112 |
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We understand that your appearance can affect your self-esteem and your perception of how others see you. Veneers are popular for those looking to enhance their smile. Porcelain veneers are thin shells of ceramic that Dr. Christ will bond to the front of your teeth to provide you with dramatic aesthetic results. Their ultra-thin appearance makes the veneers virtually unnoticeable.
Veneers are made up of thin, durable, translucent material that are created to look, feel and function like your own teeth. Generally, they are not prone to developing tooth decay and are resistant to staining from coffee, tea and cigarettes.
There are numerous benefits with having veneers, including:
- They allow anyone the ability to having an amazing smile.
- They look, feel and function like your natural teeth.
- They are very thin, durable and stain-resistant.
- They are perfect for brightening your smile when tooth whitening doesn’t work and for correcting misshapen, cracked or jagged teeth.
- They come in different shades so we are able to match the veneer as closely to your natural tooth as possible.
Normally, veneers require three visits. The first appointment will include a thorough examination. The second, Dr. Christ will take impressions of your teeth to create customized veneers and prep your teeth for the procedure. The third and final appointment is when the custom veneers will be bonded directly to your teeth.
To learn more about veneers and how they can be beneficial for you, contact us to schedule a consultation.
Phone: (303) 792-9100 | Fax: (303) 792-9101
9025 E. Mineral Circle, Suite 200 Centennial, CO 80112 |
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Dr. Christ sells Sonicare toothbrushes; make sure you’re getting the maximum results when you brush your teeth each day.
Ask Dr. Christ for details on how Sonicare tooth brushing can help maintain, improve and increase your dental health.
Purchase your Sonicare toothbrush from Dr. Christ at your next visit.
Dr. Christ is proud to align his practice with Sonicare as an environmentally-aware company striving to create sustainable and environmentally-friendly products!!!
Phone: (303) 792-9100 | Fax: (303) 792-9101
9025 E. Mineral Circle, Suite 200 Centennial, CO 80112 |
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Inlays and onlays are a great alternative to traditional metal fillings, primarily because less of the tooth structure needs to be removed. Inlays and onlays are indirect restorations, suitable for treating mild to moderate decay, and can be used to restore a cracked or fractured tooth if the damage is not extensive enough to require a crown.
Generally, inlays are small restorations that fit within the contours of the biting surface of a tooth, while onlays cover a portion or the entire chewing surface.
Inlays and onlays can be made from porcelain, gold or composite resin, but porcelain yields the most natural-looking result. Once fabricated, they are securely bonded to the tooth.
The advantages of inlays and onlays include:
■ Being more aesthetically pleasing since they can be fabricated from tooth-colored materials. Unlike traditional metal fillings, the inlays and onlays are virtually invisible.
■ Removing less of the tooth structure to achieve optimal results.
■ Not causing excessive wear and tear to opposing tooth structures.
■ Preventing the need for more significant treatment in the future.
The process for placing inlays and onlays generally requires two or more office visits. Initially, once the decay is removed, your dentist will take an impression of the tooth. A temporary restoration is placed until the custom-made inlay or onlay is manufactured in a laboratory.
Following a proper oral hygiene regimen daily ensures the success and longevity of your new restoration. Ask how inlays and onlays can help improve your smile today!
Phone: (303) 792-9100 | Fax: (303) 792-9101
9025 E. Mineral Circle, Suite 200 Centennial, CO 80112 |
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Bone Grafting
A bone graft may be needed in areas where bone is missing. A surgical procedure, bone grafting replaces missing bone and aids in the re-growth of new bone by placing material from the patient’s own body or an artificial, synthetic or natural substitute into the area where bone existed. The new bone growth strengthens the grafted area by forming a bridge between the existing bone and the graft material. Over time, new bone growth will replace much of the grafted material.
For periodontal needs, bone grafts are most commonly used to restore or regenerate bone as needed prior to the placement of bridges or implants.
Phone: (303) 792-9100 | Fax: (303) 792-9101
9025 E. Mineral Circle, Suite 200 Centennial, CO 80112 |
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