Tips for Preventing Enamel Erosion and Cavities

Enamel erosion and cavities are two dental issues that can harm your teeth and smile if you’re not careful. In fact, enamel erosion occurs when acid from the foods and drinks you consume attack the tooth enamel and wear it away. This gives your oral bacteria the window of opportunity to create a cavity. If you fail to take good... read more »

Preparing Your Smile for Dental Veneers

Is your smile ready for the festivities that await you this fall? If you want to dazzle your peers, save your smile this fall with dental veneers. Dental veneers are often considered one of the pinnacle achievements of dentistry, as they are highly effective in improving and perfecting smile’s that nature alone often cannot produce. Dental veneers use only a... read more »

A Composite Resin Filling Can Repair a Cavity Visible in your Smile

Minute textures in tooth enamel can create areas that trap bacterial deposits, which promotes tooth decay and other oral health complications. This serious problem can be compounded, if the cavity is visible in your smile, and alters your appearance. In a situation like this, you should not delay in seeking treatment at Dr. Nicole Furuta’s Denver, Colorado clinic. If the... read more »

A Cracked Tooth Often Needs Quality First Aid and Professional Care

While it is rare, there are instances when an accident, blow to the face or other oral trauma can cause a significant dental fracture. When this happens, the damage to the oral tissues can sometimes be severe. The severity of the crack or dental fracture will often determine the first-aid and professional treatment needed at Lodo Dental. Immediately following the... read more »

Why Is Dark Chocolate Good for Your Teeth?

You probably know that sugary foods aren’t great for your teeth or for your overall health. However, did you know that other ingredients can positively affect the health of your mouth? Some foods, such as dark chocolate, could actually have a number of benefits. Sugary foods can create an environment where bad bacteria can grow and produce acids that can... read more »