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We are not kidding about mouthguards

Whether it be football, baseball, hockey, boxing, lacrosse, wrestling, volleyball or any other sports your children may be involved with, we want you to understand the importance of mouthguards. Believe us when we tell you that we have seen some horrific mouth trauma as a result of a sports-related mishap. We all know that accidents…

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New drill and fill alternative

Until recently, drilling and filling has been the primary form of treatment for caries or “cavities” in the United States. In July, The New York Times published an article announcing that the FDA has approved an antimicrobial liquid that can be applied with a brush to infected teeth called silver diamine fluoride. Silver diamine fluoride is a odorless…

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Vacation is not the time to forget about oral hygiene

Vacation season is here. We can see it all ready—dragging the kids back to the hotel late after an all day excursion, fighting to get pajama’s on and putting your kids to bed without brushing their teeth. As difficult as it is to maintain a sense of routine while away, vacations often lead to a…

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Smile Again

Did you know that in Dr. Nelle’s spare time she is president of the Metro Denver Dental Foundation(MDDF)? MDDF runs a program called Smile Again, which provides cost free restorative dental care to survivors of domestic abuse in an effort to help individuals restore their oral health, assist in their recovery and support their efforts…

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Toothpaste Rules

Parents ask us, “What type of toothpaste should my child use?” Many companies market specialized products geared towards children, save your money! Your child can use any toothpaste with flouride that has a Seal of Acceptance from the American Dental Association. Brushing teeth twice a day(after breakfast and before bed) provides greater benefits than brushing once. Parents…