Advanced Dentistry in Steamboat Springs, CO

Good smiles can contribute to a person’s happiness, relationships, and self-esteem. Some people, though, are uncomfortable with their smile because of tooth loss, tooth decay, or discoloring. Some even experience discomfort or pain because of tooth loss or decay.

To help our patients with these concerns, Steamboat Dental Center offers a full range of cosmetic dentistry options and procedures to restore their smile, oral health, and self-confidence.

Dental implants are artificial roots (usually titanium or titanium alloy) that are placed into the jaw bone by a dentist with implant surgical training. After the implants are placed, it takes about two to four months for the bone to attach to the implant surface. The implant then becomes permanently anchored to the bone. The replacement teeth are then attached to implants and function in a manner almost identical to the natural teeth. These teeth are very natural looking and will enhance and restore a patient’s smile!

Periodontal disease is diagnosed by your dentist or dental hygienist during a periodontal examination. This type of exam should always be part of your regular dental check-up. A periodontal probe (small dental instrument) is gently used to measure the sulcus (pocket or space) between the tooth and the gums. The depth of a healthy sulcus measures three millimeters or less and does not bleed. The periodontal probe helps indicate if pockets are deeper than three millimeters. As periodontal disease progresses, the pockets usually get deeper.

While discolored teeth do not pose an oral health risk, they can still be an important issue to address for some patients. Discoloration can be caused by poor oral hygiene, diet, smoking, age, medication, or trauma. Some patients with good habits and hygiene have genetic factors that can also lead to discoloration. Stained or otherwise discolored teeth can affect a person’s self-confidence and thus his or her overall well-being. However, many effective treatment options are available for patients looking to restore their beautiful smile and regain self-confidence.

Bridges are one of the restorative options available to a patient who has lost a tooth. Bridges can be an effective way to replace the tooth, stabilize the area, and restore a natural smile. As the name implies, a crown sits atop a tooth, usually one that has been severely compromised. Crowns resemble the color and shape of the original and cover the entire outer shell of an existing tooth. They can serve a number purposes, and they generally achieve outstanding results.

Oral surgery surgery can be placing dental implants, bone grafting procedures, surgical tooth extraction, and more.