Oral cancer is a deadly disease that can cause serious health complications if left untreated. The truth is, most people have probably never heard of oral cancer before, or at least don’t know how dangerous it actually is. Fortunately for us, though, this is a preventable disease, and it can be caught early with the… Read More »
Dental x-rays are just one of many tools used by the dentists of Golden Dental Solutions of Golden, Colorado, to diagnose a variety of dental problems. Drs. Nancy Gill, Dallas Kenson, and Evelyn Qi educate patients on the use of dental x-rays and whether or not they are safe for the body–especially during pregnancy. What… Read More »
Preventative dentistry is a proactive approach to improving the smile’s health and wellness. It can help patients maintain smiles free from infection and decay and can allow a dentist to intervene during earlier stages of common dental issues–before they become extremely damaging and expensive to fix! One way for you to protect your smile is… Read More »
Drs. Nancy Gill, Dallas Kenson, and Evelyn Qi of Golden Dental Solutions in Golden, CO educate patients on how to keep their smiles healthy. This includes brushing, flossing, and visiting regularly for cleanings and evaluations to catch problems in their earliest stages. This also includes the diagnosis and treatment of periodontal disease, sometimes referred to… Read More »
Over the years as dental technology advances, so do the methods of replacing missing teeth. Dental implants have completely changed the process of restoring the smile after tooth loss has occurred, and provide patients with a solution that is permanent, fixed, and long-lasting. Dr. Nancy Gill and her team at Golden Dental Solutions in Golden,… Read More »
While a midday snack of potato chips or candy sound like a great idea, it is not a good choice for your smile. Foods such as this can accelerate the development of tooth decay and contribute to the formation of tooth decay. Eating these foods can also take you further away from having a healthy… Read More »
Gum recession is a prominent issue for patients in the community of Golden, CO. It may occur gradually, but is often noticed by dental providers during routine evaluations and visits. In order to address this problem, patients need to visit with a dentist to get a proper evaluation and determine what can be done about… Read More »
If you have experienced significant tooth decay or damage to a tooth, you may be left behind with a gap in your smile after having a tooth lost or extracted. Patients in the area of Golden, CO who are in a situation where tooth replacement is needed will want to book an appointment with a… Read More »
Periodontitis, or gum disease, is a condition that can significantly affect a patient’s oral health and wellness. This infection develops in the soft tissues, and as bacteria multiples, can result in a variety of issues. In addition, it can lead to the loss of gum tissue, jawbone, and even natural adult teeth. While proper oral… Read More »
Over the years, many dentists who treated cavities would use a material known as silver amalgam. These fillings were considered effective in addressing areas of decay, but were extremely unsightly and did nothing to help patients feel confident when smiling with others. Additionally, studies continue to show that silver amalgam fillings are responsible for mercury… Read More »