Porcelain Veneers Denver

Veneers are a great way to “makeover” your smile or to enhance the appearance of teeth. There are generally two materials used to create veneers which are composite resin and porcelain. Porcelain veneers are generally appropriate for cases involving teeth that are worn, dull, discolored, chipped, cracked, have uneven areas or to correct gaps. Porcelain veneers can be used to correct the appearance of just one tooth or to correct the appearance of many teeth. They are generally used in areas that are visible when you smile to create those winning smiles you see by celebrities, TV personalities, beauty queens, and you!

If you are unsure whether you will need one or many veneers to accomplish your smile goals your personal consultation with Dr. Radz will help you to determine how to reach your goals. Veneers are also one of the more expensive dental procedures so if there is a cheaper solution to your dental needs we will also notify you of that. It is important to remember that your dental plan will be based on your oral health needs as well as your aesthetic desires so Dr. Radz will be using his experience and knowledge based on these two factors. Patients should be open to other procedures if Dr. Radz recommends that they are better for their oral health and appearance goals.

What Can Porcelain Veneers Do for Me?

Veneers can be used to improve your appearance as well as your dental health. By combing elements of both art and science Dr. Radz will help you to get beautifully aligned teeth that function according to your personalized treatment plan. Take a look at our before and after pictures for our veneers patients to see the type of results our patients have had.

Contact us today to learn more about porcelain veneers in Denver and to schedule your consultation.

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Plaque acids build up quickly, within 20 minutes after eating, and can be destructive to your dental health. Plaque continues to harbor these acids and is the leading cause of periodontal disease, or gum disease. “When acids are left on the teeth, they demineralize the teeth,” says Jolene R. Zirnheld, DMD, of the Louisville Center for Cosmetic Dentistry in Louisville, Kentucky. In other words, acids make the enamel of the tooth weaker. If the weakened tooth continues to decay, then a hole, called a tooth cavity, will form. If a cavity is left untreated, the tooth decay will continue, and the cavity will enlarge. An abscess, or infection, may develop, and eventually, the tooth can be destroyed.

1. Brush Frequently
2. Floss Daily
3. Get Regular Dental Checkups
4. Limit Sugary Foods and Drinks
5. Drink Tap Water
6. Get Sealants

Original article published on Everydayhealth.com – Click here to read the original article with the full descriptions about your oral health.

Water

1. 75% of Americans are chronically dehydrated.
2. In 37% of Americans the thirst mechanism is so weak it is often mistaken for hunger.
3. Mild dehydration will slow your metabolism as much as 3%
4. Lack of water is the #1 trigger for daytime fatigue
5. Preliminary research indicates that 8-10 glasses of water could significantly ease back and joint pain for up to 80% of sufferers.
6. A mere 2% drop in body water can trigger fuzzy short-term memory, trouble with basic math and difficulty focusing on the computer.
7. Drinking 5 glasses of water each day decreases your risk of colon cancer by 45% and can slash your risk of breast cancer by 79%.

Coke

1. In many states the highway patrol carries Coke in the trunk of their cars to remove the blood from the highway after a car accident.
2. You can put a t-bone steak in a bowl of Coke and it will be gone in two days.
3. You can clean your toilet by pouring a can of Coke into the toilet, let it sit for one hour and flush.
4. To remove rust spots from chrome car bumpers rub the bumper with a piece of Reynolds Wrap aluminum foil dipped in Coke.
5. Coke will clean the corrosion on a car battery.
6. Coke can also loosen a rusted bolt by soaking a cloth in Coke and apply it to the rusted bolt for several minutes.
7. To remove grease from clothes: Empty a can of Coke into the load of greasy clothes, add detergent, and run through a regular cycle. The Coca-Cola will help loosen grease stains. It will also clean road haze from your windshield.

FOR YOUR INFORMATION:

1. The active ingredient in Coke is phosphoric acid. It will dissolve a nail in about four days. Phosphoric acid also leaches calcium from bones and is a major contributor to the rising increase of osteoporosis.
2. To carry Coca-Cola syrup (the concentrate) the commercial trucks must use Hazardous Material Warning Cards reserved for highly corrosive materials.

Dr. Radz did not perform the research to compile this data. Have you tested any of these Coke theories? If so, post your results on our Facebook wall!

1. Basil – this herb helps reduce the bacteria film in the mouth and is also a natural antibiotic.
2. Broccoli – keeps anti-acid film from forming on teeth, thus preventing dental erosion.
3. Cheese – helps neutralize bacteria in the mouth, preventing tooth decay.
4. Ginger – has anti inflammatory properties that help maintain the tissues in your mouth.
5. Lemon – acts as a natural teeth whitening agent and also contains Vitamin C, which is important for overall health.
6. Pineapple – helps people produce more saliva, creating a healthier oral environment.
7. Sea Salt – helps strengthen teeth by fusing them with the right minerals.
8. Sesame Seeds – these act as a natural scrubbing agent, which reduces plaque. They are also extremely Calcium rich, which is important for maintaining teeth.
9. Xylitol – several studies have shown that this sugar substitute helps prevent tooth decay.

Keep your oral health on the up and up by maintaining a healthy diet that includes these 9 oral health super foods.

Blood Clots from Gum Disease

Scientists in Ireland have been tackling an oral bacteria that is related to causing the formation of blood clots and endocarditis, an inflammation of the inside lining of the heart chambers and heart valves. The bacteria, streptococcus gordonii, is a normal inhabitant of the mouth and contributes to plaque that forms on the surface of teeth. When these bacteria enter into the blood stream through bleeding gums they can create health issues such as blood clots that lead to growth on the heart valves as well as inflammation of the blood vessels that can block the blood supply to the heart or brain.

The scientists are looking for ways to develop new drugs that combat the blood clots from forming and the ensuing infective endocarditis. Dr. Helen Peterson, who has presented the health issue and is working towards a solution, is quoted as saying “What our work clearly shows is how important it is to keep your mouth healthy through regular brushing and flossing, to keep these bacteria in check.”

Here at Cosmetic Dentistry of Colorado we are hoping the scientists make great strides and use this information to inform our patients of the benefits of good oral hygiene and prevention. Regular dental cleanings, good at-home hygiene, and a healthy diet are keys to the avoidance of dental related health problems.

In the event you are suffering from gum disease or dental health issues related to your gums we offer non-surgical gum disease treatments to remove plaque and tartar from the gum line and to remove bacterial toxins. The science behind gum disease continues to show its relation to other health problems as noted above in the Irish study. Blood clotting can be a very serious health issue and can threaten your life. If you suffer from gum disease you deserve relief.

Contact us today for more information on gum disease therapy in Denver.

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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 19 percent of children have untreated cavities and approximately 41 percent of children have decay in their “baby teeth.” This is a health statistic that has not improved since the 1970s and recent studies are indicting a new rise in cavities in children.

Cavities are the result of gradual tooth decay caused by the build-up of plaque and breakdown of protective enamel. Bacteria are normally present in the mouth; however, as they digest sugar and starches they produce acid, which weakens the enamel.  Additionally, the bacteria and its acid mixes with food debris and saliva to form a sticky biofilm called plaque.  Plaque that is not removed hardens into tarter, which can result in inflammation and gingivitis. The acid within the plaque can continue to dissolve the enamel and eventually cause pits and holes, called cavities.

Lumineers Dentist in Denver

Are you interested in veneers but not interested in having your teeth grinded down in preparation for the treatment? If you answered ‘yes’ you probably have a lot in common with our other Denver Lumineers patients who have undergone this painless procedure with Dr. Gary Radz. Lumineers are known for transforming smiles quickly and without the necessity of numerous dental treatments that are otherwise required to get the smile of your dreams. With Lumineers you can avoid all the lengthy procedures that are traditionally required to get this kind of perfect smile.

Smile Makeovers Using Lumineers

You may have heard of smile makeover procedures on TV that help patients to transform their smiles. Smile makeovers are comprised of one or more cosmetic or restorative dental treatment that allows patients to have beautiful, vibrant smiles. The great thing about Lumineers is that many patients may be able to get that same smile with the Lumineers treatment! Lumineers can be used to fix the following dental problems:

• Chipped teeth
• Crooked teeth
• Discolored teeth
• Spaced teeth
• Misshapen teeth

Lumineers in Denver with Dr. Radz

If you are not familiar with whom many would call Denver’s best dentist it is time to meet Dr. Radz. Dr. Radz is sought after by beauty queens, celebrities, fellow dentists and by major dental manufacturers for his experience and knowledge in cosmetic dentistry. He has invested a great deal of his life to perfecting the balance between art and health that allows patients to have the smile of their dreams. Should you decide that the Lumineers procedure is right for you, you can trust that the training of Dr. Radz and the staff at Cosmetic Dentistry of Colorado will give you the best smile with the most ideal results. We encourage all patients interested in any procedure to contact our office with any questions or concerns so that we can make you feel comfortable and keep you informed.

Please call us today to schedule a Lumineers consultation to see if they are right for you!

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Sleep Apnea & Snoring Therapy Denver

Dr. Radz and Cosmetic Dentistry of Denver are pleased to announce our newest treatment for patients who suffer from sleep apnea and snoring. Our sleep apnea therapy is used to help treat obstructive sleep apnea, the most common form of sleep apnea that causes the airway to become blocked during sleep. Dr. Radz recently completed coursework on sleep apnea treatment and now adds it to our long list of restorative and cosmetic dental treatments.

Facts About Sleep Apnea

• Sleep apnea affects over 18 million Americans
• Sleep apnea sufferers can cease breathing as many as 30 times per night
• Experts estimate that 10 million Americans have sleep apnea but have not been diagnosed
• Men suffer from sleep apnea more than women
• Sleep apnea patients are also likely to suffer from high blood pressure
• People with sleep apnea are three times as likely to be involved in a car accident

First Steps to Sleep Apnea Treatment

Sleep apnea treatment can start at home in addition to sleep apnea therapy in Denver from Dr. Radz. For starters, know the dangers of sleep apnea such as obesity. Obese people are much more likely to suffer from sleep apnea and snoring than those who maintain a healthy weight. Excess weight in the neck can make it more difficult for the breathing muscles in the neck to operate. In addition to weight loss, alcohol and tobacco use can contribute to sleep apnea as they affect air passages. For a conservative approach to sleep apnea, try to sleep on your side instead of your back to promote better breathing and limit the weight on your breathing passages.

For conservative sleep apnea therapy in the Denver area consult our office and see if you are a candidate for a sleep apnea and snoring mouthpiece. These CPAP alternatives are effective and popular amongst patients who have issues with the CPAP machine.

Their study, the first to assess the prevalence of oral HPV infection in the U.S. population, may help health experts understand why rates of oropharyngeal cancer — a type of head and neck cancer — have skyrocketed in recent years, increasing 225 percent between 1988 and 2004.

When Dr. Guyton is not in the office with Dr. Radz, he serves as the Chief Operating Officer for Jameson Management, a practice management consulting firm that enhances the quality of patient care through happy, productive, well-educated dental teams.  You can find out more about Dr. Guyton and the Jameson team at jamesonmanagement.com.  Dr Guyton is also an Assistant Professor and Course Director at the University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine (http://www.ucdenver.edu/academics/colleges/dentalmedicine).  His courses in Practice Management and Dental Professionalism & Ethics include topics like practice planning, communication, practice management, office design, insurance, business acumen, and community assessment.    Dr. Guyton serves as a mentor to many new dental graduates as they search to find their place in the profession.

Dr. Guyton has practiced dentistry since 1997, when he received his DDS from Baylor College of Dentistry.  He then received an MPH in Health Policy and Management from Harvard in 1998.  He worked in Boston for five years in private practice, health policy, and public health, while concurrently earning his MBA and Fellowship in Geriatric Dentistry.  Dr. Guyton had a solo private practice in the foothills of Colorado for six years.  He also practiced dentistry at the Center for Dental Excellence in Hellam, PA.     Before leaving at the end of 2011, Dr. Guyton served for four years as the Director of Corporate Professional Services for DENTSPLY International. Dentsply is the world’s largest $2.8B dental manufacturer delivering products to dentists in over 100 countries.  He was responsible for the efforts of associates in 24 global divisions overseeing 6100 annual clinical education courses, university relationships, and an opinion leader network of >1000 dental opinion leaders.   He spent much of his time enhancing clinical relevance in new product development.   By bringing the voice of the customer to scientists and R&D teams, he was able to promote commercialization of right products at the right time.  Dr. Radz and Dr. Guyton have worked together on product development projects since 2009.  What does this experience mean to you as a patient?  Dr. Radz and D.r Guyton both understand how to use the best dental products to enhance your esthetic and restorative outcomes.

Brad’s ongoing passion is to promote happiness in dental teams and to enhance the quality of and access to dental care through excellence in clinical education and ethical treatment of the patient.  Brad is blessed with a wonderful wife and two inspirational young children.  In his spare time, he enjoys the outdoors and designs & remodels commercial and residential real estate.  He enjoys being a member of Dr. Radz dental team and believes it to be the best dental practice in the Rocky Mountain region.

American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD), Member
Academy of General Dentistry, Member
American Dental Association, Member
Colorado Dental Association, Member
Metro Denver Dental Society, Member