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How do I get my child excited about oral hygiene?

2025-01-13T12:25:42-07:00

Getting a child excited about dental care can feel like (wait for it) pulling teeth. While your children may fight over the remote control, chances are they don’t fight over who gets to brush their teeth in the morning and evening. The aim of encouraging good oral hygiene habits isn’t to elevate flossing to the level of, say, movie night, but some simple tips can improve their oral hygiene habits enough to save their teeth from unwanted decay. Who knows, it might even give one less chore to remind them about every night. Offer a metaphorical carrot The old carrot vs [...]

How do I get my child excited about oral hygiene?2025-01-13T12:25:42-07:00

Try These New Year’s Resolutions for a Healthier Smile

2025-01-13T12:25:44-07:00

If you’re like most Americans, the past two months have been full of merriment and probably way too many sugary treats. January is the perfect time to regroup and rethink your habits. At Metropolitan Dental Care, we hope that your resolutions include a healthy dose of options that will brighten your smile.  So while you’re considering a new gym membership or other health-minded decision, consider these New Year’s resolutions by your Denver dentist for a healthier smile.  Resolution #1: Visit Your Dentist Twice this Year You can skip right over this tip if you always schedule twice-a-year visits to our office. [...]

Try These New Year’s Resolutions for a Healthier Smile2025-01-13T12:25:44-07:00

How does poor oral health affect the entire body?

2022-02-15T10:14:49-07:00

Oral systemic health refers to the connection between overall health and oral health. A growing body of studies and research has shown connections between gum disease and health problems like diabetes, stroke, heart disease, dementia, arthritis, and even complications during pregnancy.  Research by the National Institutes of Health found that the presence of gum disease increases an individual’s risk of developing heart disease by 20 percent.  If you have risk factors for cardiovascular disease, the doctors of Metropolitan Dental Care can schedule periodontal treatments to restore the health of your gums and potentially lower your risk of serious health issues. Our [...]

How does poor oral health affect the entire body?2022-02-15T10:14:49-07:00

Your Denver dentist explains: How long will my tooth filling last?

2025-01-13T12:25:45-07:00

If you are looking for a Denver dentist who places tooth-colored fillings, Metropolitan Dental Care is a regional leader in restorative treatments. Following trauma or treatment for cavities, a member of our dental team can artfully place composite resin fillings to restore your smile and protect your tooth from further decay.  Composite fillings are a biocompatible mixture of glass and quartz that matches the color and luster of natural teeth. Our office exclusively uses the material because it is free of harmful metals and chemicals and resists expansion and contraction when temperatures change. One questions our patients often ask is, “How [...]

Your Denver dentist explains: How long will my tooth filling last?2025-01-13T12:25:45-07:00

What is Dental Plaque and How Can My Denver Dentist Help?

2025-01-13T12:25:49-07:00

Dental plaque is a colorless, sticky film that forms on teeth when you eat and drink and each night while you sleep. It is the “fuzzy” feeling you notice on the surface of your teeth. While fuzzy plaque may feel harmless, it is actually a community of bacteria that attracts even more bacteria and can lead to dental decay (cavities) and gum (periodontal) disease. At Metropolitan Dental in Denver, CO, our gentle, caring dentists know what it takes to keep your mouth healthy. We perform a thorough examination and professional cleaning. In addition, we provide preventative education and discuss treatment options [...]

What is Dental Plaque and How Can My Denver Dentist Help?2025-01-13T12:25:49-07:00
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