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5 Surprising Facts about Tooth Decay

2023-04-11T16:43:12-06:00

Everyone knows what a cavity is - and sadly most people have experienced one first hand. But there is a lot about tooth decay that people don’t know. For instance, we all recognize that sugar and poor dental hygiene can lead to cavities, but did you realize that there are other risk factors? And did you know that today’s restorative dentistry treatments are a vast improvement from older options? At Metropolitan Dental Care in Denver, CO, we offer top-of-the-line treatments for tooth decay. We are also committed to patient education. We believe that, by keeping you informed about dental health, we [...]

5 Surprising Facts about Tooth Decay2023-04-11T16:43:12-06:00

Tooth Decay (Cavities): An Untold Horror Story

2022-06-08T10:20:36-06:00

To a lesser or greater extent, tooth decay is a circumstance that most of us experience at some point in our lifetime. Tooth decay occurs when cavity-causing pathogens and food particles accumulate in the mouth, forming plaque. Eventually, the acids in plaque eat away at the enamel and form tiny holes, known as cavities. Our Metropolitan Dental Care Team can help you effectively prevent, detect, and treat tooth decay. Discover how Denver’s Top Dentists can protect your smile. Some people are predisposed to cavities, while others develop tooth decay from poor oral hygiene habits. Regardless of how your dental decay starts, [...]

Tooth Decay (Cavities): An Untold Horror Story2022-06-08T10:20:36-06:00

5 Reasons to Choose White Fillings

2022-02-03T16:53:05-07:00

What’s worse than a cavity? How about having it filled with unsightly silver mercury that stands out in your mouth for the world to see? Yikes! Even if you have to deal with tooth decay, it’s not as bad as you might think since you can choose a white filling. These fillings have grown in popularity over the past several decades because of the benefits that they boast. At Metropolitan Dental Care, any one of our talented dentists can use this option for damaged teeth to improve their appearance and enhance function. White fillings can help restore your oral health and [...]

5 Reasons to Choose White Fillings2022-02-03T16:53:05-07:00

How to Prepare for Your Next Dental Appointment

2017-12-08T15:34:30-07:00

Have you scheduled a dental checkup lately? You need one every six months, according to the American Dental Association and dental professionals. You also need a cleaning, so most people schedule the two together. Unless you have gum disease, dentists often allow cleaning and checkup to be scheduled back to back, for convenience. In most cases, the entire appointment takes about an hour, when no additional procedures are required. At Metropolitan Dental Care, you can expect topnotch care and friendly service. To schedule your dental appointment at either our Denver or Lone Tree location, please fill out our online appointment form [...]

How to Prepare for Your Next Dental Appointment2017-12-08T15:34:30-07:00

7 Common Causes of Bad Breath

2017-10-26T21:34:05-06:00

Bad breath can be an embarrassing condition to deal with, but it’s a real issue that affects just about everyone at some point in their life. Although chewing gum or eating mints can help keep your breath fresh temporarily, it doesn’t necessarily get to the root of the problem. Knowing the cause of your bad breath can help you avoid the situation or seek the right treatment. Discussed below are eight common causes of bad breath. Removing certain foods from your diet or making simple lifestyle adjustments may be the answer to your problems. At Metropolitan Dental Care, we offer bad [...]

7 Common Causes of Bad Breath2017-10-26T21:34:05-06:00
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