At Advanced Family Dental, bleeding gums ranks one of the most common conditions our team of Lakewood dentists see in patients. If your gums bleed after brushing or eating, it could be a sign of early stage gum disease called gingivitis. When left untreated, gingivitis can progress into the far more serious periodontitis, the leading… Continue Reading
As your dentist in Lakewood, Colorado, our team at Advanced Family Dental strive to educate all of our patients on the dangers presented by poor oral health. In fact, adults suffering from gum disease may be twice as likely of suffering from a stroke, finds the results of a new study. The results of this… Continue Reading
When you receive family dental care in Lakewood, it’s easy to think that the treatments administered by our Advanced Family Dental doctors only impact the health of your teeth and gums. In fact, your oral health plays a far bigger role in determining your overall health than you might think. A variety of studies have… Continue Reading
As readers of our Advanced Family Dental blog know, our oral health often has surprising connections to our overall health. In recent years, tooth decay and gum disease have been linked to a variety of long-term illnesses, including everything from heart disease and stroke to diabetes and dementia. Now a new study suggests, however strange… Continue Reading
Do you look in the mirror and sigh at the sight of a smile that’s lost a little of its luster? Do you feel like no matter how well you brush and floss at night that your smile just refuses to lighten up? If you’ve answered yes to these questions, don’t worry, your cosmetic dentist… Continue Reading
As your dentist in Lakewood, Colorado, our team at Advanced Family Dental strives to provide our patients with the best oral health possible. In addition to providing exceptional oral care and teaching the best practices for brushing and flossing, our staff at Advanced Family Dental also strive to teach patients about the hidden risks many… Continue Reading
As we start getting into the heart of cold and flu season, your family dentist in Lakewood understands that many patients tend to ignore their oral health while sick. Even though you may not feel like brushing and flossing when sniffling and sneezing, taking care of your body remains your top priority, and that includes… Continue Reading
Approximately 8,000 Americans die from some form of oral cancer each year, according to the Columbia University College of Dental Medicine. While the 5-year survival rate is roughly 60 percent when diagnosed early, your dentist in Lakewood, CO has no way of forecasting which patients suffer from a more aggressive and fatal form of the… Continue Reading
One of the great mysteries for your dentist in Lakewood, CO and oral health professionals around the country is how to treat patients who suffer from burning mouth syndrome (BMS). Very little is known about this condition that causes people to feel a persistent burning sensation in the mouth. While successful treatments for the condition… Continue Reading
Your family dentist in Lakewood, CO strives to help protect the long-term oral health of our patients. Through regular dental exams and cleanings, our team at Advanced Family Dental can help to prevent the buildup of dental decay and disease that leads to the development of cavities, tooth loss, and other serious oral health problems.… Continue Reading