Restorative Dentistry

What kind of dental bridge is best?

2023-07-27T13:26:33-06:00

When it comes to a dental bridge, AKA crown and bridge, we have four primary types to choose from.  A dental bridge replaces up to three teeth in a row. It’s comprised of crowns attached to false teeth, which we call pontics. Bridges are fixed appliances, meaning they can’t be removed by the patient. They require the same care that natural teeth need: brushing twice and flossing once daily, as well as visiting the dentist every six months for a checkup and cleaning. In Denver, the Metro Dental Care dentists will conduct a thorough oral health exam and take digital x-rays. [...]

What kind of dental bridge is best?2023-07-27T13:26:33-06:00

Aching Tooth? Crown It with a Ceramic Restoration

2023-07-10T14:24:51-06:00

Toothaches range from nagging to intolerable, and they usually happen when you least expect them. If you’ve cracked a tooth, a tooth crown can alleviate your pain and reinforce the tooth’s structure. However, crowns have many applications. We’ll review them in today’s blog. If you’re experiencing a dental emergency–an acute, nagging toothache that won’t allow you to work or sleep–call Metro Dental Care of Denver today at 303.534.2626. Our dentists will help you get out of pain ASAP. Now, let’s talk about tooth crowns, also called dental crowns or caps. Your Goals Achieved At your initial consultation, your Metro Dental Care [...]

Aching Tooth? Crown It with a Ceramic Restoration2023-07-10T14:24:51-06:00

Why You Need a Second Opinion Before Tooth Extraction: Part 2

2023-06-01T13:02:12-06:00

Q&As About a Dental Crown vs Tooth Extraction Because you may eventually need a tooth extraction if a crown fails, why not just save time and money by extracting it now?  You need to evaluate the pros and cons of tooth extraction vs restoration. Be sure to consider both the health and financial aspects. At first glance, extracting a damaged tooth seems like a sensible financial choice. The problem is, a cyclone of events takes place when you alter nature by removing a tooth.  Each tooth in your mouth has a specific job, and all of your teeth together create your [...]

Why You Need a Second Opinion Before Tooth Extraction: Part 22023-06-01T13:02:12-06:00

Why You Need a Second Opinion Before Tooth Extraction: Part 1

2023-05-12T11:48:05-06:00

If you’ve been told you need a tooth extraction, seeking a second opinion from a reputable Denver dentist is wise. Your damaged tooth may be eligible for restoration, root canal therapy, or another treatment that could extend its life for years–perhaps for the rest of your life. Dentistry Is a Health Science In school, we learned that science is a logical, often mathematical process based on facts. While medicine is certainly a scientific field, even the greatest scientific minds are still learning about managing and restoring health to the human body. Science doesn’t offer black-or-white answers for medicine or dentistry. From [...]

Why You Need a Second Opinion Before Tooth Extraction: Part 12023-05-12T11:48:05-06:00

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
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