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When Extractions Are Your Best Option

2023-07-17T13:54:02-06:00

Not everyone needs dental extractions. Teeth that are properly cared for every day, and that aren’t subjected to damage from injury, medical treatment, or genetics, can last a lifetime. However, few people go through life without dental cavities, chips, or fractures. Teeth battle bacteria, acid, and crushing pressure every single day of your life. Even when you’re sleeping soundly, your teeth are fighting a war. Sometimes, natural teeth don’t last forever. Furthermore, if you have too many teeth for the size of your arches, or if you’ve lost many teeth and will be transitioning to dentures, extractions may be necessary. In [...]

When Extractions Are Your Best Option2023-07-17T13:54:02-06:00

Tooth Extraction: What to Expect at Your Appointment

2022-08-30T11:01:22-06:00

The dentists at Metro Dental Care of Denver are fully committed to helping our patients retain their natural, healthy teeth throughout life. Sometimes, however, a tooth extraction is the best, or only, procedure that can restore optimal oral health. We only recommend tooth extraction as a last resort. The most common reasons for removing a tooth is that it’s unhealthy and irreparable or the patient needs to make room for a prosthetic, like a bridge or denture. Extraction is also indicated in some orthodontic cases and for impacted or painful wisdom teeth. If you’ve been told you need an extraction and [...]

Tooth Extraction: What to Expect at Your Appointment2022-08-30T11:01:22-06:00

Restoring a Broken Tooth

2019-04-03T17:38:18-06:00

A broken tooth means a restorative dentistry appointment is in your future! If you break a tooth, follow these instructions to stabilize the tooth until you can be seen by our Denver dentists. Once you get to your appointment, your Metro Dental Care dentist may recommend one of the following treatments to restore your broken tooth. The type of treatment needed can vary, depending on the severity of the break, the health and strength of your tooth, or the location of the tooth that broke. Below, learn more about our common restorative procedures and what you can expect while in the [...]

Restoring a Broken Tooth2019-04-03T17:38:18-06:00
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