When Drs. Adam Almeida crowns one of our patients, the coronation is a celebration of a stronger smile. The necessity of a dental crown is usually readily apparent. Based on how much tooth is available to hold in a filling, sometimes a crown is needed to add more support and to keep the tooth from […]
Dental Implants
Who’s Afraid Of The Big, Bad…Dentist?
People that are plagued with dental phobia (Dentophobia) may take comfort in the fact that it is a fairly common diagnosable mental condition. At least they know they are not alone and that the medical community takes it seriously. Phobias like Pteromerhanophobia: (the fear of flying) and Acrophobibia (the fear of heights) can be problematic, […]
A Maximum Upgrade With Mini Implants
Though they are not as well known as traditional dental implants, mini implants are being used successfully in the Lone Tree area to improve smiles. Like their larger diameter counterparts, mini implants can support a restoration for one or more missing teeth or replace a bridge or fixed denture. Denture wearers benefit considerably from these slip-free […]
5 Ways To Prevent A Cracked Tooth
Cracked teeth can be painful, unattractive, and costly to repair. Today’s post in the Almeida & Bell Aesthetic Dental Center dental blog contains an easy-to-follow list of tips to keep your teeth whole and strong. 1. Don’t chew on hard substances. Mind-blowing, right? People should steer clear of ice, hard candies, hard nuts, popcorn, and […]
Think A Missing Back Tooth Is No Big Deal?
Most individuals are embarrassed by a missing tooth in the front of their mouths. You can argue that it’s not fair, but a gaping hole in a smile has negative connotations for adults in most social circles. (And a jack-o-lantern smile doesn’t look as cute as it did when you were five.) A person who […]
Why The 4-Step Tooth Implant Timeline is Necessary
If you’ve visited our website before you know that implants are the preferable tooth restoration for most individuals with a missing tooth. The dental implant process can take several dental visits over a period of months. Don’t let this discourage you. Each stage of the procedure is important. Remember that the tooth implant timeline is […]
What is the Recovery Time for a Dental Implant?
What is the recovery time for a permanent tooth implant procedure? There isn’t a standard timeline because there are many variables involved. Each patient’s treatment plan is unique. Here are some factors that affect the recovery time for a dental implant procedure. Is a tooth extraction necessary? Will I need to have a bone graft […]
Whitening For 3 Types Of Tooth Stains
Hello Lone Tree! If your smile could use some brightening, what are you waiting for? Professional teeth whitening and teeth bleaching are the easiest ways Highlands Ranch residents can dramatically improve their appearance. It is important to realize that not every Denver smile responds the same to teeth bleaching. The degree of whiteness attained and […]
Help For Toothaches (And Everything Else!)
At Almeida & Bell Aesthetic Dental Center, many urgent care patients come in because a toothache is unbearable. We provide a variety of procedures to stop tooth pain. More importantly, we eliminate the underlying cause of the pain. It may require removing tooth decay and crowning a tooth. It may require a root canal. But… […]
Will a Dental Implant Cause a Problem With Airport Security?
Airport security checks might be necessary, but they can be a major annoyance. Emptying your pockets. Pulling your laptop out of your carry-on. Taking your shoes off. Some individuals considering whether to get an implant may wonder if it will affect airport security. Let’s answer the questions typically asked about dental implant procedures and airport […]
