There is nothing that influences your smile as much as your eating habits in Lone Tree, Colorado. Develop good eating habits and your dentist will smile down on you too. Patients would do well to follow the example of a dentist in what and how they eat. 1. Rinse after eating Rinse your mouth with […]
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The Tea And Teeth Question
Categories: General Dentistry
What do you call a dentist who doesn’t like tea? Why, Denis, of course. Joking aside, a common concern for patients can be stained teeth. Today, let’s talk a little bit about a common cause of tooth staining: dark beverages including tea. Over time tea can stain the plaque that may eventually turn into tartar. […]
Damon Smiles, Invisalign, Ceramic, And Lingual Braces
Categories: Family Dentistry
If you are considering having your teeth aligned, this post is for you. Today’s article provides details about some of the newest types of braces. Two proprietary orthodontic systems are Invisalign and Damon Smiles. The Damon Smiles device uses the traditional teeth-straightening method while Invisalign takes an entirely new approach. With old-school metal braces, the […]
Almeida & Bell Dental Cosmetic, Implant & Sedation Dentistry Takes Care Of Plaque, Calculus, And Cavities
Hi. We are Dr. Almeida & Dr. Bell. Welcome to our Lone Tree dental blog! We find that many of our patients in the Highlands Ranch, Greenwood Village, and Littleton areas get a couple of dental terms mixed up. Today, we would like to clarify the differences between plaque, calculus, and cavities. Plaque is a […]
Healthy Habits To Keep You Smiling
Categories: Family Dentistry
In today’s post, we will focus on important behaviors that impact oral health. Of course, effective brushing and flossing are two essential habits for healthy teeth, but there are many more things we can do to keep a healthy smile. Diet Do’s Do eat a nutritious diet with a variety of foods. This is required […]
Making The Cost Of Dental Treatment Palatable At Almeida & Bell Cosmetic, Implant & Sedation Dentistry
Categories: Dental Crowns
A healthy smile is priceless and superior dental care is a worthwhile investment in your quality of life. But the cost for treatment and precision restorations can sometimes be prohibitive. Knowing what to expect price-wise can make your dental visit more palatable. Obviously, the cost of some procedures such as crowns versus fillings are dependent […]
Drs. Almeida Knows When A Simple Problem Can Become Serious
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
Today in the Lone Tree family dentist blog, we are going to discuss those small irritations in the mouth that have the potential to become big problems. Injuries, sores, or inflammation in the mouth can be very uncomfortable. These non-specific irritations, called stomatitis, have many different causes. They may be cause by cold sores, gum […]
When Mommy Is Scared Of The Dentist
Categories: Sedation Dentistry
If you are dreading some upcoming dental treatment, you may want to consider oral conscious sedation. First off, oral conscious sedation or sleep dentistry is perfectly safe. At Almeida & Bell Cosmetic, Implant & Sedation Dentistry, we have been providing sedation since 1977. We offer different levels of sedation and a choice of medication including […]
Teeth Look Too Short? Lengthen Them!
Categories: Porcelain Veneers
Most people who are considering cosmetic dentistry know about cosmetic dental procedures frequently advertised in the Denver area. This includes porcelain veneers: a custom-made, wafer-thin covering permanently attached to the front of a tooth to make it stain-free and perfectly shaped. Veneers can repair small chips and cracks in teeth. Many Almeida & Bell Cosmetic, […]
Dental Veneers: 7 Fast Fixes For Lone Tree Smiles
Categories: Porcelain Veneers
Hi! Welcome to the Almeida & Bell Cosmetic, Implant & Sedation Dentistry dental blog, where we take the time to answer some of the questions dental patients in the Denver area are curious about. Today’s focus is on fabulous veneers, which are used extensively in cosmetic dentistry. Dental veneers (also called laminates) are custom-made to […]
