Your child should be naturally proud of his or her smile. It expresses joy, laughter, and fun! To make sure your child has a healthy and attractive smile, start early. Really early. Doctor Stuart Youmans recommends a child’s first dental visit when their first tooth erupts. An early check is the first step in preventing […]
5 Compelling Reasons To Consider Dental Sealants For Your Child
Do you have a young child? Why are dental sealants important for kids’ oral health? 1. Children without sealants have almost three times more decay than children with sealants. (Centers For Disease Control) 2. Sealants may be covered by your Wyoming dental insurance plan. For moms and dads without dental insurance, sealants are worth the […]
Dental Care For ICU Patients Lowers Infection Risk
Hi, I’m Doctor Stuart Youmans of Aspen Ridge Dental. Today’s post focuses on an article that appeared recently on ScienceDaily.com. The article describes a study of Brazilian ICU patients that compared infection rates of those who received enhanced oral care instead of routine oral care. The patients who received the more intense dental care were […]
Bad Breath Q & A
I’m Stuart Youmans of Aspen Ridge Dental. Today’s post offers some answers to common questions about bad breath. Q. My wife says my breath is awful, but I brush twice a day. Shouldn’t that be enough? A. Bacteria can increase and stink in hidden crevices that can only be reached with floss. Time to start […]
The Dangers Of Oral Infections
“It’s just a small sore, it will go away.” “I’m too busy right now, I’ll go to a dentist later.” “A little sensitivity is no big deal.” It happens to most Casper residents at least once in their life. Your teeth become sensitive to cold drinks. A tooth develops a dull ache. A sore on […]
Crown Or Veneer?
I am Stuart Youmans of Aspen Ridge Dental in Casper. Aspen Ridge Dental offers multiple cosmetic dental procedures for creating sensational smiles. Two of the most popular procedures are dental crowns and porcelain veneers. Many patients don’t understand the difference between the two. Generally, a crown strengthens a compromised tooth while a veneer is used […]
