When you suddenly have to juggle extra balls, some are bound to get dropped. Maybe you are going through a divorce or became the caregiver for an ailing parent. Maybe you took on a second job, or started night school to earn an advanced degree. If you’re feeling overwhelmed with responsibility, the team at Aspen […]
Blog
No Cavities? Thank Your Parents
At Aspen Ridge Dental, we stay abreast of new discoveries in the exciting field of dentistry and occasionally share interesting facts with our patients. This post focuses on new findings in an intriguing field of research: genetic dentistry. “About 60% of the risk for tooth decay appears to be due to genetic factors.” Mary L. […]
Your Dentist Does A Lot More Than Fill Cavities
Most men and women know that they can go to the dentist for toothaches, cleanings, and bleeding gums (not to mention cosmetic dentistry procedures such as a smile makeover), but there are some lesser-known oral concerns that we can help you with, at Aspen RidgeDental in Casper. Dry mouth, technically called xerostomia, is caused by […]
Suspect A Bite Problem?
The subject of this blog post from Aspen Ridge Dental in Casper WY is malocclusion, which literally means “bad bite.” Edward Angle, a pioneer in modern orthodontics, coined the term malocclusion. It’s fairly common in the population as a whole, but fortunately, in most cases the misalignment is so slight it causes no problems. When you […]
Gap-Tooth Smiles Aren’t Quite As Adorable Anymore
This article from Aspen Ridge Dental in Casper WY is about dental implants, one of dentistry’s modern miracles. Have you lost any of your teeth? It’s a lot different than when you lost your baby teeth way back in the day. Adult teeth, alas, do not grow back. (And a gap-toothed smile doesn’t look as […]
Dental Implants Don’t Require Several Visits
Think you don’t have time to perfect your smile? At Aspen Ridge Dental in Casper WY, it may not take as long as you think. How many visits does it take to get dental implants? Each patient is different. But in most cases, complete implant procedures take fewer visits than they used to. The team […]
Clean Teeth, Happy Mouth
Good dental health means having healthy teeth and gums. Maintaining it is something that you have to work at every day. It can be a real balancing act: using the right oral care products, your personal oral care habits, and seeing the dentist at Aspen Ridge Dental in Casper twice a year. Your dental health […]
Sleep Dentistry At Aspen Ridge Dental
Dental visits can be extremely stressful and for some people. In some cases the fear and anxiety associated with the dentist prevents them from getting the care they need. At Aspen Ridge Dental in Casper WY, we provide the best sedation dentistry available. We will accommodate your needs with minimal, moderate, or deep sedation. Don’t […]
Tooth Sensitivity Treatment At Aspen Ridge Dental
Have you ever been eating an ice cream cone when you suffered a sudden zap of pain in one of your teeth? Sensitive teeth is an irritating condition, but one we can help with at Aspen Ridge Dental in Casper WY. If a tooth’s enamel has eroded, or the gums have receded, the dentin layer […]
Don’t Let Stress Hurt Your Smile
You may not think about it very much, but stress can do a number on your dental health. The dentists at Aspen Ridge Dental in Casper know this all too well. Mouth sores, clenching and grinding, periodontal disease, and poor oral hygiene can all be exacerbated by stress. People who have difficulty managing stress need […]
