When a wisdom tooth tries to come in but is obstructed by the adjacent tooth, it becomes impacted and can result in such complications as pain, inflammation, or tooth decay. At Aspen Ridge Dental in Casper WY, we can extract wisdom teeth. It’s challenging to clean partially-erupted wisdom teeth. Since they have a high risk […]
How Much Do You Know About Gum Disease?
Gum disease is a leading cause of tooth loss in adult Americans, yet many people are surprisingly under-informed about it. In this blog post from Aspen Ridge Dental in Casper WY, we share some basic facts about gum disease. In its earliest and most treatable stage, gum disease is called gingivitis. The more advanced form […]
Fun Floss Facts
Flossing is one of the best things you can do to keep your teeth and gums healthy. Doing it is simple enough, but, as with most things, there is usually room for improvement. At Aspen Ridge Dental in Casper WY, we think trying out different types of floss is a good idea, and can help […]
Cosmetic Dental Artistry
Cosmetic dentistry at Aspen Ridge Dental in Casper WY is part science and part art. Our objective is creating positive changes to the teeth and smiles of our patients. In order to achieve an attractive, yet natural looking result, we do more than recommend specific procedures. We consider the shape, alignment, color and condition of […]
Saving Teeth at Aspen Ridge Dental in Casper
When the nerve inside a tooth is infected by bacteria, we try to save it with root canal therapy. This procedure scares a lot of people. But at Aspen Ridge Dental in Casper WY, we want you to know that root canals are not nearly as bad as their reputation. In fact, they don’t cause […]
Swollen Gums?
If you are worried about swollen gums or an aching tooth, you’re are not alone. You should have your symptoms checked out right away, because they could be a sign of gum disease, a serious but treatable condition at Aspen Ridge Dental in Casper. Gum disease is progressive. Before it reaches the advanced stage it […]