If you are a woman, you have probably heard about the high rate of osteoporosis in the country, and the state of Wyoming is no exception. Did you know that numerous studies have suggested a connection between osteoporosis and oral health? Osteoporosis can often progress without any outward symptoms. However, there may be clues in a person’s mouth […]
9 Tips For Preventing Gum Disease
Unfortunately, gingivitis (gum disease) is very common. But completely preventable. Here’s some simple ways to keep your teeth and gums healthy: If you keep your teeth and gums healthy, you will only need to visit the dentist for cleanings and checkups. Not major treatment. 1. Brush properly Brush for two to three minutes, at least […]
A Beautiful Smile is Timeless
Every stage of life has its benefits and drawbacks. For example, in our golden years, we may enjoy traveling, more free time and grandchildren. However, most Casper retirees do not welcome wrinkles, limited mobility or dental dilemmas. Fortunately, your smile can be healthy and attractive throughout your life. With cosmetic and restorative dentistry, you can […]
Getting a Dental Implant May Not Take as Long as You Think
Think you don’t have time to transform your smile? 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 at Aspen Ridge Dental can restore missing […]
Aspen Ridge Dental: A Reason to Smile
Hello, friends of Aspen Ridge Dental! If you haven’t visited our blog in a while, we welcome you back. It has been a fantastic month at our practice. We continue to achieve amazing results with our precision smile makeovers. If you have never seen our photo gallery of smile makeover patients, you are probably not […]
How Oral Inflammation Affects Your Health
Swollen and painful gums are symptoms of periodontal disease, an inflammatory gum disease. Swelling occurs from an auto-immune response of the body reacting to an infection. Infections are noticeable through pain, redness, and warmth. If the infection is left untreated, it can affect the bone near the teeth. The body’s immune system wants to rid […]