You rarely hear the word “toothpaste” without it being preceded by “fluoride.” “Fluoride toothpaste” is ubiquitous for good reason. It’s essential to good dental health, as the dentists at Aspen Ridge Dental in Casper explain. Fluoride is an important mineral that helps your teeth stay strong. It is found in some foods and water and […]
Sore Tooth? Don’t Wait!
Patients at Aspen Ridge Dental in Casper WY who wait to have a toothache checked invariably end up saying, “I wish I had come sooner.” Even with all the various causes of mouth troubles, a toothache sends a simple, clear message: “See the dentist!” If you wait, the cost to treat it may get more […]
Which Type of Toothbrush is Best?
It may surprise you to know that some people have very strong opinions about which type of toothbrush is the best: manual or electric. Is there really one that is clearly better? In the considered opinion of the dentist at Aspen Ridge Dental in Casper, the best toothbrush is the one that you prefer, based […]
Preventing Gum Disease
Hearing that you have periodontal disease, also known as “gum disease,” can be upsetting. Here at Aspen Ridge Dental in Casper, Wyoming, we are committed to preventing gum disease, and providing treatment to those patients who have it. Symptoms of Gum Disease Bleeding gums Swollen, tender gums Receding gums Bad breath that won’t go away […]
Dental Sealant Q & A
Dental sealants are an excellent way to protect teeth from cavities. But as Aspen Ridge Dental in Casper WY, we’ve noticed a lot of our patients aren’t familiar with them So we’ll use this space to answer some common questions. Q. What are dental sealants? A. Dental sealants are permanent plastic barriers applied to the […]
What Is Laser Dentistry?
Lasers have been used in dentistry for many years now, and are among the tools we have at Aspen Ridge Dental in Casper. We don’t know about you, but lasers can make us think about science fiction. The word is an acronym for Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation. A laser device emits a […]