Most people get wisdom teeth in their late teens or early twenties. At Aspen Ridge Dental in Casper WY, we generally recommend removal. Wisdom teeth can damage adjacent teeth and nerves. Awkward positions are common, and can increase risk of tooth decay and gum disease. Wisdom teeth are also difficult to clean, especially if they […]
Successful Smiles
Professionals who are happy with the face they present in business situations have a high level of confidence. Confident people, in turn, are more likely to be successful in their business and personal relationships. Simply put; if you feel better, you’ll probably do better! At Aspen Ridge Dental in Casper, our cosmetic dentistry patients experience […]
Test Your Cosmetic Dentistry IQ
Are you up on the latest cosmetic dentistry procedures offered by Aspen Ridge Dental in Casper? Take our quiz and find out! 1. This popular treatment uses a dental composite that resembles enamel. This composite is applied to the surface of the teeth, sculpted, and then hardened and polished. A. Veneers B. Flossing C. Defanging […]
Take 5: Straight Talk About Braces
In this post from Aspen Ridge Dental in Csper, we bring you five vital thing to keep in mind with orthodontics : 1. Be Careful What You Eat Sweets and extra food stuck in hard-to-notice spaces may lead to plaque and yellowing around the appliances in your mouth. Avoid sweets, juices, sodas, anything that will […]
3 Point Checklist Before Your Dental Consultation
This post from Aspen Ridge Dental in Casper offers three steps to take before you arrive at our office for a consultation. The state of your mouth is important to your vitality both emotionally and physically. Everyone wants to make a positive impression when they smile or speak. We understand that. The look, the feel, […]
Do You Have Periodontal Disease?
Gum disease is more common than you might think. At Aspen Ridge Dental in Casper, we see patients with gum disease almost every day. Some patients aren’t even aware they have it until we diagnose it. Fortunately, gum disease can be treated. What is gum disease? Also known as ‘periodontal disease’, it is an inflammation […]