Commit to Quit: Smoking Cessation

June 23rd, 2023

This month, we wanted to discuss a topic that often comes up in the dental chair: smoking. You know that smoking can lead to poor dental health, and we wanted to share some ideas on what you can do today to help get you to your goal. Whether you are smoking cigarettes or using other…
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Botox and Dentistry: Not Just Esthetics!

May 31st, 2023

Botox injections prevent a muscle from moving for a limited time. These injections are commonly associated with smoothing wrinkles on the face, but did you know they’re also used to treat a variety of other conditions such as neck spasms, lazy eye, and overactive bladder? In dentistry, Botox is highly effective in reducing symptoms caused…
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Oral Cancer Awareness Month

April 5th, 2023

April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month! And as your Front Range resource for all things related to the mouth, Dr. Messina and our team are particularly passionate about spreading the word on prevention -- and early detection! -- of this important disease. This month brings awareness to the fact that early detection of oral cancer…
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Xylitol: Not So Sweet for Dogs!

March 16th, 2023

In the dental office, a sugar substitute called xylitol is often used in products such as tooth paste, dental floss, and mouth rinse. This is great for our patients because it can prevent tooth decay and kill mouth bacteria! But did you know that if your pup finds and consumes any item containing xylitol, it…
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