When tooth decay or damage requires more help than a simple filling can provide, a dental crown may be just what you need. Traditionally, the process for this restoration has taken two visits to the dentist with a week or two of waiting in between — but, using the latest technology, your dentist in Colorado Springs can complete the entire procedure in a single appointment. It’s called chairside economic restoration of esthetic ceramics (CEREC), and it’s making restorative dentistry more efficient and effective than ever before.

We all know that tobacco use causes significant health complications, such as cancer. With nearly 17 percent of adults in the United States using tobacco, it is the leading cause of preventable disease and death in America. While we all know the dangers tobacco use poses on your health, few understand the implications tobacco use has on oral health. Those who use tobacco, whether cigarettes, smokeless tobacco, or cigars, are at an increased risk for developing serious oral health complications, including periodontal disease, oral cancer, and tooth decay. As your dentist in Colorado Springs, Anderson Family Dental has the information you need regarding the effects tobacco has on your oral health.
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