Millions of people are going to be traveling this holiday season to visit family. This usually takes a lot of planning, and inevitably something will go wrong. Planes will be delayed, weather will turn, and traffic will be impenetrable. Of course, the risks don’t exactly stop when your family makes it to their destination. People eat special foods during the holidays, many of them being extremely hard candies that can easily damage teeth. Do you have a plan if you or your visiting family have a sudden dental emergency? It might seem like a stretch, but it’s certainly possible, and you don’t want to have to do research while someone is in pain. Your emergency dentist in Colorado Spring at Anderson Family Dental wants you to have a plan this holiday so you have one less thing to think about. (more…)
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When To Call the Emergency Dentist in Colorado Springs
December 2, 2016
Dental Insurance Benefits – Use Them or Lose Them!
November 28, 2016
Fall brings about insurance benefit enrollment time for most companies. As you’re reviewing your coverage and care, this is also a good time for your team at Anderson Family Dental to remind you to maximize your dental benefits before the end of the year. What does this mean? If you don’t use them, you’ll lose them.
Are Dentures in Colorado Springs Right For Me?
November 18, 2016
Living with teeth that are failing or missing is a daily challenge. Things like eating and chewing the foods you normally enjoy becomes difficult, while smiling and talking with people may feel embarrassing. When you’re missing multiple teeth your situation can begin to feel hopeless. At Anderson Family Dental, we want you to know there are solutions, and we want you to consider if dentures in Colorado Springs might be right for you.
Dentist in Colorado Springs Explains Oral Health and Tobacco Use
October 4, 2016
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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Your Dentist in Colorado Springs Discusses How Oral Hygiene Affects Overall Health
September 24, 2016
Going to the dentist takes time out of your busy schedule! It doesn’t matter too much if you skip one visit per year, right? After all, you’re brushing your teeth every day – so no big deal. Actually it is a big deal, and here’s why. Your oral health affects your entire well being because we know that periodontal disease is linked directly with other health concerns such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and stroke. This is known as the oral systemic connection, and your dentist in Colorado Springs discusses how oral hygiene affects overall health.
Can Cosmetic Dentistry Change Your Life?
September 5, 2016
Did you know that people with a beautiful smile are typically perceived as confident, happy, and successful? Your smile may have the power to take you to the next level in your career and personal life. Are you satisfied with the appearance of your teeth? Are there aspects you’d like to change? The team at Anderson Family Dental can help, because we know that cosmetic dentistry can change your life!
Snoring and Sleep Apnea: What’s the Difference?
July 14, 2016
Is your chronic snoring the result of sleep apnea? Not necessarily. It’s estimated that 50 percent of adults snore, but less than half of those people are affected by sleep apnea. So while every obstructive sleep apnea sufferer snores, not all sufferers have sleep apnea. (Kind of like how every square is a rectangle, but not every rectangle is a square.) Let’s take a look at the connection between snoring and sleep apnea in Colorado Springs to help you determine what’s causing your interrupted sleep.
Why Visit the Dentist in Colorado Springs Every Six Months
July 8, 2016
Some people (mistakenly) believe six month visits to the dentists are unnecessary. What they don’t realize is that preventive care from your dentist in Colorado Springs drastically reduces your risk of developing cavities and gum disease. Don’t skip out on this regular appointment — even if you don’t think you need it. Preventive dental care is vital to solid dental health.
Solving Tooth Pain with the Top Dentist in Colorado Springs
June 25, 2016
Although pain is never pleasant, it can be very important. Pain is the body’s way of alerting you that something is wrong. Sometimes relieving pain requires no thought—like when your hand gets too close to a flame and you instinctively pull away. Other times, such as when you experience tooth pain, seeking the advice of a dental professional may be necessary to relieve the pain. Colorado Springs top dentist Dr. Anderson at Anderson Family Dental has helped hundred of patients eliminate their tooth pain. Let’s consider some of the reasons tooth pain happens and what can be done to get rid of the pain.
CEREC in Colorado Springs
June 10, 2016
Sometimes you just have to take the good with the bad. Finding out that you need to have a dental crown may not be the news you wanted to hear from Dr. Anderson. However, there is some good news—Anderson Family Dental uses CEREC in Colorado Springs to give patients quality dental restorations in just one visit.