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What can you do to make your teeth whiter?

July 22, 2021 By Ryan Boulding

Having concerns about how white your pearly whites are? Get details on how to brighten your smile, directly from a dentist, by clicking the blog! #AskDeltaDental

If you’ve been considering adding more cosmetic treatments into your beauty routine, you’re not alone. It’s normal to want to look your best, and even simple enhancements like whitening teeth can help improve appearances.  Just like how your hair can shift to gray as you … [Read more...]

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What to do if you can’t afford your dental treatment plan

July 22, 2021 By Ryan Boulding

Delta Dental of Colorado’s Chief Dental Officer, Dr. Brad Guyton, offers some ideas on how to approach an affordable dental treatment plan.

Did you know that 40 percent of Americans can’t afford a $400 emergency? To make matters worse, another 12 percent said that a $400 expense would not allow them to pay regular bills, such as housing costs and buying groceries. This includes unforeseen medical expenses, like those … [Read more...]

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What to do if you haven’t been to the dentist in a long time

July 22, 2021 By Ryan Boulding

It’s critical to your oral and overall health to see a dentist regularly. Find out what you should do if you haven’t been to the dentist in a long time but are ready to get back in the chair! #AskDeltaDental

If you’re worried about what to do if you haven’t been to the dentist in a long time, you can relax. It’s never too late to schedule an office visit to check in on your oral health. It’s critical to your oral and overall health to see a dentist regularly. Your provider does … [Read more...]

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Marijuana, Dental Surgery, and Anesthesia

November 5, 2019 By Ryan Boulding

More evidence is becoming available around how marijuana users require more anesthesia, urging patients to share their habits with medical and dental practitioners.

If you’re using marijuana, it’s important to let your dentist know. Smoking marijuana can damage oral health and having a tolerance for marijuana may affect how a person responds to anesthesia, post-treatment healing, and medications. The number of states where marijuana is … [Read more...]

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What Causes Yellow Teeth? The List of Culprits

February 27, 2018 By Ryan Boulding

why are my teeth so yellow

It complements sundresses and the rays on a summer day, but the color yellow is not a good look for your smile. You think you take good care of your teeth, but when you look in the mirror do you ever wonder, “Why are my teeth so yellow?” … [Read more...]

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