Regular Teeth Cleanings In Parker, CO

Ardas Family Dental encourages patients to maintain a great oral health routine at home, but it is still important to come into the office for biannual professional cleanings.  The Academy of General Dentistry recommends you have a dentist or hygienist perform a dental cleaning every six months. Even when you regularly brush and floss, some harmful bacteria grow in your mouth that cause gum disease and can only be removed by a dental professional.

It’s important to see a professional regularly to locate and monitor areas in the mouth that may need special attention, and a dentist can tell you if you may be neglecting an area in the mouth or skipping an important step in your regular oral care routine. At a cleaning, a hygienist uses professional tools to remove plaque, tartar, and bacteria build-up from your teeth that is too tough to remove on your own.  The teeth above and below the gum line are both thoroughly cleaned with scaling tools to rid them of plaque and tartar. After the surfaces of the teeth are cleaned, the hygienist flosses between every one of your teeth and may apply fluoride if recommended by the dentist. If you need your teeth cleaned, don’t wait any longer!

To learn more about the services we provide at the practice, please give us a call or visit Kids and Family Dentist, Parker CO for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Roopi Kattaura at Ardas Family Dental in Parker, CO, call 720-459-8420.

Restorative Dental Services in Parker, CO

Restorative dental services involve the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of oral diseases. At Ardas Family Dental, our restorative services include bridges, dental crowns, dentures, and bonding/white fillings. These procedures are designed to enhance the aesthetics of a patient’s smile while restoring a tooth back to its natural function. If you have teeth that are missing, damaged, cracked, or chipped, Dr. Roopi Kattaura has a treatment option to suit your needs.

The goal of restorative dentistry is to preserve a patient’s natural teeth as much as possible. If a patient has missing teeth, Dr. Kattaura may suggest a bridge or a denture appliance because teeth that are non-existent will put additional stress on the remaining teeth because the patient won’t have much of a chewing surface. Dental bonding and white fillings are used to repair chips, cracks, and fractures in the teeth while restoring the teeth to their natural function. A dental crown may be suggested to strengthen a tooth to restore shape or structure and will improve its appearance as well as alignment. If you would like to discuss your restorative options, schedule a consultation with Dr. Roopi Kattaura.

If you have questions or concerns regarding restorative dental services, please give us a call. To learn about services we provide at the practice, or to schedule an appointment with Dr. Roopi Kattaura of Ardas Family Dental, visit Restorative Dentist Parker, CO for more information or call 720-459-8420. 

Tooth Extractions at Ardas Family Dental

If a tooth has been broken or damaged by decay and Dr. Roopi Kattaura of Ardas Family Dental can’t fix it with a filling, a dental crown, or dental bonding, the tooth may require extraction. Extraction is necessary when the damage of a tooth is beyond repair and the tooth can’t be saved. There are two types of extraction Dr. Kattaura may perform – simple or surgical. A simple extraction is exactly what it says it is, while a surgical extraction is a bit more complex.

During a simple extraction, Dr. Kattaura will loosen the tooth with an instrument called an elevator and use forceps to remove the tooth. This will require minimal sedation and the patient should have a smooth and quick recovery. A surgical extraction may be used for wisdom teeth removal and will involve Dr. Kattaura making a small incision into the gum to surgically remove the tooth. Surgical extractions tend to cause more pain after the procedure than their simple counterpart, but as long as you follow post-operative instructions, the recovery process will end before you know it.  

If you have questions or concerns regarding oral surgery services or wisdom teeth removal please give us a call. To learn about services we provide at the practice, or to schedule an appointment with Dr. Roopi Kattaura of Ardas Family Dental, visit Restorative Dentist Parker, CO for more information or call 720-459-8420. 

Pain From Braces In Parker, CO

At Ardas Family Dental, we see many smiles transformed with braces.  We also know braces are a long process and that there is some pain and discomfort along the way.  Patients with braces often feel a little discomfort after their wires have been tightened, and patients with new braces usually experience some uncomfortable chafing as their mouth gets used to braces.  These are both normal occurrences and you can ease the pain while getting to your perfect smile!  

With a new set of braces, the insides of cheeks and lips will rub against the brackets and wires.  The soft tissue will toughen as your mouth gets accustomed to the braces, but at first it can create sore spots.  Orthodontic wax is a great defense against this.  Just a small piece can cover the edge of a bracket and relieve any chafing.  After a set of braces is tightened a patient will also feel some pain and soreness.  The patient should eat soft foods right after a tightening if they are experiencing discomfort.  If the pain continues, over-the-counter pain relievers like Advil and Motrin are helpful.  Please still contact the office if you experience any extreme or long-lasting discomfort.

To learn more about our orthodontic options and all the services we provide, visit Kids and Family Dentist, Parker CO for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Roopi Kattaura at Ardas Family Dental in Parker, CO, call 720-459-8420.

Bone Grafting for Dental Implants In Parker, CO

A bone graft is the term for harvesting bone material from a healthy location and grafting it to a location that is broken or weakened.  The doctors at Ardas Family Dental use this method to strengthen jaw bones in preparation for dental implants.

Missing a tooth for an extended period of time can leave the jaw bone vulnerable and compromise its structure.  When a patient needs an implant for a permanent replacement tooth, a bone graft reinforces the jaw bone so it is strong enough to handle the placement of an implant. 

In one procedure, bone material is harvested from a healthy location in the patient’s mouth and grafted to the compromised area of the jaw bone.  This strengthens the weakened bone, and encourages growth of new bone material as it heals.  After the procedure, the bone graft will be monitored over the course of months.  When the jaw bone has strengthened enough to handle the placement of an implant, our doctors can move forward with the patient’s plan of care.

To learn more about bone grafting and all the services we provide, visit Kids and Family Dentist, Parker CO for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Roopi Kattaura at Ardas Family Dental in Parker, CO, call 720-459-8420.