Inlays and Onlays

Preserving teeth’s function and appearance go hand-in-hand, and at Ardas Family Dental, partial crowns are one of many treatments we offer to patients with cracked or decayed teeth. Also known as inlays or onlays depending on their size, partial crowns are placed on the grinding surfaces of molars and premolars as a discrete solution to difficulties with chewing.

Although the surfaces of molars are often called flat, they are actually comprised of raised cusps separated by indentations. These indentations can become traps for food or acid, making them vulnerable to decay. An inlay is a small partial crown which covers a damaged indentation, while an onlay covers an indentation and replaces at least one damaged cusp. Before placing a partial crown, Dr. Kattaura will drill away the decayed material while the patient is numb. An impression will then be made of the patient’s mouth to use as the basis for the partial crown.

The patient may have an artificial crown during the few weeks it takes for a custom-fitted inlay or onlay to be milled and sent to our clinic. During the return visit, the partial crown is cemented in. Like a full crown, the partial crown will be made of tooth-colored porcelain so observers won’t even know it’s there. As long as proper oral hygiene is maintained, the patient will be at much less risk for infection and sensitivity.

Dr. Roopi Kattaura operates Ardas Family Dental at 10233 S Parker Rd, Suite 205, Parker, Colorado. To schedule an appointment, call 720-459-8420 or visit ArdasFamilyDental.com and fill out a contact sheet.

Invisalign at Ardas Family Dental

When it comes to wearing traditional braces, 92% of teens feel that it would put a damper on their appearance and self-confidence. At Ardas Family Dental in Parker, CO, our doctors want you to radiate confidence while straightening your teeth, which is why we offer Invisalign, CO as one of our orthodontic options, in addition to metal braces so that you have the choice to straighten your smile invisibly. Take a moment to learn about why the Invisalign treatment process may benefit you.  

Straightening your teeth at any stage of your life has a significant impact on how you look and feel about yourself, which is why the process should be positive. To get started, you’ll need to schedule a consultation. During this consultation, you and one of our doctors will discuss your case in detail before X-rays, pictures and an impression of your teeth are taken. From these images, he or she will map out a precise treatment plan, including the exact movements of your teeth. Based on your individual treatment plan, a series of aligners will be created for your mouth and your mouth only. Approximately every two weeks you will begin wearing a new set of aligners, advancing you to the next stage of your treatment.

If you would like to inquire about our orthodontic options, please give us a call. To learn more about services we provide at the practice, visit Invisalign Dentist Parker, CO for more information. To schedule an appointment with one of our doctors at Ardas Family Dental in Parker, CO, call 720-459-8420.

Clear Braces

Braces are still the most common way for adolescents and adults straighten their teeth.  Clear aligners have become more popular, but can’t give everyone the treatment their teeth need.  If your orthodontic treatment requires brackets and wires, clear braces may be the solution for you. Visit Ardas Family Dental to see if you are a candidate for clear braces.

Clear braces use the same straightening elements as traditional braces, but with materials designed to avoid the metallic look dreaded by so many patients. Brackets are now available in clear and ceramic varieties, and are designed to resist staining.  To connect these brackets, wires the color of natural teeth are used.  The final effect is not totally invisible, but is more subtle than traditional silver braces and doesn’t look metallic. Almost any orthodontic patient can achieve the same great results as traditional braces offer with a better disguise during treatment!

To learn more about the orthodontic options we offer, 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.

Best Medicaid Dentist in Parker, CO

As a leading Medicaid Dentist in Parker, CO, at Ardas Family Dental, we believe that patients, regardless of age, should reap the benefits of affordable health care without limitations. If you aren’t sure of what Medicaid is, Medicaid is a healthcare program that has made dental coverage possible for many who don’t have the traditional dental plans under their employers. This is very helpful for patients who are or may be self-employed or earn below a middle-class income.

Scheduling regular dental checkups are critical to our oral health, but when we can’t afford to do so, this causes a problem. At Ardas Family Dental in Parker, CO, we are a leading Medicaid Dentist who provides complete dental care services for patients young and old. Adults and children, who enroll in our Medicaid program, are entitled beyond the law for restorative and preventive dental services such as basic exams, extractions, dentures, etc.  If you live in Parker, CO and cannot afford dental coverage for general dentistry services, you can contact us now and after appraisal, once you qualify, we will help provide you treatment thru Medicaid program.

If you have questions about Medicaid, our doctors are here to answer them all. To learn more about services we provide at the practice, visit Medicaid Dentist Parker, CO, Lone Tree CO, Highlands Ranch, CO, Elizabeth Aurora CO, for more information. To schedule an appointment with one of our doctors at Ardas Family Dental in Parker, CO, call 720-459-8420.

Bad Breath in Children

As a child-friendly practice, we at Ardas Family Dental often help children struggling with bad breath. Usually, this only requires them to learn proper oral hygiene, which includes the need to brush their tongues, as well as their teeth. Sometimes, however, there may be other factors contributing to halitosis which parents need to know about.

Brushing is helpful because bad breath is often caused by bacterial infections. But the smell may not just be coming from tooth decay or bacteria hiding on an unbrushed tongue. It may also be the result of mouth sores, inflamed tonsils, or drip from the sinus. A foreign object stuck in a child’s nose will also cause sinus drip, which smells bad on its own and feeds bacteria.

Bacteria especially thrives in a dry mouth, where there is no saliva to wash it away. Some medications, including ones used for psychiatric disorders such as ADHD and anxiety, cause dry mouth as a side effect. Children who breathe through their mouths rapidly get dehydrated, and oftentimes children simply don’t remember to drink while engaged in physical play. Keeping hydrated is important and breathing problems need to be resolved, but chewing sugar-free gum is an alternate means of stimulating saliva.

Dr. Roopi Kattaura operates Ardas Family Dental at 10233 S Parker Rd, Suite 205, Parker, Colorado. To schedule an appointment, call 720-459-8420 or visit ArdasFamilyDental.com and fill out a contact sheet.

Dental Anxiety in Children

From a child’s point-of-view, a trip to the dentist can be frightening, especially if they aren’t sure what to expect.  If your child suffers from dental anxiety, this can be destructive to his or her oral health in the future. Here at Ardas Family Dental, it is our goal to make our pediatric patients as comfortable as possible during each visit. Allow us to explain how you as a parent can assist our doctors in keeping your child calm before and during the dental exam.

Before – In preparation for your child’s dental exam, talk to them about what to look forward to. You don’t need to go into too much detail, but children need predictability in their lives in order to adjust to unfamiliar situations. During this time, communicate with your child about his or her fears and discuss them as the dental appointment draws closer. Additionally, be sure to explain that they will have healthy teeth and gums once the appointment is over. 

During – Positive reinforcement is very effective during a dental visit. Applaud your child when they are being brave or tell them stories that will keep them pleasantly distracted.  We understand that it can be difficult to stay calm if your child is misbehaving, but be sure to remain patient with him or her.  Distractions are great for keeping your child’s mind off of the dental chair. You can also help them visualize a pleasant experience, or bring their favorite toy to help minimize their anxiety.

If you are searching for a pediatric dentist, look no further and give us a call. To learn more about services we provide at the practice, visit Pediatric Dentist Parker, CO for more information. To schedule an appointment with one of our doctors at Ardas Family Dental in Parker, CO, call 720-459-8420.

Dr. Roopi Kattaura Recognized by topDentists

Ardas Family Dental is proud to share that Dr. Roopi Kattaura has been recognized by topDentists and chosen by her peers as a topDentist in Colorado! 

topDentists, LLC was founded in 2007 with the goal of surveying the entire United States to create a comprehensive listing of the best dentists and specialists practicing today.  This was accomplished by surveying dental professionals across the country.  To be included in topDentists, Dr. Kattaura was recommended by other dental professionals in Colorado.  You can find Dr. Kattaura on this exclusive list of recommended dentists on the topDentist website, and in the June issue of 5280 Magazine. 

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