Castle Rock Dental Group PC

Your mouth is the gateway to your body’s general health. Read today’s blog to ensure your overall wellness through good oral health.

Oral Health Problems: An indicator of overall health problems? If you are like many people, you might think of your oral health as separate from your overall health. After all, most dental coverage plans are distinct from health care coverage. However, your oral health goes far beyond being able to chew nutritious and enjoyable foods. Oral health problems may b...

Ring in the New Year with some resolutions that will help you help the planet. See today’s blog for some earth-friendly ideas for your dental care.

Going Green for the New Year Does your list of New Year’s resolutions for the coming months include reducing your ecological footprint? If so, let’s ring in the year with some basic—and some innovative—dental ideas to help you meet your goal.

Resolving to eat better in the new year? Don’t forget your teeth and gums! Today’s blog offers some ideas for your shopping list.

Resolving to Eat Better in the New Year It’s a new year, and a resolution found on many lists is learning to be more mindful about healthy food choices. You might have set some of these goals yourself. Gaining, losing, or maintaining your current weight. More fruits and veggies. Better proteins. Less sugar. Fewer carbs. You want to make...

With so many dental procedures to choose from, which are most essential to your oral health? Find out in today’s blog!

Three Must-Have Dental Treatments There are numerous options for dental treatments out there, so how do you choose which are right for you? Our experts at Castle Rock Dental Group PC have handpicked the three must-have procedures that we believe can benefit nearly every patient.

Keeping your teeth healthy and beautiful is a group effort. Learn about professional cleanings from our office in today’s blog!

Why Professional Cleanings are Important Regular dental cleanings and checkups at our Castle Rock, Colorado office are an excellent way to ensure everything is A-OK in your mouth. There’s a reason the American Dental Association recommends a professional cleaning every six months!

Breaking a tooth can be a real pain! Today's blog discusses broken teeth, what to do if you break a tooth, and how our office can help restore your tooth to ideal health once again.

You broke your tooth; now what? You may have bitten down on a hard food or object, or perhaps you had a cavity that weakened your tooth. Either way, your tooth is now broken, and the steps you take to care for it will determine whether you get to keep your natural tooth or not. Millions of people suffer from broken teeth every yea...

Thanksgiving is a time to celebrate and give thanks for our health and happiness. Learn about the history of Thanksgiving in today's blog before you carve your turkey!

Thanksgiving in North America Thanksgiving marks the start to the holidays; a season filled with feasting, indulging, and spending time with family and friends are always special. Thanksgiving is a holiday meant for giving thanks, and while this may seem like such a natural celebration, the United States is only one of a handful...

Bad breath is probably not a matter of life or death, but it can make you feel self-conscious. Learn how to prevent bad breath on today’s blog!

Five Reasons for Your Bad Breath Bad breath, or halitosis, is probably not a matter of life or death. But it can make you feel self-conscious and have a negative impact on your life. The majority of people suffering from bad breath are dealing with oral bacterial. However, there are other causes of this embarrassing problem. Learni...

Winter Is Coming. Okay, that sounded a lot more dramatic in a popular fantasy series. But here in the real world, winter is coming as well, so let’s look at some easy steps you can take to keep your teeth and gums healthy during this icy season.

Getting Ready for Winter Okay, that sounded a lot more dramatic in a popular fantasy series. But here in the real world, winter is coming as well, so let’s look at some easy steps you can take to keep your teeth and gums healthy during this icy season.

You know how important fluoride is to a child's developing teeth, but did you know that it's just as important when your child gets older, too? Read today's blog to learn more!

Fluoride Use in Adolescents Fluoride is a mineral that plays an essential role in oral health. In fact, the significant reduction in American tooth decay in recent decades can be attributed to a greater availability of fluoride in public water supplies, toothpaste, and other resources. When it comes in contact with the teeth,....

Can so-called “superfoods” help improve our dental health? The short answer: Yes. The longer answer? See today’s blog for details!

Can Superfoods Create a Super Smile? It’s a rare week that we don’t hear something about superfoods—those foods which will transform our diets and radically improve our health. Remember kale? All the kale? (But, more on kale later!)

Kids love snack time. Check out today’s blog to learn how you can provide your little ones with snacks that will benefit their oral health!

The Best Snacks for a Healthy Smile One of the most frequent questions that the doctor and our team hear is about what kinds of snacks are best for a child’s dental health. Sugary snacks are inevitable sometimes, but it’s vital for you as a parent to monitor how frequently your child is eating the kinds of snacks that may give him...

In the past several years, we've learned a lot about the connections between oral health and overall health and wellness. Read today's blog to find out how the health of your smile can affect the health of your entire body.

Good Dental Hygiene Impacts Overall General Health There are many ways in which your oral health has an impact on your overall general health. There are naturally occurring bacteria in the mouth. Some of those bacteria, including strep and staph, are harmful, while other bacteria are essential for the balance of intestinal flora. The healthier your....

The end of the year is almost here, so make sure to take advantage of your insurance benefits, and schedule your year-end appointments early. Learn why it's important on today's blog!

Year-End Insurance Reminder the doctor, as well as our team at Castle Rock Dental Group PC, would like to give those patients with flex spend, health savings, or insurance benefits a friendly end of the year reminder that it’s high time to schedule your dental visits so you optimize your benefit.

Don’t let tooth sensitivity keep you from living your most enjoyable life! Learn about the causes and treatments of tooth sensitivity in today’s blog!

Alleviate Tooth Sensitivity There’s nothing like the simple seasonal pleasures. What’s more enjoyable than a cup of hot apple cider on a blustery winter day, or a tall glass of ice water in the middle of a summer heatwave? Until, that is, tooth sensitivity makes that hot or cold treat no treat at all. If untimely tooth sen...

Dairy is an important aspect of your child's diet, from building strong bones to preventing periodontal disease. Learn about how much dairy your child needs on today's blog!

Is dairy crucial to my child's oral health? Healthy eating, combined with regular physical activity, plays a vital role in your child’s health and well-being. Dairy foods are naturally nutritious, packed with ten essential nutrients that help your child feel good for life. But did you know that dairy is also great for your child’s dental ...

Should a quick bite between meals make us feel guilty? Or worse, make our teeth suffer a greater risk of cavities? Read our blog for guilt-free, healthy snacking strategies.

Snack Attack Should a quick bite between meals make us feel guilty? Or worse, make our teeth suffer a greater risk of cavities? Let’s avoid both those possibilities! We have several tooth-healthy snacking strategies designed to help you keep your enamel cavity-free while preventing snacker’s remorse.

Did you have a great summer? Read today's blog to find out how to share your favorite summer adventure with our office!

What was your favorite part of summer? It's the end of summer, and fall is just around the corner. Soon the temperatures will cool down, the leaves will start to change, and the doctor and our team at Castle Rock Dental Group PC are sure that you’ll soon be thinking about Halloween costumes and Thanksgiving plans in no time. But wait! ...

We’ve dedicated today’s blog to some fun facts about Labor Day. Read on to learn more!

Happy Labor Day! Labor Day is upon us, and that means the non-official end to summer. Before the kids head back to school and temperatures start to cool down, this is your last chance to barbeque in the beautiful Castle Rock, Colorado community, head to the lake, and wear your favorite pair of white pants.

Gum disease can be a painful and chronic condition if not treated properly. For five easy ways to prevent gum disease, read on!

Five Easy Ways to Prevent Gum Disease Gum disease can be painful and lead to missing teeth if you don’t treat it properly. However, there are plenty of things you can do to lower your risk of getting gingivitis and periodontitis. Here are five easy ways to prevent gum disease.

Canker sores, cold sores, and mouth sores may look similar, but they're three very different ailments. Learn more on today's blog!

Canker sores, cold sores, and mouth sores: What's the difference? At Castle Rock Dental Group PC, we know many people have experienced some form of mouth sores or irritation. Some mouth sores are harmless and go away on their own after a few days, while others are more serious and should not be ignored. Mouth sores occur for many different reasons, but bacterial i...

Young adults have special oral health needs, just like children or the elderly. Learn more about them in today’s blog!

Oral Health for the Young Adult Young adults often have the reputation of not taking good care of themselves. You may feel invincible, and not realize how much your behaviors now can affect your health later in life. Oral health is one area that is easy to neglect now, but that can lead to serious financial and quality of life con...

Here we are in the middle of the hottest time of the year. Yes, it’s the dog days of summer. See today’s blog for suggestions on looking after your best friend’s dental health—and your own, too—during these sizzling summer days.

The Dog Days of Summer Here we are in the middle of the hottest time of the year. Yes, it’s the dog days of summer. But, wait—just what are “the dog days of summer,” anyway?

Do your gums hurt when you floss, even though you floss every day? There can be many reasons for gum pain. Read on to learn more!

Help! My gums hurt when I floss! By no stretch is it rare for your gums to hurt during and after flossing. Even some bleeding is to be expected. This is especially true if you have not flossed in a long time. However, if your gums do indeed hurt when you floss, and unbearably so, there are some things you can do.

A root canal repairs a broken and infected tooth. Read today’s blog to learn how to keep your tooth healthy, even after a root canal.

How long will a root canal last? According to the American Association of Endodontists, root canals have a success rate of over 95% and in most cases they last a lifetime.

Pregnancy brings many physical changes, like producing hormones that can affect your oral health. Learn how to take care of your health while pregnant in today’s blog!

Periodontal Health during Pregnancy Congratulations! Your pregnancy is a time of joy and excitement—and a time to take special care of yourself. You’ve discovered that pregnancy brings many physical changes, but it may still come as a surprise to learn that pregnancy hormones can affect your oral health as well. What should you lo...

It's Independence Day! Today on our blog, we're celebrating in style, with fun facts and history about our nation's birthday. Read on to learn more, and have a happy Fourth of July!

Happy Fourth of July Every year, Americans all over the world celebrate the birth of the country and its independence on the Fourth of July. There are countless ways that people celebrate and they range from community parades and large scale gatherings to concerts, fireworks displays, and smaller scale celebrations amon...

It’s time. You’ve decided. You’re going to get veneers. Now you have one more decision to make: should you whiten your teeth beforehand? See why it’s a good idea to discuss this with your dentist in today’s blog.

Whitening Before Veneers—A Bright Idea? It’s time. You’ve decided. You’re going to get veneers. Whether it’s to repair a cracked or chipped tooth, to cover discoloration brought on by a root canal or medical condition, to fill in gaps between teeth, or for any other cosmetic reason, veneers can give you back your natural, confiden...

If you’re set for wisdom teeth extraction, you might have already stocked up on ice cream. But some favorite foods should be crossed off the shopping list. Check out today’s blog for temptations you should resist while you recover!

What NOT to Eat after Wisdom Teeth Extraction Now that you’re having your wisdom teeth removed at our Castle Rock, Colorado office, you’re probably looking forward to spending a few days on the couch with a cool dish of ice cream in hand. Good! Give yourself time to heal, and choose foods that will be soothing and safe for your mouth as you...

Are you getting married soon? Today’s blog covers what you can do to prepare your teeth for this special day.

Make Your Smile Dazzling For Your Wedding! Planning a wedding can be a highly stressful time. the doctor and our team want to support you in this process by helping you achieve a beautiful, bright smile. Wedding days entail a lot of photographs that will last a lifetime. We know how crucial it can be that you have a smile that makes you feel...