Dental Treatments in Fort Collins, Colorado
Visiting your dentist doesn’t have to be scary, especially if you know what to expect! Learn about the different dental procedures and what is involved by selecting one of the topics below. (We are still adding content to this part of our site, and should have a much more comprehensive list of common conditions and their treatments soon!)
Bruxism is the grinding or clenching of teeth. It happens to children and adults. Teeth grinding most often occur when one is asleep. Many times the individual with bruxism would wakes up with a headache or sore jaw muscles.
Teeth Grinding (Bruxism) most often occurs when you are asleep. The dentists at Front Range Dental Center are able to make a custom made dental Night Guards to help prevent future damage of your teeth.
Dental sealants are a great way to help protect your permanent teeth from cavities and plaque. Dental Sealants are a clear protective material that is applied to the chewing surface of your molars (back teeth) by sealing off the grooves and pits in your molars that are prone to cavities. The sealant will make the surface of your teeth smoother. This will help you keep your teeth cleaner when brushing your teeth. The dental sealants placed by Front Range Dental Center do not contain bisphenol A (BPA).
An Orthodontist is a dental specialist who practices Orthodontics (Ortho). Orthodontists are dentists who have completed an additional 2 to 3 years of additional training (residency program) at a dental institution that is accredited by the American Dental Association.
Fluoride (F on the Periodic Table) is a naturally occurring element. Currently, Fluoride is the only product that will remineralize weakened enamel of teeth. Fluoride is found in local water supplies, toothpaste, mouthwash, Fluoride supplements, and Fluoride treatments provided at your dental exams.
Nitrous Oxide (Laughing Gas) is a safe way to relax during any dental procedure. Nitrous Oxide is mixed with Oxygen to help you relax. The use of the Nitrous Oxide is called conscious sedation.
Amalgam is an alloy that contains mercury, silver, copper, tin and sometime other base metals. Dentists have used amalgam fillings since the early 1800s for dental fillings.
Front Range Dental Center does NOT place amalgam fillings. Our dentists ONLY place composite (tooth colored) fillings. If you have amalgam fillings, please make sure that you have your dentist check your amalgam fillings each dental visit. Sometimes, they dentist may recommend replacing the amalgam filling with a composite filling.
Doctor Brad Eckhardt, DDS
