-An electric toothbrush: An electric toothbrush adds some excitement to brushing, especially for kids. The toothbrush bristles rotate on their own and clean the smile. All your loved one needs to do is turn on the brush, turn on the timer, and move the brush across their teeth.

-A water flosser: A water flosser is a handy tool that can clean the crevices of the smile. It consists of a wand and a water reservoir. The tip of the wand sprays water at different pressures and all your loved one will need to do is place the tip between the teeth.

-a teeth whitening kit: A teeth whitening kit can break up the tooth discoloration in your loved ones smile. If they are self-conscious about the appearance of your teeth, this is a great gift. This can give them the whiter smile they want!

If you have any questions or if you would like to know more about dental Christmas gifts in Broomfield, Colorado, please reach out to Denver Restorative Dentistry at 303-586-1019 today. Our dental team is here to help you in any way we can, even if it’s by brainstorming more gift ideas. We look forward to helping you!

When your tooth is cracked, it’s important to get it treated right away. This is because the longer you wait and the more pressure you apply to the tooth, the bigger the crack can get. As the crack grows, it can compromise the entire tooth and even infect the internal structures, like the pulp and nerve. This can result in extreme amounts of pain and discomfort. It’s important to avoid this as much as possible, which is why you need to visit your dentist, Dr. Taylor Goggins, as soon as possible.

The treatment involved in treating a cracked tooth varies depending on the severity of the crack. Your dentist will typically use a dental filling, a dental crown, root canal therapy, or tooth extraction to restore your oral health. To know if you need treatment, you need to look for the signs and symptoms. The most common symptoms include a sharp pain when using the tooth or tooth sensitivity when eating or drinking hot or cold foods and drinks.

To learn more about cracked teeth in Broomfield, Colorado, please reach out to Denver Restorative Dentistry at 303-586-1019 and talk to a member of our dental team. We are here to help you in any way we can, and we look forward to giving you the answers and information you need!

While you can’t always tell if you have a cracked tooth, if you feel a sharp pain when you bite down on your food which stops when you stop putting pressure on your tooth, your tooth may have a fracture. A tooth can crack for a number of reasons:

• If you chew on hard objects such as ice, hard candy, or hard nuts you can fracture a tooth.
• A blow to the mouth can crack a tooth.
• If tooth enamel is exposed to temperature extremes, your tooth can crack. So if you are eating hot soup, don’t be tempted to sip ice water with it.
• Your teeth can crack if you persistently grind or clench your teeth (also known as bruxism).

To repair a cracked tooth, Dr. Goggins or Dr. Esguerra will first examine the tooth to determine proper treatment. For example, if the tooth has minor cracks, bonding with a tooth-colored composite resin or dental filling may be all that will be required. However, if the damage is severe or affecting the tooth pulp, the tooth may require extraction, requiring a root canal.

If you are suffering from the effects of a cracked tooth, please call us at 303-586-1019 as soon as possible. Until you are seen by Dr. Goggins or Dr. Esguerra, avoid chewing on that side of your mouth, take acetaminophen or over-the-counter pain reliever as needed, and rinse with salt water for relief.  Our Denver Restorative Dentistry team in Broomfield, Colorado, is happy to help you restore your healthy smile!