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Stress Presents Many Unhealthy Risks
If there is one thing the majority of workers in American can agree upon it’s that their jobs work them too hard and pay them too little. Striking a good work/life balance can become even more difficult during the holiday season when demands on your time become even more common than usual. While long days…
Read MoreHow to Fix Bad Breath
At Louisville Dental Associates, your dentist in Louisville, CO, we understand the anxiety you experience due to morning breath can cause you to quickly mumble your goodbyes to family on the way to work and to keep a bottle of mouthwash stashed in the glove compartment. By now you’re convinced that no matter how often…
Read MoreFast Facts on Sinus-Related Tooth Pain
One of the important aspects of being a general dentist in Louisville CO is to be aware of all the many things in a family’s life that could effect oral health. During the spring and summer months, seaonsal allergies can be that dental variable that people are unaware of. Have you ever experienced aching, pain,…
Read MoreIn Case of Emergency
Toothaches Persistent tooth pain is a problem, and should be examined by your dentist in Louisville, CO. Prior to your appointment, minimize discomfort by rinsing your mouth frequently with warm water. Make sure you’ve flossed– this could dislodge something stuck in your mouth that’s causing the pain. This is important: never place aspirin or other pain…
Read MoreTooth Fairy Tips
Losing baby teeth is a special event in our children’s lives. It feels strange, exciting, and maybe a little scary for some. Our kids love exploring that squiggle-y baby tooth in between the still-sturdy ones, or poking a tongue through the new “window” in their mouth. And some kids feel shocked or a little nervous…
Read MoreWe Can Help You Sleep Like a Baby
At Louisville Dental Associates, we’re not only committed to providing comprehensive treatment for oral health issues; we want to see your overall health flourish as well. To that end, there is a growing body of research showing connections between oral and systemic health— the link between periodontitis and cardiovascular disease, for example. Well, there’s another…
Read MoreOil Pulling: examining fact and fiction on coconut oil’s miracle powers
By now you may heard of a “new” dental practice: oil pulling. While it actually isn’t new (the idea has been around for thousands of years, supposedly placing its roots in Ayruvedic medicine), Dr. Skinner and Dr. Chudleigh think it’s a good idea to discuss the perceived and the proven benefits of oil pulling so…
Read MoreAn Ounce of Prevention…
At Louisville Dental Associates, both Dr. Skinner and Dr. Chudleigh take great pride in being a part of our community in Louisville. We strive to know our patients. We value your time, your patronage, and your health. That’s why we place such emphasis on preventative care. Again and again, preventative care has proven to be…
Read MoreHow to Floss
For a simple, occasionally flavored, often waxed piece of string, it’s remarkable the impact floss can have on your oral health. Just by wrapping 18 inches of floss around your index finger or reaching for a floss pick, you arm yourself with a powerful tool in the fight against tooth decay and gum disease. Dental…
Read MorePreventive Dental Care Elusive for Many Americans
Too many Americans don’t have access to necessary preventative dental care, reports a recent study, and significant differences exist among different ethnic and racial groups. As part of the study, researcher examined data from a telephone survey of nearly 650,000 middle-aged and senior adults between 1999 and 2008. Researchers discovered that the number of individuals…
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