General & Family Dentistry
General and Family Dentistry in Longmont, CO
As a family practice, we are pleased to provide a wide variety of treatments for general and family dentistry in Longmont, Colorado. Our dentist and team use these treatments to monitor your oral health and strengthen and protect your smile. We also offer sedation dentistry to help ease anxieties. Learn more below and call Artistic Smiles at 303-485-8888 to meet with Dr. Trey Thygerson.
General and family dentistry involves the general practice of dentistry for patients of all ages, ranging from children to elderly patients. Services range from simple cleaning and examination to complex procedures such as filling, crowning, and extraction. Every special need for different age groups is also taken into consideration, be it preventative care for the children, restorative treatments for grown-ups, or periodontal care for seniors.
General and Family Dentistry Services We Offer
We guarantee family dental care to ensure every member of your family gets the proper treatment to achieve good oral health. Here is a glimpse of the services we offer:
Gum disease treatment
We offer progressive treatments that help in putting a halt on the development of gum disease and could also assist in avoiding infection of gums.
Night guards
Bruxism is a disease causes your teeth to grind. It can be the reason for pain in your jaw. We have treatment for this disease with the help of a specially designed night guard for protection of the teeth.
Sedation dentistry
We do offer various forms of sedation that will make you somewhat distracted from the procedure. Our goal is to make sure that you have an anxiety-free and tension-free visit with us.
Sports mouth guards
We design mouth guards to protect the teeth from damages during sporting. This way, one exposes him or herself to a sport with minimized injury risks.
TMJ treatment
Similarly, the treatment of TMJ reduces pain in the jaw, headaches, and discomfort.
Tooth extraction
We comfortably remove teeth in cases of decaying, damage or overcrowding in a safe way.
We perform wisdom tooth extraction for patients to prevent complications such as crowding, pain, or infection of the teeth that might interfere with long-term oral health.
Reasons to Visit Your Dentist
Visiting the dentist regularly is quite significant in maintaining your oral health at an ideal stage. While most people seek dentistry services when they are in pain or with discomfort, routine dental visits are intended to prevent serious dental issues from cropping up. Here are some of the key reasons that one should pay a visit to a dentist:
Preventive care: Regular dental check-ups ensure dangers are noticed well in advance before they develop into major issues. Early detection of any problem, such as cavities, gum disease, or tooth decay, will save your time, money, and discomfort in the long run.
Professional cleaning: However good a person might be at maintaining good oral hygiene, there are certain areas in the mouth where the deposits of plaque and tartar build up. Professional cleaning removes such deposits, keeps the risks associated with gum diseases at bay, and ultimately keeps teeth healthy and shining.
Gum health: Often, this is an issue that might go right into its advanced level without your recognition. Regular visits will grant the dentist the ability to check the status of your gums and provide early treatment where need be.
Pain or discomfort: The dentist should address the toothache, sensitivity, or discomfort as soon as possible so that the problem doesn’t increase in seriousness. This would prevent later extensive procedures.
Oral cancer screening: Dentists are allowed to perform regular examinations of the mouth for signs of oral cancer. This is a lifesaving examination since the earlier the disease is caught, the much better treatment results will be.
Overall health maintenance: Good oral health reflects in general good health. For example, gum diseases are associated with other diseases like heart conditions and diabetes. Therefore, visiting a dentist falls under general health care.
The Benefits of General and Family Dentistry at Artistic Smiles
Choosing the family dentist at Artistic Smiles offers a number of benefits to you and your loved ones. Our practice is committed to personalized comprehensive care that keeps your family’s smiles healthy through every stage of life. Following are the most critical advantages of getting dentistry in general from a trustworthy family practice:
Regular visits to the family dentist, prevention of common dental problems such as cavities, gum diseases, and decaying of teeth. We are, with regular check-ups, cleanings, and screenings, in a position where we can identify a potential issue at an early period in effective less invasive treatments.
From the cradle to the rocking chair, we take care of them all. Family dentistry encompasses pediatric through geriatric dental care. We are staffed to address every need of the family, whether preventive, restorative and cosmetic services.
Continuity of care means continued care with people who are familiar with your dental history and hence can plan better treatment for monitoring changes in oral health and individualizing it according to you.
Trust comfort from developing a relationship with the family dentist flows to adults and children. Here at Artistic Smiles, our team makes every effort to keep things friendly and stress-free. This greatly makes it easier to keep your entire family on a regular visit schedule and be comfortable during treatment.
Success Stories
Artistic Smiles is a welcoming and high quality dental office. My dental hygienist, Michelle, is thorough, gentle and the best hygienist I have ever experienced. Thank You Artistic Smiles!
Mary M.
As someone whose been afraid to go to the dentist - I've finally found the place for me. My hygienist Amy is wonderful, careful and gentle and thorough. They are all great!
Peg B.
Got me in next day for a cleaning. Friendly and painless.
Adam B.
Had my teeth cleaned on Friday. Great to see AMY again! She updated Me on the latest procedures available at Artistc Smiles to help keep my Smile Perfect! Amy really cares about Her patients! Thank You , Amy! You Rock!
Barbara M.
Artistic Smiles is A++ in my book! So pleased with the top notch care I have received there!
Jackie B.
Hours
DayHours
Monday8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Tuesday7:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Wednesday9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Thursday7:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Friday7:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed
*Closed every other Monday and Friday
Have A Question
FAQ
How often should I visit the family dentist?
At least two visits to the family dentist each year for regular check-up and cleaning will do a great deal in early detection of any dental problems and maintaining good oral health.
At what age should my child first see a dentist?
We recommend bringing your child in for their first dental visit while celebrating their first birthday or when their first tooth erupts. Early dental visits help prevent dental issues and allow children to get comfortable with dentistry early enough.
What is included in general and family dentistry?
General and family dentistry encompasses a wide range, from preventive care such as cleanings, exams, and restorative treatments of fillings and crowns, among many others. Specialty services performed may also include gum disease treatments, TMJ therapy, and extractions.
Can family dentistry cover adults and children simultaneously?
Absolutely, family dentists are trained to treat all age groups from young children to the elderly. This allows us to offer general dental services for your entire family in one place.
What can I do if I am anxious about going to the dentist?
We realize that most people are at least a little apprehensive about coming to the dentist. Artistic Smiles has designed a warm, friendly, and relaxed environment to make your visit really comfortable and inviting. Sedation options are also available. If you feel any type of anxiety about coming in, please let us know in advance so we can tailor a specific experience for you.
Request an Appointment
303-485-8888
920 South Hover Rd.,
Longmont, CO 80501
Monday 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Tuesday, Thursday, *Friday - 7:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Wednesday, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
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