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Digital Dental X-Rays | Digital Dental Radiographs | Cherry Creek Dental Spa

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Digital Dental X-Rays | Digital Dental Radiographs | Cherry Creek Dental Spa

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Cherry Creek Dental Spa, an established dental practice in Denver, CO is 100% committed to giving patients the quality of care they deserve. As such, we only use modern digital dental radiographs, also known as digital X-rays to better diagnose and treat any problems and monitor your oral health.

Digital X-rays can be used to take digital intraoral and extraoral images of the mouth. Intra-oral X-rays are used to detect cavities, monitor bone and tissue health, jaw growth and development and check the status of developing teeth.

Digital X-rays vs. Traditional X-rays

There are many reasons why more and more dental professionals use digital dental radiographs. To start with, digital x-rays can detect even the smallest decay between your teeth, and they can also reveal bone and gum infections, cysts, and any abnormalities in your mouth.

Another advantage of digital radiographs over traditional x-rays is that the images can be viewed directly on our computer screen and we can enhance the contrast/detail of the images.

More importantly, digital radiograph eliminates the need for chemical processing and uses up to 80% less tradition (compared to traditional x-rays), making it a safer and greener alternative.

The images can then be transferred or sent to other dentists by means of compatible computer technology.

Our staff and dentist have completed special training for taking digital x-rays.

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Cherry Creek Dental Spa, an established dental practice in Denver, CO is 100% committed to giving patients the quality of care they deserve. As such, we only use modern digital dental radiographs, also known as digital X-rays to better diagnose and treat any problems and monitor your oral health.

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Denver Dental Specialties | Dental Clinic | Cherry Creek Dental Spa

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Denver Dental Specialties | Dental Clinic | Cherry Creek Dental Spa

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For most people, a general dentist can handle most oral care issues. But in some cases your dentist may refer you to a specialist.

In the US and Canada, there are 9 recognized specialties. Here are some overviews for each one:

1. Prosthodontics. You need to see a prosthodontist if you require fake or prosthetic teeth. These are the specialists who focus on providing solutions such as crowns, bridges, and partial or complete dentures. While some general dentists are able to also put in crowns and bridges, for the most difficult cases a prosthodontist may be required.

2. Periodontics. The periodontist is the specialist who's most concerned about the state of your gums. They're the dentists you need if you have serious gum disease. They can perform gum grafts and gum surgery, and also put in dental implants through the gums and into your jaw.

3. Pediatric dentistry. While generalists can take care of children's teeth, pediatric dentists are much more experienced at it. They're the one who've received training so that they're much better able to calm down even fussy or anxious children patients. They're also more familiar with dental problems that children tend to have.

4. Orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics. Are your teeth crooked and misaligned? Your orthodontist can recommend the most suitable orthodontic solution such as braces so you end up with a winning smile.

5. Endodontics. If you need a root canal, you need an endodontist. However, their specialty actually covers the overall health of the dental pulp and the tissues that surround each tooth.

6. Dental public health. These are the dentists who consider their whole community as their patients. They treat the community as a whole, instead of individually. They're the ones who convince government authorities to enact policies that help with oral care for the whole community.

7. Oral and maxillofacial pathology. You'll need an oral pathologist if your dentist suspects that you have some sort of disease in and around your oral cavity. The pathologist can test any tissue to discover and diagnose the disease.

8. Oral and maxillofacial radiology. This specialty was recognized only recently in 2003. These oral radiologists focus on taking radiographs properly and then diagnosing the radiographs correctly afterwards. Their training makes them the experts in finding even the slightest discrepancies from norms, and they're the best experts to diagnose any problem with facial structures.

9. Oral and maxillofacial surgery. As the name suggests, they perform surgeries such as removing wisdom teeth. However, they also perform other procedures like TMJ surgery (the TMJ is a joint in your jaw), put in dental implants, remove oral tumors surgically, and even perform reconstructive surgery if you've been in a serious car accident.

If you need a specialist in any area in dentistry, we can refer you to the right dentist. Call our office today so we can evaluate your dental needs.

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For most people, a general dentist can handle most oral care issues. But in some cases your dentist may refer you to a specialist. In the US and Canada, there are 9 recognized specialties. Here are some overviews for each one: Prosthodontics. You need to see a prosthodontist if you require fake or prosthetic teeth.

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Dentures | Preparation and Placement of Dentures | Cherry Creek Dental Spa

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Dentures | Preparation and Placement of Dentures | Cherry Creek Dental Spa

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There are a handful of reasons why people lose some or all of their teeth. But regardless of the cause, one thing's for certain: it's never easy to lose one's teeth. Missing teeth can lead to all sorts of problems. To start with, it will make chewing and speaking difficult. Missing teeth can also lead to self-esteem issues and it may even affect a person's overall health. If you're missing many teeth, we at Cherry Creek Dental Spa may recommend dentures.

The beauty of dentures is that they are very functional and comfortable. Today's modern dentures look very similar to natural teeth and no one will suspect you're wearing false teeth.

Preparation and Placement of Dentures

On your first appointment, we will evaluate whether you're a suitable candidate for dentures. Dr. Goodpaster will examine the bone structure in your mouth as well as your gums and teeth to determine the best treatment plan for you. The area will then be prepared for the dentures and an impression of the gums will be made and sent to a laboratory to ensure that your dentures fit perfectly. Once your dentures are ready, you will return to our office so the new dentures can be fitted and adjusted as needed.

1. Conventional Full Denture
This denture is for patients who have lost all their teeth or need to have any remaining teeth extracted. The tissues will need to fully heal before dentures can be placed. Sometimes the healing period can take up to 12 months.

2. Immediate Full Denture
This denture can be immediately placed after all the teeth are extracted. Your dentist will make impressions before extracting the teeth so that the dentures will already be available right after.

3. Partial Denture
This type of denture is ideal if you still have many healthy teeth. It rests on a framework (usually metal) that attaches to your natural teeth. Unlike bridges, partial dentures are removable.

Caring for Your New Smile

Dentures can last for many, many years with proper care and maintenance. It's important to practice good dental hygiene to avoid oral irritation and infection.

Remove your dentures every night and brush your palate, tongue and gums using a soft bristle brush. You should also clean your dentures each night to remove plaque and debris and then soak it in a cleansing solution prescribed by your dentist.

It will take sometime before you can adjust to your dentures and in the first few days, you may experience some discomfort. This is normal. However, if soreness and irritation persist, you need to let us know.

Let Cherry Creek Dental Spa bring back your smile. Please call our office to schedule an appointment.

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There are a handful of reasons why people lose some or all of their teeth. But regardless of the cause, one thing's for certain: it's never easy to lose one's teeth. Missing teeth can lead to all sorts of problems. To start with, it will make chewing and speaking difficult.

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Dental Crowns and Bridges | Cherry Creek Dental Spa

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Dental Crowns and Bridges | Cherry Creek Dental Spa

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Your smile is one of the first things people notice about you. Having a bright and confident smile makes you more confident and personable. But if you have missing or broken teeth, you may not be comfortable flashing a smile.

Here at Cherry Creek Dental Spa, we are fully committed to helping our patients maintain a beautiful smile. We can restore the appearance and function of teeth using crowns and bridges.

What are Crowns and Bridges?

Dental crowns are helpful in covering up damaged teeth and protecting teeth from breaking. If a tooth is cracked or discolored, a dental crown can be placed over it to hide any imperfections and at the same time, strengthen the damaged tooth so it can retain its function.

A dental bridge, on the other hand, is used to fill in gaps caused by missing teeth. It's critical that gaps are filled in so that neighboring teeth do not shift into the empty space, which may result in problems with your bite, TMJ disorder and gum disease. Dental crowns and bridges are usually made of porcelain or ceramic.

To find out if you're a suitable candidate for dental crowns and/or bridges, Dr. Goodpaster will perform a thorough assessment of your damaged teeth. She will then prepare the area that needs a crown (or a bridge) and create an impression of the missing teeth (and neighboring teeth). We will then send it to a laboratory where your crown/bridge will be made. You will be fitted with a temporary crown/bridge until your next appointment (when the permanent crown or bridge is ready).

We strive to make each procedure as comfortable as possible for our patients. When preparing the bridge or crown, we make sure that the area is completely numb so our patients feel comfortable throughout the entire appointment with no pain.

Bringing Back Your Confident Smile

Dental crowns and bridges are effective, long-lasting and safe solutions for people with broken, cracked, missing or discolored teeth. And with proper care, they can last for many, many years. Take the first step in restoring your healthy smile. Call our office to schedule an appointment today.

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Your smile is one of the first things people notice about you. Having a bright and confident smile makes you more confident and personable. But if you have missing or broken teeth, you may not be comfortable flashing a smile. Here at Cherry Creek Dental Spa, we are fully committed to helping our patients maintain a beautiful smile.

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Comprehensive Dental Exams | Dental Evaluation |Cherry Creek Dental Spa

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Comprehensive Dental Exams | Dental Evaluation |Cherry Creek Dental Spa

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Do you know why Regular visits to your dentist are vital to keeping your teeth, gums and mouth healthy? Because consistent doctor exams play an important role in the prevention and early detection of oral health problems. Recent studies have proven oral health can impact the overall health of your entire body. Even minor oral issues can turn into bigger problems, and may result in more invasive and expensive treatments later on. At Cherry Creek Dental Spa, we are committed to helping our patients maintain good oral health by offering comprehensive dental exams.

A comprehensive dental exam is an extensive exam that assesses the patient's intraoral, extraoral and soft tissues in conjunction with a full set of x-rays showing all of the teeth. The American Dental Association recommends that all patients undergo this exam on their first visit to the dentist and then every 3 years following the initial examination.

Some patients avoid dental visits for a variety of reasons including lack of time, fear of dental procedures and a lack of information. But dental exams are important because they can lower your risk of tooth decay, gum disease and even heart disease. Comprehensive exams also look for early signs of oral cancer.

What to Expect

When you arrive in our office for your appointment, Dr. Goodpaster will perform a thorough evaluation of your mouth, gums, teeth, head and neck. She will check if your teeth are showing signs of tooth decay, assess your risk of gum disease, and check for possible signs of oral cancer. The dentist will also perform a bite analysis exam, examine your jaw joints, conduct a saliva function test, and take x-rays of the structures in your mouth. Then she will discuss your oral health goals and habits with you, and share with you some techniques and tips to maintain a healthy smile.

Following your comprehensive dental exam, you will be given an individually tailored treatment plan, detailing the risks and benefits of your decision regarding your dental treatment, and will present you with options that will best fit your needs and priorities.

Final Thoughts

If you have not had a comprehensive dental exam in a long while, please schedule one as soon as possible. These comprehensive exams offer so much value and will benefit you for many years to come. Please don't hesitate to call our office as we specialize in looking after our patients' teeth so they can maintain a healthy and beautiful smile.

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Do you know why Regular visits to your dentist are vital to keeping your teeth, gums and mouth healthy? Because consistent doctor exams play an important role in the prevention and early detection of oral health problems. Recent studies have proven oral health can impact the overall health of your entire body.

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Teeth & Dental Cleanings Denver | Cherry Creek Dental Spa

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Teeth & Dental Cleanings Denver | Cherry Creek Dental Spa

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Cleanings | Cherry Creek Dental Spa | Melissa Goodpaster DDS

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Denver’s newest boutique dental office. Delivering quality dental care to all patients - working to change the way you experience going to the dentist!

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Botox & Dermal Fillers | Facial Esthetic Procedures |  Cherry Creek Dental Spa

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Botox & Dermal Fillers | Facial Esthetic Procedures |  Cherry Creek Dental Spa

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As an alternative to surgery, we offer Facial Esthetic procedures such as Botox to enhance any of your cosmetic dentistry treatments, virtually pain free. Botox is used to deliver rapid esthetic results by reducing wrinkles, forehead lines, "crow's feet," "smoker's lines," as well as for treating clenching and grinding, eliminating painful migraines and excessive gum display. Dermal fillers may also be used to treat moderate facial wrinkles and smile lines, to volumize lips and to repair receding gums that produce black triangles between the teeth.

Our doctor was trained under the American Academy of Facial Esthetics

Injections of Botox reduces muscle contractions by blocking nerve receptors. Botox is non-surgical and non-invasive and can be done comfortably in combination with other dental procedures. Botox can last three or five months. depending on the targeted muscles.

Dermal fillers are smooth injectable gels made from naturally occurring hyaluronic acid. They add volume to weakened facial features and can stimulate collagen growth. Dermal fillers can plump skin and gently lift it to restore collagen loss due to the normal aging process and can motivate the body to create its own natural collagen and restore your face to a more natural, youthful appearance. Dermal fillers are approved by the FDA and are minimally invasive and very safe.

Cosmetic and dermal fillers are just two cosmetic dentistry services Cherry Creek Dental Spa specializes in so give our office a call today to schedule an appointment to learn how you could improve not only your smile, but the appearance of your face.

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As an alternative to surgery, we offer Facial Esthetic procedures such as Botox to enhance any of your cosmetic dentistry treatments, virtually pain free. Botox is used to deliver rapid esthetic results by reducing wrinkles, forehead lines, "crow's feet," "smoker's lines," as well as for treating clenching and grinding, eliminating painful migraines and excessive gum display.

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Dental Emergency Care | Urgent Dental Care | Cherry Creek Dental Spa

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Dental Emergency Care | Urgent Dental Care | Cherry Creek Dental Spa

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Emergency Care | Cherry Creek Dental Spa | Melissa Goodpaster DDS

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Denver’s newest boutique dental office. Delivering quality dental care to all patients - working to change the way you experience going to the dentist!

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Dental Services | Dental Specialties Denver | Cherry Creek Dental Spa

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Dental Services | Dental Specialties Denver | Cherry Creek Dental Spa

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Cherry Creek Dental Spa is a leading dental practice in the Greater Colorado Area. We offer a wide range of services including Comprehensive Exams and Oral Cancer Screenings using various modern diagnostic tools like Digital X-rays and Intra Oral Cameras. We also offer Tooth Extractions, Dental Fillings and Teeth Whitening, particularly In-Office Teeth Whitening. Those with missing teeth may consider getting Implant Restorations or Dentures to enhance their smile. For cosmetic imperfections, we can recommend Porcelain Veneers or Lumineers. Crowns and Bridges are very effective in improving not only the appearance of your teeth, but also their function.

Those who want to straighten their teeth may also look into Orthodontics treatments like Invisalign.

If you have dental anxiety, we are happy to offer you Nitrous Oxide and Sedation Dentistry to help you relax and become more comfortable before and during treatment. We can also create custom Mouth Guards for those who constantly grind their teeth or engage in contact sports.

To know more about our services, please click any of the links on the right hand side of your screen.

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Cherry Creek Dental Spa is a leading dental practice in the Greater Colorado Area. We offer a wide range of services including Comprehensive Exams and Oral Cancer Screenings using various modern diagnostic tools like Digital X-rays and Intra Oral Cameras. We also offer Tooth Extractions , Dental Fillings and Teeth Whitening , particularly In-Office Teeth Whitening .

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Dental Care Specialists | Dentists in Denver | Cherry Creek Dental Spa

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Dental Care Specialists | Dentists in Denver | Cherry Creek Dental Spa

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Our staff is dedicated to welcoming patients to our office in the same way they would welcome them to their homes. We believe your first encounter with our office should be a comfortable one, from the time you first call, to the time we say good-bye. We are here to serve you and to acquaint ourselves with your needs, your problems and your fears.

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Cherry Creek Dental Spa | Melissa Goodpaster DDS | A tranquil experience, through caring hands.

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Our staff is dedicated to welcoming patients to our office in the same way they would welcome them to their homes. We believe your first encounter with our office should be a comfortable one, from the time you first call, to the time we say good-bye.