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Sedation Dentistry is an option for people to receive necessary dental care in the most comfortable, relaxed manner using very safe and effective medications.

Any inability to breathe through the nose will cause developmental changes to the face and jaws. The body will compensate, potentially causing negative effects on facial and jaw development. It is important to eliminate mouth breathing completely and retrain nasal breathing in your child. Here are the steps to follow for healthy, nasal breathing.

Welcome to Boulder Valley Dental Center, we are honored to treat you! We want you to come to your dentist appointment feeling confident and safe. Our highly trained dental care team is here to work for you. With 20 years of trusted cosmetic, sedation and and general dentistry experience, Dr. Tracey Hughes can help you restore, revitalize and refresh your smile.

This treatment might be the best way to get the care you need. But before you make an appointment, chances are you have a few questions.

Physiologic based dentistry establishes upper and lower jaws in a balanced position, with muscles of the head and neck relaxed and temporomandibular joints (TMJs) decompressed. Does that sound comfortable and healthy?

Dr. Hughes offers her patients a complimentary cosmetic consultation. We want our patients to feel relaxed, and confident that they are making the right decisions for their oral health. We encourage open communication and will help educate our patients on every step of their smile makeover procedures. We treat patients one at a time, no rushing, no pressure.

Boulder Valley Dental Center treats more than “nose to chin” within our warm, welcoming, home-like office. We get to know and treat the whole you. Remember: Your teeth and gums do not live in isolation. Oral problems can damage your entire “system.” You are “more than your teeth and gums,” one of the ways we get to know you better is through diagnostics.

Porcelain veneers are restorations available in cosmetic dentistry that are nothing short of amazing! These thin shells of ceramic are used to cover natural teeth and disguise imperfections that may be impacting the overall appearance of the smile. Many patients who visit with Dr. Tracey R. Hughes of Louisville, CO may want to find out if they are a good candidate for porcelain veneers.

Missing teeth have an impact on many facets of your overall health and well being. In addition to causing the development of more complex dental health concerns, lost teeth can limit your diet, affect speech and also lower your self esteem. The many advances in materials and technology have revolutionized tooth replacement in recent years and patients can now enjoy a new smile that is secure, comfortable and long lasting.

Gums that are red, irritated or that bleed during routine oral hygiene are often the early warning sign of periodontal disease. Gum disease affects more than 75% of adults today to some degree, most of whom are unaware that it is affecting their oral health until larger problems develop such as loose or shifting teeth.

Metal fillings for the treatment of tooth decay were once a standard in dentistry. While they are still used today, dentists like Boulder, CO dentist Dr. Hughes offers cosmetic metal free dental fillings for their safety and aesthetic results.

At Boulder Valley Dental Center, cosmetic dentistry is so much more than a beautiful smile. Cosmetic dentistry performed by Dr. Tracey Hughes is an experience that offers patients improved oral health with careful attention to aesthetic planning. Our Louisville dentist office offers complimentary cosmetic consultations.

Non-Surgical jaw development orthodontics in adolescents using AGGA + CAB is an alternative to extraction/retraction orthodontics. Jaw development with fixed AGGA+ CAB develops the upper jaw and mid-face forward and allows the lower jaw to grow to its forward genetic potential, expansion of the dental arches, decompression of the TMJs eliminating headaches & pain, increase in airway volume and stabilization of cervical neck posture which eliminates forward head posture.

Let’s dive into this a little further. In this post, we will explore the effects of mouth breathing in children and how it relates to the airway.

There are many reasons why teeth become stained, darkened or yellow over time. These can include genetics, medical conditions, medications and lifestyle habits. Discolored teeth can detract from the natural beauty of your smile, make you look older and often cause you to feel self conscious about your appearance. A bright, white smile has even been shown to impact professional interaction and employment opportunities.

Do you suffer from dental phobia or anxiety about going to the dentist? If so, you are not alone. It is estimated that three out of four adults in the United States have some degree of dental fear. At Boulder Valley Dental Center in Louisville, CO, we understand dental anxieties and provide non-judgmental, compassionate care, along with options such as sedation dentistry to keep you comfortable and calm while you get the dental care you need. Sedation dentistry is also a great option for patients who will be undergoing longer dental procedures or multiple treatments in one visit.

Louisville CO dentist Dr. Tracey Hughes works with patients on an individual basis to determine the most effective treatment option for straightening crooked teeth. There are a range of dental treatments that can be used to realign the bite or address teeth that are crooked for a healthier, aesthetically pleasing smile. Dr. Hughes will evaluate your oral health and discuss your personal concerns and goals before recommending appropriate treatment options for your consideration. The goal of treatment is to provide long term dental health through effective, conservative dentistry tailored to your unique needs. Treatment options that Dr. Hughes offer are invisible braces and porcelain veneers.

If you have a weak or decaying tooth you’ve probably heard about dental crowns. While dentists have prescribed crowns as a common fix for a while, they’re becoming outdated. More advanced dentists have begun to offer porcelain restorations as an alternative to dental crowns.

Compared to our ancestors, our kids’ jaws today are developing much narrower and smaller.

If you often wake up after a full nights rest and still feel tired, you may have sleep apnea. Sleep apnea is a progressive disorder that can cause a full range of other health concerns. If you or your partner snore loudly, you may consider letting dentist, Dr. Tracey Hughes know. Our Louisville, CO dentist office can help you manage your OSA to avoid the development of further damage to your oral and physical health.

Dentists routinely examine the overall composition of the mouth, which includes the airway. Dentists analyze the position of the teeth, gums, and jaws as it relates to the airway. Factors such as the height of your dental arches, the position of the tongue, and the height of the hard palate can indicate a comprised or obstruction of the airway.

A note from Louisville, CO dentist Dr. Tracey Hughes: This is Part 3 of Camryn’s story. We previously posted Part 2 and Part 1, so be sure to check them out to learn more about Camryn’s journey. In the final part of this series, we will explore how non-surgical orthopedic forward face growth of the jaws cures eight years of headaches.

A note from Louisville dentist Dr. Tracey Hughes: This is Part 2 of Camryn’s Story. Last month I posted Part 1, which is at the end of this blog. If you missed it, just scroll down toward the bottom and you’ll find it.

A note from Louisville dentist Dr. Tracey Hughes: Thank you for reading my blog. Something you should know— this is a professional, yet VERY personal journey of how I became so passionate about Physiologic Dentistry, treatment of TMD, headaches and sleep apnea using Orthopedic Guided Jaw Development: AGGA (Anterior Guided Growth Appliance) and ControlledArch Protractive Orthodontics.

Did you know that your smile is one of the first things other people notice about you?

Louisville dentist Dr. Tracey Hughes understands the importance of proper oral hygiene. Proper oral hygiene helps keep the teeth and gums healthy, as well as reduce your risk of developing complex dental concerns. Dr. Hughes works closely with each patient to asses their oral health and creates a treatment plan based on their needs.

Some go as far as to say that the mouth is the gateway to the body! Recent studies have suggested that there is a link between poor oral health and systemic health concerns like heart disease, diabetes, arthritis, and stroke.

A smile is one of the first things people notice about you. It helps you come across as confident, younger, more approachable, and even more successful. Both men and women are rated better looking when they smile. And what’s more, smiling is even shown to improve your mood. With all of these benefits, your smile is really important. You’ll want yours to look as good as possible. To help, in this blog we’ll share 6 tips for a more attractive smile.

Daily flossing is a key part of achieving healthy teeth and gums. Flossing helps remove plaque build-up, which reduces bacteria and minimizes the risk of accumulating tartar. Brushing only address the front, back, and bottom of your teeth, which leaves two surfaces of your teeth untouched. Flossing essentially removes plaque and debris from the surfaces of the teeth that brushing alone can not reach.

Sedation dentistry is used to help patients that suffer from anxiety or nerves when they walk into a dental office. Our dental office offers many options to help keep patients relaxed during a dental procedure. One of the most common options used is Nitrous Oxide. Our dentist works with each patient to discuss the details of the recommended procedure, and this allows patients to choose which sedation method will work best. Our patients’ health and safety is our top priority, and we want our patients to know they are in good hands and will receive the very best care.

Choosing the best cosmetic treatment for your teeth is an important decision. Both dental veneers and dental bonding can give patients that beautiful white smile. Knowing the differences can help patients make their decision and choose the best option. Our dental team provides a comprehensive cosmetic consultation to determine what cosmetic treatment options would work best. We discuss all options available to our patients, and work with each patient to help them decide which treatment fits their needs.