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Fort Collins Teeth Whitening, Dental Implants, Veneers

From routine cleanings and fillings to bruxism devices, Cosmetic Dentistry of The Rockies is equipped to handle all your dental needs. To help you understand your options, we've included descriptions of some of our leading services on this page. Dr. Koehler has emphasized esthetic (cosmetic) dentistry in his practice since 1991 and has received extensive post-graduate training in cosmetic techniques and procedures. Consequently, many of the procedures we do are cosmetic in nature, but we are very prevention oriented, and are very committed to preventing, not just treating, the dental concerns of our patients.

Initial Oral Examination
Your initial oral examination includes a visual examination, charting, periodontal probing, diagnosis and treatment recommendations. We will also take x-rays, which includes the panoramic x-ray for proper diagnosis of the anterior (front) and posterior (back) teeth as well as the bite-wing x-ray series for proper diagnosis of proximal decay of posterior teeth.

Implants
Implants are synthetic structures that are placed in the area of the tooth normally occupied by the root. Implants are anchored to the jawbone or metal framework on the bone and act as a foundation for an artificial tooth or permanent bridge. In some cases, implants can be used to attach dentures. Read More...

Veneers
Veneers are thin pieces of porcelain or plastic cemented over the front of your teeth to change their color or shape. Veneers are used on teeth with uneven surfaces or are chipped, discolored, oddly shaped, unevenly spaced or crooked. Read More...

Crowns and Bridges
Crowns are synthetic caps, usually made of a material like porcelain, placed on the top of a tooth. Crowns are typically used to restore a tooth's function and appearance following a restorative procedure such as a root canal. When decay in a tooth has become so advanced that large portions of the tooth must be removed, crowns are often used to restore the tooth. Read More...

Teeth Whitening
Whitening procedures have effectively restored the smile of people with stained, dull, or discolored teeth.The darker tissue of your teeth, the dentin, can become exposed as the outer layer of enamel is worn away by the effects of aging or things like caffeine and tobacco. Read More...

Invisalign®
Invisalign's® invisible, removable, and comfortable aligners will give you the beautiful straight teeth you've always wanted. And best of all, no one can tell you're wearing them. Invisalign is great for adults and teenagers. Read More...

Root Canal Therapy
Root canals are tiny passageways that branch off from beneath the top of the tooth, coursing their way vertically downward, until they reach the tip of the root. Read More...

Toothaches
Simple toothaches can often be relieved by rinsing the mouth to clear it of debris and other matter. Sometimes, a toothache can be caused or aggravated by a piece of debris lodged between the tooth and another tooth. Avoid placing an aspirin between your tooth and gum to relieve pain, because the dissolving aspirin can actually harm your gum tissue. Read More...

Dental Emergencies
Our goal is to help you to minimize the risk of emergency treatment. This is why we commit a generous amont of time designing a Lifetime Treatment Plan that will help you to offset the possibility of unforseen pain or tooth breakage. Read More...

We are fortunate to live in an age when technology can help make dental care faster, better, and more painless than ever. In our office we utilize a number of high tech tools to help us take better care of your dental needs. Among these are intraoral video camera imaging, digital X-rays ( 90% less radiation than traditional X-rays!), laser cavity detection, and computerized patient education systems on just about any aspect of dental care you’re interested in. This allows us to let you be more involved in your diagnosis and treatment, to prevent many potential problems, and to treat any others in their early stages to minimize cost, discomfort and loss of tooth structure for our patients. We are constantly on the lookout for new cutting edge technologies to help us make your dental experience a positive one. If something better comes along from a technology standpoint, you can bet we’ll have it!

Ever wonder what the dentist sees when he or she looks in your mouth? Ever wonder if you’re getting the “straight scoop” on what he or she is telling you? Well, now you can see for yourself! With a small, handheld camera about the size of a ballpoint pen, we can let you see any structure in your mouth that we see. With the aid of fiber optic lighting, you’ll be able to see any concerns we have projected onto a monitor at 20x magnification. We can then answer any questions you might have and together agree on any treatment that might be indicated.

The intraoral camera also is a terrific diagnostic tool that allows us to see problems that might otherwise go undiscovered. Quite often a dental problem that’s difficult to pin down becomes obvious under the camera. If we can’t find it, we can’t fix it! Intraoral video imaging allows us to do that.

X-rays are an invaluable tool to assist us in seeing oral structures that are hidden to the naked eye – bone levels, root configurations, decay under fillings and between teeth, as well as pathologies of the teeth and jaws can all be seen on X-rays. Many patients, however, are concerned about the radiation inherent with X-rays. There is good news! Digital X-rays, where the image is captured on a computer sensor (as opposed to a conventional X-ray film) require 90% less radiation than conventional X-rays, so the patient’s exposure is much lower.

And that’s not all. The X-ray image appears on a computer monitor, so that the patient can view them, we can enlarge and enhance them to illustrate certain features, and they appear instantly! No more waiting for them to be developed, and then trying to read a 1″ by 2″ film. The benefit to you, the patient, is a faster and more accurate dental diagnosis.

Meet the Diagnodent, the state of the art in cavity detection! The Diagnodent is a small laser instrument that scans your teeth with a harmless laser light searching for hidden decay. Locating hidden decay before it destroys tooth structure (from the inside out) is a big problem in modern dentistry. The widespread use of fluoride supplements has made tooth surfaces harder and more resistant to decay, which is a good thing. However, diagnosing cavities is more challenging because the disease process can start through microscopic defects in the hard surface enamel and can readily spread into the softer tooth structure beneath the surface. Meanwhile, the external surface of the tooth still appears healthy. X-rays and probing with an instrument are simply unreliable in detecting subsurface decay, particularly when the cavity is in the early stages. Fortunately, the new Diagnodent is a major breakthrough that allows us to find cavities when they are small, saving time, money, discomfort and tooth structure for our patients.

This unique instrument provides instant feedback on the health of the tooth. A pen-like probe simply glides over the tooth surfaces, constantly checking the status of the tooth . A number scale and audible alarm signals the dentist when there are signs of hidden decay. This new technology is completely safe and painless.

Caesy is a computerized collection of concise, detailed audio-visual programs on virtually any subject in dentistry you might be interested in. Whether you want to know about bleaching, implants, veneers and cosmetic dentistry, gum disease, prevention, treatment for snoring and sleep apnea, crown and bridge, TMJ, or just any other subject, chances are Caesy has a program that addresses it. The programs run 2 to 6 minutes long, and are very informative without being too detailed.

There are even programs for the kids dealing with subjects such as their first visit to the dentist, prevention of dental disease, nutrition (healthy snacks, etc.), and other topics. Children love it, and it gets them involved in their dental care in a fun way at an early age. Ask us about the Caesy system!

If you’ve always wanted straight, beautiful teeth, or if you’ve had orthodontic treatment that’s relapsed (didn’t wear your retainer, huh?), but you didn’t want to go through the “metal mouth” look, you might be interested in Invisalign. It’s the invisible way to straighten teeth using a series of custom-made, nearly undetectable aligners. It’s been proven effective in both clinical research and in practices nationwide. So whether your teeth are crowded, too far apart, or have shifted since wearing braces,

You’ll have a new reason to smile. For more information on Invisalign, see our Frequently asked Questions section on this website.

Perfect smiles painlessly and permanently; now you can get the look you’ve always wanted with new LUMINEERS® made by CERINATE® Porcelain. LUMINEERS® BY CERINATE® has developed the contact lens-thin porcelain technology that provides beauty and strength, while preserving your natural tooth structure. That means you can correct a wide variety of unsightly dental distortions or conditions, such as: Tooth discoloration, noticeable gaps, permanent stains, broken or misshapen teeth. LUMINEERS® can even bond to existing crowns and bridgework without having to replace them. Best of all, LUMINEERS® BY CERINATE® are applied with a procedure that’s just as revolutionary as their look. No drilling, shots or pain, No removal of sensitive tooth structure and Safe for sensitive patients. In other words, getting a new smile now is… well, something to smile about. For more information on LUMINEERS® BY CERINATE®, see our frequently asked Question section on this website.

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