Small cavities, chipped tooth enamel, and minor cases of dental attrition can often be treated with a simple dental filling. This mode of treatment will essentially replace the compromised area of tooth enamel restoring the tooths health. Once the dental filling has been married to the surrounding tooth enamel it will effectively restore the normal function and comfort of the... read more »

Oddly enough, when someone is sick with a cold or a flu bug and are tempted to skip their daily oral care routine, you might want to think twice. You can actually feel better when you have a clean mouth. Particularly when you have a bug that keeps you down for a week or two to fully recover, it's vital... read more »

In order to show your oral health care is operating as intended, you should always look for common indications that something is amiss with your smile. A common ailment that typically arises if bacteria is present in your mouth is halitosis, also known as bad breath. However, bad breath can also be caused by numerous other underlying conditions both in... read more »

Dr. Thomas Ouellette and our team recommend that you visit us for a dental cleaning in Denver, Colorado, at least twice a year. Even if you brush and floss perfectly, professional cleanings are needed so that tartar buildup can be removed and so that our dentist can detect any dental issues early on. We have found that our patients feel... read more »

Do you cringe when you hear the grating and popping sound your child makes when they grind their teeth? If so, you’re not alone. That’s not the most pleasant sound, and many parents experience this because about 30 percent of children tend to grind their teeth at a young age. To help you ease your mind when it comes to... read more »

Are you seeking to improve your oral health naturally and effectively with little to no change in your cleaning routines? Are you aware that one of the biggest managers of your oral health is determined by the foods and drinks you consume? Many food choices in our world have ingredients capable of chewing through our tooth enamel and increasing your... read more »

The amazing benefits of dental flossing is an often-overlooked portion of dentistry that often goes unappreciated. Dental floss is designed to clean your mouth and reach the hidden areas in the inner recesses between your teeth to achieve the perfect clean. If your teeth and gums remain bacteria-free, they can continue to shine and work effectively for the rest of... read more »

Have you visited your dentist and had a cavity filled? If so, you probably understand that having a cavity filled isn’t scary or painful. However, would you be surprised to learn that many patients who have had cavities filled and who have also had root canal therapy claim that neither treatment is much more uncomfortable than the other? Unfortunately, root... read more »

Are your teeth the cause of your bad breath? Bad breath, also known as halitosis, is the result of a nasty or foul odor deriving from your mouth. It is usually caused by poor oral hygiene but it may also be a symptom of a far more serious ailment within your mouth or body. Everything from the foods you eat... read more »

Dental cavities are inconvenient and troublesome, especially because they can result in root canal therapy or tooth extraction if they’re not treated in a timely manner. This is why Dr. Thomas Ouellette and our dental team strongly encourage you to visit Thomas E. Ouellette, DDS, PC as soon as you detect a cavity in your smile. Fortunately, your dentist can... read more »