Recently, a patient told me that she is moving to Denver and will need to find a new dentist in Lakewood. At Longmont Complete Dentistry, we hate to see any patient leave our practice, but we understand that she wants to find a trustworthy dental office closer to home. For this particular patient, I was able to recommend a specific practice: Lakewood Complete Dentistry. But her situation got me thinking about what I would look for in a new dentist if I were in her shoes. Are you in a similar scenario? I’ve come up with six questions you can ask when determining which dentist to choose as you move!

Nearly half of American adults have some form of gum disease, but because the early symptoms tend to be painless and may not even be noticeable in some cases, many people either ignore it or are completely unaware of it. But if you make this mistake, you could eventually find yourself with fewer teeth – and surprisingly enough, an unhealthy heart. For Gum Disease Awareness Month, read on to learn more about the warning signs of this potentially dangerous oral health issue as well as the importance of gum disease treatment.