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Year-End Insurance Reminder
posted: Oct. 03, 2023.

the doctor, as well as our team at Jeffery M. Hurst, DDS, would like to give those patients with flex spend, health savings, or insurance benefits a friendly end of Read more
Aging and Dental Health
posted: Sep. 26, 2023.

What’s life like for the average 60-year-old today? It’s complicated! We travel. Or we work out. Or we relax with friends. We pursue favorite hobbies or we develop new ones. Read more
Getting to the Bottom of Chewing Gum Myths
posted: Sep. 19, 2023.

It's a moment many of our patients have experienced. One second you're chewing on a piece of gum, then suddenly you forget to keep chewing and swallow the entire rubbery Read more
Socket Preservation
posted: Sep. 12, 2023.

Dental implants are a marvel! They look just like your natural teeth, and, even better, they function just like your natural teeth. So, when you’re planning on a dental implant Read more
Summer Smiles
posted: Sep. 05, 2023.

The “Back to School” ads are out already? Halloween candy’s showing up in stores? Just a minute—summer isn’t quite over yet! While the days are still warm, let’s look at Read more
Labor Day: Our favorite holiday to rest!
posted: Aug. 29, 2023.

Labor Day, celebrated on the first Monday each September here in the United States, is a holiday devoted to the American working community. The purpose of the holiday is honoring Read more
How do I clean my baby’s teeth?
posted: Aug. 22, 2023.

Creating good dental hygiene habits early in your child’s life is essential to the health of his or her teeth, even when your infant doesn’t have any. By starting now, Read more
What is a water pick and do I need one?
posted: Aug. 15, 2023.

Water picks, sometimes called “oral irrigators,” make an excellent addition to your regular home care regimen of brushing and flossing. Especially helpful to those who suffer from periodontal disease and Read more
Oral Health Concerns Specific to Pregnant Women
posted: Aug. 08, 2023.

A lot of changes occur in a woman's body during pregnancy. Hormone fluctuations are responsible for many of those changes, including the need for additional attention to the teeth and Read more
The Dog Days of Summer
posted: Aug. 01, 2023.

Here we are in the middle of the hottest time of the year. Yes, it’s the dog days of summer. But, wait—just what are “the dog days of summer,” anyway? The Read more
Forget Something? It’s on the Tip of Your Tongue!
posted: Jul. 25, 2023.

Let’s see… Toothbrush? Check. Fluoride toothpaste? Check. Floss? Check. Two minutes of thorough brushing? Check. Careful cleaning around your brackets and wires? Check. Wait… there’s something else… it’s right on the tip of your… Ah! Your tongue! Read more
Preventing Toddler Tooth Decay
posted: Jul. 18, 2023.

You do everything you can to protect your toddler with safeguards large and small. Installing that complicated car seat. Figuring out which sunscreen is best for delicate skin. Spending weeks Read more
How do OTC whitening treatments compare to in-office whitening?
posted: Jul. 11, 2023.

If you are unhappy with the color of your teeth, teeth whitening may be an excellent choice for you. Many patients of the doctor suffer from darkened teeth due to Read more
Fun Facts for the Fourth
posted: Jul. 04, 2023.

The Fourth of July is a great time to get together with friends and family members for BBQ, games, fireworks, and other celebrations in honor of our country’s independence. While Read more
Three Must-Have Dental Treatments
posted: Jun. 27, 2023.

In dentistry, there are a wide variety of treatments, everything from elective procedures to those that are necessary and potentially lifesaving. So given the slew of treatment options, how do Read more
Amalgam Fillings vs. White Fillings
posted: Jun. 20, 2023.

Many varieties of fillings are available at our Lakewood, Colorado office. Most people are familiar with traditional amalgam fillings: those big silver spots on top of teeth. Made from a mixture Read more