- Dental ExaminationPreventive dentistry involves establishing habits that will keep your teeth healthy help you avoid cavities, gum disease, enamel wear, and more. During your regular visit at Mountain Shadows Family Dentistry, your dental hygienist will point out any issues that you may be having with your oral hygiene. Your hygienist will perform a cleaning, dental exam, an oral cancer exam, and take any necessary X-rays. We will also evaluate the appearance of your teeth and recommend any aesthetic procedures that will enhance your smile, such as cosmetic or orthodontic procedures. Since we began serving patients in Colorado Springs, CO as well as the surrounding areas, our goal has been a whole-body health approach.
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- Oral Cancer ScreeningOral cancer is quickly becoming one of the most prevalent forms of cancer today, but it doesn’t receive much attention compared to breast and lung cancer, and that’s a major part of the problem. Because few people realize that oral cancer is a risk, they often don’t get diagnosed until it’s past the early stages, which makes it much more dangerous. We at Mountain Shadows Family Dentistry want to stop oral cancer in its tracks by diagnosing it early, and that’s where oral cancer screenings come in.
- Teeth CleaningAt Mountain Shadows Family Dentistry, we strongly believe our patients are entitled to the most comfortable, safe, and effective treatments available today. Whether you’re visiting us for a dental cleaning, examination, or one of our many other dental services, we will use the latest in dental technology to help ensure your ultimate satisfaction. Dr. Holsteen is dedicated to upholding the highest of standards in patient care and satisfaction.
- Fluoride TreatmentWe know that cavity prevention is a continuous quest. Fortunately, there are many tools we use here at Mountain Shadows Family Dentistry to help fight tooth decay. The obvious ones include brushing, flossing, and regular checkups. Another great way to fight cavities is the application of topical fluoride treatments.
- Dental SealantsDental sealants are an effective preventative measure against cavities and tooth decay that we offer here at Mountain Shadows Family Dentistry in Colorado Springs. They coat the small indentations in your teeth, forming a protective layer against plaque and decay. Sealants have been shown to reduce cavities by up to 80 percent and can last up to 10 years.
- FillingsFillings are made of different types of materials. There are gold fillings, silver fillings (AKA) amalgam, composite resin fillings and porcelain fillings. Dr. Holsteen will recommend the best type of material for your filling.
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- VeneersVeneers are a dependable, affordable solution to imperfect smiles. They are thin, tooth-colored porcelain shells that cover your natural teeth. Long-lasting and natural-looking, they can protect your teeth from further damage and give you the beautiful smile you desire.
- CrownsOne of the most common procedures here at Mountain Shadows Family Dentistry is placing a crown. Dr. Holsteen will place crowns to help out with many different dental health problems. Some of those include...
- BridgesTooth loss can happen for a variety of reasons, from decay to disease to injury. No matter the cause of tooth loss, it’s important to fill in the gap to restore normal chewing function. One option is a dental bridge. The bridge replaces missing teeth with pontics (fake teeth) and is supported by attaching to the natural teeth or implants on either side of the gap. Bridges can be made from a variety of materials that differ in cost, appearance, and durability.
- Dental BondingEnamel shaping is a process by which Dr. Holsteen uses a sanding disc to carefully remove small amounts of tooth enamel, then polishes the area. This process only requires a single visit and is sometimes necessary alongside dental bonding procedures. Enamel shaping can be done to hide imperfections or to change a tooth’s appearance or shape.
- Restorative DentistryDr. Holsteen has been offering prosthodontics and restorative dentistry in Colorado Springs, CO. Prosthodontics and restorative dentistry focus on the aesthetic and functional restoration of damaged or missing teeth and are a significant part of the restorative dental services offered here at Mountain Shadows Family Dentistry. Additional training and years of experience are needed to effectively treat patients with complex cases, which is why so many of our patients trust Mountain Shadows Family Dentistry.
- PulpotomyThe goal of vital pulp therapy (also called pulpotomy) is to save healthy dental pulp in the root of a tooth that has decay in the crown. In this procedure, Dr. Holsteen removes diseased pulp from the crown of the tooth and fills the crown with medicated material to preserve the healthy pulp tissue in the roots. Vital pulp therapy is only recommended when there is no swelling or abscess around the tooth and it is not loose. It may also be recommended for an injured baby tooth to save it from early extraction.
- Root Canal TreatmentDr. Holsteen is considered one of the most proficient endodontists in Colorado Springs, CO. Receiving endodontic treatment at Mountain Shadows Family Dentistry is a simple and straightforward procedure that will relieve dental pain and save your teeth. During root canal treatment, Dr. Holsteen will carefully remove the pulp inside of a tooth, clean, disinfect, and shape the root canal, and then place a filling to seal the space. It’s a simple procedure that will relieve tooth pain caused by infection. Here at Mountain Shadows Family Dentistry, we look forward to serving endodontic patients from Colorado Springs, CO, as well as the surrounding area.
- Deep CleaningHave you been diagnosed with gum disease? Concerned? Don’t be. We can help. With thoughtful treatment and careful maintenance, we can correct the problem and protect your healthy smile. Depending on your individual condition and needs, Dr. Holsteen may recommend a treatment that’s known by several different names. It’s sometimes called “root planing and scaling”, or a “periodontal cleaning”, or “deep cleaning”.
- DenturesDentures are a great replacement for missing teeth. They can be removed and put back in at any time. Here at Mountain Shadows Family Dentistry we offer affordable dentures while using the very best material on the market. The reason that Dr. Holsteen may recommend dentures is that in some situations a patient may not have enough healthy teeth left for other procedures. With a case like this, the remaining teeth are removed and a full set of dentures is provided. There are two types of full dentures...
- Dental ImplantsIt doesn’t happen very often, but just like real teeth, dental implants can become damaged even when we’re taking great care of them. It could be the result of the implant not bonding sufficiently to the jaw bone, or the jaw bone itself could be the problem. If your implant becomes cracked, chipped, or feels loose, it’s time to come visit Dr. Holsteen for repairs. If you live in Colorado Springs, CO or the surrounding area, we would like to serve you and welcome you to our family.
- Oral SurgeryIf you lack confidence in your smile because of either excessive or uneven gum tissue, gum contouring is a great option for giving you healthier, more attractive gums. Gum contouring is a minimally invasive oral surgery procedure that gently trims and reshapes excess gum tissue, focusing only on areas where the gums extend too far over the teeth.
- Tooth ExtractionsExpressions such as “like getting teeth pulled” show what society at large believes about the dental extraction process, but that unpleasant mental image is a very outdated one. A modern dental practice such as Mountain Shadows Family Dentistry has all the right tools to ensure that your extraction will be as comfortable as possible. I
- OrthodonticsDr. Holsteen ’s first priority is to provide the highest quality orthodontic care in Colorado Springs, CO as well as the surrounding areas. Using proven state-of-the-art technology, Mountain Shadows Family Dentistry is able to complete orthodontic treatment in the most comfortable and efficient way possible. Utilizing the most advanced procedures and equipment, we are able to ensure that each patient receives a healthy and happy smile that will last a lifetime.
- Invisalign OrthodonticsInvisalign is an orthodontic solution for patients with dental crowding or other alignment problems who prefer a different approach to the traditional brackets and wires.
- BracesOne of the best advantages of Invisalign over traditional wire braces is that there is no banned foods list! As long as you are brushing and flossing before putting your aligners back in, you can enjoy all your favorite foods without compromising your orthodontic treatment!
- Teeth WhiteningWhitening paste is placed inside the tooth to break down stains from previous decay and give the tooth a whiter color.
- Cosmetic DentistryProsthodontics may involve the reconstruction of a patient’s front teeth and therefore will have a significant impact on the patient’s appearance. This is why some prosthodontics have aspects of aesthetic or cosmetic dentistry. Dr. Holsteen ’s philosophy is to help a patient look better but always within the context of creating and preserving their oral health.
- General DentistryDr. Hoslteen and his associates are pleased to care for the dental health of Colorado Springs residents with superior and caring general dentistry services.