tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8886551025376505242Sat, 13 Mar 2010 06:26:07 +0000http://www.scottgreenhalghdds.com/blog.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Blogger MK)Blogger50125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8886551025376505242.post-8203322035379715944Sat, 13 Mar 2010 06:04:00 +00002010-03-12T23:26:07.693-07:00sedationdental fearcosmetic dentist reviewssedation dentistbest Denver dentistdental anxietyoral sedationStatics say that 50% of the population doesn't visit the dentist regularly. That would be like if NO women ever went to the dentist. That's a lot of people. I have found that one of the most profound reasons people don't see the dentist is because they are simply afraid.It often starts with some crummy childhood dental visit. Something to the effect of he didn't believe me when I said that it http://www.scottgreenhalghdds.com/2010/03/if-you-are-afraid-of-dentist-what-helps.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Dr. Scott)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8886551025376505242.post-2647179549957823869Wed, 10 Mar 2010 22:07:00 +00002010-03-10T15:36:03.273-07:00Cosmetic DentistryStem cellsScott Greenhalgh DDSStemSaveChannel 7 NewsBioEdenI am looking forward to attending the seminar tonight entitled; Stem Cells: Emerging medical and dental therapies and the dental profession. I have been interested in the potential of stem cells for years now. In fact a number of years ago Christine Chang of Channel 7 News did a segment featuring our dental office (here's the dental stem cell video).I am currently working with two different http://www.scottgreenhalghdds.com/2010/03/stem-cells-and-cosmetic-dentistry.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Dr. Scott)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8886551025376505242.post-8643819833715021246Mon, 08 Mar 2010 21:11:00 +00002010-03-08T14:15:55.474-07:00Millions of people suffer from frequent, recurring headaches and are unable to find out the real cause. What many don’t realize is that the origin of the problem may be in their teeth. Not many people think of dental issues as the cause of headaches, but actually bruxism (grinding/clenching teeth) and TMD cause far more recurring headaches than most people know.Bruxism (Grinding/Clenching)Bruxismhttp://www.scottgreenhalghdds.com/2010/03/headaches-caused-by-dental-issues.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Megan P)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8886551025376505242.post-6040339061550446371Mon, 08 Mar 2010 17:06:00 +00002010-03-08T10:59:52.896-07:00all on fourDenver cosmetic dentistgum diseasedenturebest Denver dentistdental implantscosmetic dentist Denverperiodontal diseaseI don't speak a lot about dentures. The reality is that there are a lot of them out there, and that many do not fit well. Many don't look very good either, since I see a lot of patients want to finally have the perfect white straight teeth that they never had naturally. Except...now it just looks UN-natural.As a cosmetic Dentist in Denver, I have found that there is even an art to making dentureshttp://www.scottgreenhalghdds.com/2010/03/dentures-bleeding-and-muscle-weakness.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Dr. Scott)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8886551025376505242.post-3715794301226531274Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:39:00 +00002010-03-04T09:39:00.755-07:00Dr. Scott Greenhalgh DDSDr. Scott GreenhalghTMJbest Denver dentistDenver cosmetic dentistryDenver dentistI see new patients almost everyday. I see people that are new to Denver, haven't been to the dentist for years, or have had a major disappointment with their old Denver dentist. I would say that 80% of these people hope to have one of those "check-up" examinations that last about 5 minutes like when you have your teeth cleaned. What they seem to want is to run in and run out, and largely get the http://www.scottgreenhalghdds.com/2010/03/why-you-need-great-dental-examination.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Dr. Scott)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8886551025376505242.post-2879862537681221630Mon, 01 Mar 2010 21:05:00 +00002010-03-01T14:51:00.777-07:00dental implant videodental implantsDenver dentistRecently I was finishing up some crown work for my mom. She's a great patient; she worries about if she is sitting still enough, and making my work easy enough for me. She's happy that my dental office has a fish tank-somehow every dentist should. Last week, I finished a new crown for her. As I sat her up and we were chatting at the end of her appointment, it dawned on me...A little background http://www.scottgreenhalghdds.com/2010/03/how-to-make-your-mom-have-dentures.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Dr. Scott)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8886551025376505242.post-4957659379336149987Fri, 12 Feb 2010 05:06:00 +00002010-02-11T22:36:51.416-07:00dental implant videoCosmetic DentistryDr. Scott Greenhalgh DDSall on fourdental implantsDenver dentistWhat's new right now? EVERYTHING! There really is a lot happening in modern dentistry right now. Dental implant technology is exploding and becoming more and more commonplace. Many people have either had dental implants or know someone who has. We will keep seeing advancements that make it easier and easier to have dental implants (see our short dental implant video). Once of the best innovationshttp://www.scottgreenhalghdds.com/2010/02/whats-new-dental-implants.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Dr. Scott)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8886551025376505242.post-1030819368765763500Wed, 10 Feb 2010 20:29:00 +00002010-02-10T13:32:02.163-07:00Halitosis can adversely impact your social or professional life, which is probably why there are hundreds of products sold today to address this problem. Halitosis is usually caused by bacteria in your mouth breaking down proteins and releasing nasty-smelling chemicals. There are also other rare causes of bad breath, including sinus infections and gastric acid reflux.Preventing Bad BreathThe mosthttp://www.scottgreenhalghdds.com/2010/02/bad-breath-halitosis.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Tiffany)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8886551025376505242.post-2223466500985447238Fri, 05 Feb 2010 23:50:00 +00002010-02-11T22:41:08.947-07:00Cosmetic Dentistrybefore and after gallerycosmetic dentist DenverMark CafieroYou just never know where the roads you are on life are going to take you. As I look back over 22 years in dentistry in denver I am always amazed at the cool people I get to meet.My wife told me today, someone came up to her after her exercise class and said "Hey, I saw your picture at Wal-Mart". OK- how exactly do you respond to that? What this lady really meant was that she saw my wife's http://www.scottgreenhalghdds.com/2010/02/whats-around-next-bend.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Dr. Scott)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8886551025376505242.post-6599915052873558240Mon, 01 Feb 2010 20:56:00 +00002010-02-05T12:13:28.155-07:00qualityToyotaDenver cosmetic dentistryporcelain veneersIn reading the newspaper today, I came across an article that described the demise of multiple Japanese industries. The one that caught my eye the most was about Toyota. Somehow this icon of quality and cost controls, innovation and domination just slipped off of the map. Here's my take on what went wrong: 1) Resting on your laurels. Just because you did it right and well last time doesn't mean http://www.scottgreenhalghdds.com/2010/02/when-quality-is-not-important.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Dr. Scott)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8886551025376505242.post-5177547256640576698Wed, 27 Jan 2010 23:03:00 +00002010-01-27T16:22:38.530-07:00Denver cosmetic dentistrycosmetic dentist DenverDenver dentistThe word Doctor derives largely from the concept of "one who teaches." I find myself constantly trying to teach my patients about all-things-dental. In fact, I may have to quit my day job as a Denver Cosmetic dentist, and become a full-time blogger or internet writer. I am currently working on a series on "How to read and understand online reviews." You'll see some more editions before long. http://www.scottgreenhalghdds.com/2010/01/should-i-quit-my-dentist-job.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Dr. Scott)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8886551025376505242.post-5993981992137970575Thu, 21 Jan 2010 16:50:00 +00002010-01-21T10:02:52.163-07:00Dr. Scott Greenhalgh DDSAACDcosmetic dentist Denverveneersporcelain veneersI just finished breakfast with a long-term dentist friend of mine. We've had a standing annual breakfast meeting for about 15 years now. Time flies... As I write this I am sitting in a Starbuck's. Not just ANY Starbuck's, but one that used to be my old dental office. It's actually sort of creepy. Who knew then that a little ramshackle dental building would later be converted to a neighborhood http://www.scottgreenhalghdds.com/2010/01/insights-into-cosmetic-dentistry-career.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Dr. Scott)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8886551025376505242.post-2843494012542221775Mon, 11 Jan 2010 17:15:00 +00002010-01-11T10:16:53.433-07:00Tooth sensitivity is the result of stimuli like food or drink coming into contact with the dentin layer of the tooth. The dentin is usually protected by the hard enamel layer except at the root of the tooth. The reason it hurts is that the dentin contains channels that lead to the nerve inside the tooth, which sends a pain signal to the brain when touched.Tooth sensitivity, then, happens when thehttp://www.scottgreenhalghdds.com/2010/01/causes-of-tooth-sensitivity.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Erica)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8886551025376505242.post-556060280984520688Tue, 05 Jan 2010 17:08:00 +00002010-01-05T10:08:52.035-07:00Dr. Scott GreenhalghStem cellsStemSaveBioEdenDenver dentist As you know I have an interest in the role that preserving stem cell from dental sources can have on the future of medicine.   I found an interesting source called "latest Stem Cell News". here's their link: http://www.stem-cells-news.com/1/   We are going to see some amazing breakthroughs-things that even now still smack of science fiction or medical thriller novels.    For now, here's http://www.scottgreenhalghdds.com/2010/01/stem-cells-advancements.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Dr. Scott)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8886551025376505242.post-5838852356911038466Mon, 04 Jan 2010 23:46:00 +00002010-01-04T16:55:12.184-07:00cosmetic dentist reviewsbest Denver dentistGoogleDenver cosmetic dentistrycosmetic dentist DenverI had a few minutes to check what was happening out on the web. You might know I am in the middle of writing a series about "How to use reviews to find a new Dentist".As I was wandering around the web, and searched for "denver cosmetic dentist". I wound up at Google. How exciting to see that our practice has the most reviews listed by Google! And to their credit, Google has condensed a lot of http://www.scottgreenhalghdds.com/2010/01/hey-check-us-out-on-google.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Dr. Scott)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8886551025376505242.post-4423347054622383219Mon, 04 Jan 2010 16:39:00 +00002010-01-04T10:09:43.590-07:00Dr. Scott Greenhalgh DDSpatient reviewsDenver dentist reviewscosmetic dentist reviewstipsonline reviewsHere is the first installment of my series about how to read and use reviews online and finding a cosmetic dentist in Denver. I'll provide a number of tips that are useful for both finding a new dentist as well as buying anything online.Number One: Look for dentist reviews that reflect your same interests or concerns. Here's what I mean. If you are looking for a new dentist, then determine a fewhttp://www.scottgreenhalghdds.com/2010/01/how-to-use-dentist-reviews-part-one.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Dr. Scott)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8886551025376505242.post-8317774952701282527Mon, 28 Dec 2009 19:23:00 +00002009-12-28T12:41:22.209-07:00Denver dentist reviewscosmetic dentist reviewscosmetic dentist DenverI am always on the quest for the right present each Christmas. I find myself more and more going online to read the product reviews. It HAS helped me a lot of times. It either confirms the hunch I already had, or often times there is an insightful comment that reveals poor performance.In fact, sitting here in my kitchen looking at one of my son's Christmas toys that had fairly weak reviews. It http://www.scottgreenhalghdds.com/2009/12/why-reading-reviews-really-helps.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Dr. Scott)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8886551025376505242.post-4345608161705497692Wed, 23 Dec 2009 19:16:00 +00002009-12-23T13:56:17.092-07:00Customer servicecosmetic dentistry DenverScott Greenhalgh DDSRitz-Carltoncomfort optionsI'm doing some very exhausting research right now. Sometimes one has to go to whatever extent necessary for the sake of growth. A business partner of mine gave me a gift of a stay at the Ritz-Carlton hotel here in Denver. So my radar is going a thousand miles an hour soaking in EVERYTHING they do.I'm already a fan of the Ritz as I have hired their firm to train my staff on customer service.So... http://www.scottgreenhalghdds.com/2009/12/what-really-is-service.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Dr. Scott)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8886551025376505242.post-6379754825493445329Tue, 22 Dec 2009 20:18:00 +00002009-12-22T13:19:10.168-07:00Oral health is closely tied to overall wellness because oral diseases affect the rest of the body. For example, gum-disease bacteria can enter the bloodstream and cause problems in other areas of the body. A healthy mouth is home to hundreds of species of bacteria, but most of them are relatively harmless. An unhealthy mouth, however, has more of the disease-causing bacteria that can spread http://www.scottgreenhalghdds.com/2009/12/oral-health-and-physical-health.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Erica)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8886551025376505242.post-788337671049977601Tue, 08 Dec 2009 15:36:00 +00002009-12-08T08:36:00.179-07:00Cosmetic DentistryYouTubeDr. Scott Greenhalgh DDSdentist in Denverteeth whiteningsmile makeovercosmetic dentist Denverveneersporcelain veneersAfter practicing for over 21 years as a dentist in Denver, I have found methods and systems to create success for my patients. By success I mean that: pain goes away from problems, amazing smiles are created, problems are fixed and stay fixed, cavities are stopped (forever), and the anxiety about dental care is soothed.Everyone needs a Cosmetic Dentist because, in the end, the dental work has to http://www.scottgreenhalghdds.com/2009/12/why-everyone-needs-cosmetic-dentist.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Dr. Scott)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8886551025376505242.post-9072838129841898714Sat, 05 Dec 2009 17:23:00 +00002009-12-07T10:34:59.684-07:00Marcom awardsDan GoldsteinWebiste developmentSEOScott Greenhalgh DDSPage1 SolutionsFriday night my wife, Tracy and I attended a great evening at Page1 Solutions Casino night. While it was a good time, more importantly at the end of the night, there was some good money contributed to the Second WInd Fund and the Jeffco Action Center.I have known the owner, Dan Goldstein now for about 10 years. He runs a very successful website development and SEO company. I have watched Dan http://www.scottgreenhalghdds.com/2009/12/it-starts-with-right-people.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Dr. Scott)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8886551025376505242.post-7544022354407419292Wed, 02 Dec 2009 22:55:00 +00002009-12-02T16:34:56.820-07:00Customer servicecosmetic dentistry Denverspa dentistryScott Greenhalgh DDSRitz-Carltondental anxietyMaybe you are like me: I'm picky but not a pain in the neck. I like good service and some mental engagement from whomever is taking care of me or that whomever working with me has some vague understanding of what would make me happy. The service approach that drives me nuts is the "canned approach". Where I am forced into their "on-size-fits-none" rigidness. When they ask me what I want and http://www.scottgreenhalghdds.com/2009/12/why-is-good-service-so-hard-to-find.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Dr. Scott)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8886551025376505242.post-8121112482804012973Tue, 24 Nov 2009 16:41:00 +00002009-11-24T23:00:41.924-07:00Dr. Scott Greenhalgh DDSCustomer serviceDenver dentist reviewsbest Denver dentistToyotaI drove by the neighborhood Toyota dealer today. Rows and rows of shiny cars and trucks. But I thought to myself, they are just another brand now.In one of the latest issues of Consumer Reports, they put in print what I had known internally for at least a few years now. They stated that Toyota is no longer the #1 brand for quality. I'm sure somewhere in Japan it is not a pretty sight.Here's my http://www.scottgreenhalghdds.com/2009/11/why-toyota-is-lot-like-cosmetic.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Dr. Scott)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8886551025376505242.post-2518994431049063625Mon, 23 Nov 2009 21:36:00 +00002009-11-23T15:02:46.642-07:00dental implant videodental implant FAQsDr. Scott Greenhalgh DDSdental videoTMJdental bridgecosmetic dentistry DenverDenver cosmetic dentistrydental implantsAs a cosmetic dentist in Denver, I want to give you a few of my thoughts on why it is important to replace a missing molar, and what a few of the options are. (Click to find out more about Scott Greenhalgh, DDS).I see people almost everyday that have had a situation where they have lost a tooth. Sometimes the best answer to a major dental problem is actually to remove a tooth. It shouldn't be thehttp://www.scottgreenhalghdds.com/2009/11/missing-teeth-dental-implants-and.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Dr. Scott)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8886551025376505242.post-1214008607008690942Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:49:00 +00002009-11-19T10:06:20.307-07:00snoringsleep apneaTMJcosmetic dentistry Denverteeth clenchingYesterday I had a chance to speak with one of my patients about their sleep apnea concerns. From basic irritations like the snoring it produces. Sometimes I get the request from their spouse "Can't you do anything about their snoring?!?. There are many other detrimental affects from sleep apnea including things like: waking suddenly in the middle of the night unable to catch your breath, poor http://www.scottgreenhalghdds.com/2009/11/sleep-apnea-care-in-denver.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Dr. Scott)