Life-like Dental Work!!

 We are always excited to recieve crowns from our laboratory. Today we cemented these permanent crowns which fit absolutely perfect. Dentistry truly is fun when we can do this quality of treatement for our patients.

Before Crowns                                                                  After Crowns

Study Group

Last weekend I traveled to Leawood Kansas to start a sudy group with a wonderful group of people. Over the past few years being involved with numberous continuing education courses, I've got to meet a lot of great dentists. Dentist's who share the same philosophy and who really want to do the best treatment possible for thier patients. We spent two days together reviewing cases and learning from each other. We also invited Dr. Steve Ratcliff from Spear Education in Scottsdale Arizona to help teach us some new techniques and other important topics.

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Implant Supported Overdenture

An implant-supported denture is a type of overdenture that is supported by and attached to implants. An implant-supported overdenture is attached to implants, while a regular denture rests on the gums, is not supported by implants, and tends to fit less firmly in the mouth.

An implant-supported denture is used when a person doesn't have any teeth in the jaw, but has enough bone in the jaw to support implants. An implant-supported denture has special attachments that snap onto attachments on the implants.

You can remove an implant-supported denture easily. Some people prefer to have fixed (permanent) crown and bridgework in their mouths that can't be removed. Your dentist will consider your particular needs and preferences when suggesting fixed or removable options.

How Does It Work?

There are two types of implant-supported dentures: bar-retained and ball-retained. In both cases, the denture will be made of an acrylic base that will look like gums, with porcelain or acrylic teeth that look like natural teeth attached. Bar-retained dentures require at least three implants. Ball-retained dentures need at least two.

Bar-retained dentures — A thin metal bar that follows the curve of your jaw is attached to two to five implants that have been placed in your jawbone. Clips or other types of attachments are fitted to the bar the denture, or to both. The denture fits over the bar and is securely clipped into place by the attachments.

Ball-retained dentures — (stud-attachment dentures) — Each implant that has been placed in the jawbone holds a metal attachment that fits into another attachment on the denture. In most cases, the attachments on the implants are ball-shaped ("male" attachments), and they fit into sockets ("female" attachments) on the denture. In some cases, these attachments are reversed, with the denture holding the male attachments and the implants holding the female ones.

The Implant Process

The implants usually are placed in the jawbone at the front of your mouth because there tends to be more bone in the front of the jaw than in the back, even if teeth have been missing for some time. Once you lose teeth, you begin to lose bone in the area. Also, the front jaw doesn't have many nerves or other structures that could interfere with the placement of implants.

The time frame to complete the implant depends on many factors. The shortest time frame, including surgeries and the placement of the denture, is about five months in the lower jaw and seven months in the upper jaw. However, the process can last up to a year or more, especially if you need bone grafting or other preliminary procedures.

Two surgeries usually are needed — one to place the implants in the jawbone under your gums, and a second surgery three to six months later to expose the tops of the implant.

A one-stage procedure is now used sometimes. In this procedure, your dentist can place the implants and the supporting bar in one step. The success rate of this procedure is high. However, it is moderately less successful than the more conventional two-stage procedure.

Initial consultation

Before any work is done, you will visit either a dental specialist called a prosthodontist or a general dentist who has advanced training in the placement and restoration of implants.

During the exam, the dentist will review your medical and dental histories, take X-rays and create impressions of your teeth and gums so that models can be made. In some cases, the dentist may order a computed tomography (CT) scan of your mouth so that he or she can see the exact position of your sinuses (located above your upper teeth) or nerves, and can make sure they will not be affected by the implant placement. A CT scan also may be done to see how much bone is available and to determine the best locations for the implants.

If you are not already wearing a complete denture to replace your missing teeth, your dentist will make you one. You will use this temporary denture until the implant-supported denture is placed. It will take about four visits, spanning several weeks, to complete this denture. By making this temporary denture, your dentist is able to determine the best position for the teeth in the final denture. The temporary denture also can be used as a backup if something happens to the final implant-supported denture.

Once the temporary denture is finished, a copy of it will be used as a guide to help the surgeon place the implants in the proper positions. Holes will be drilled in the copy of the denture so that the surgeon can see where the implants should be placed.

 

From the Smile Gallery

Dear Taylor,

Having completed the dental program we started in January of 2009, I would like to share my feedback.

To begin, my teeth were a bit of a disaster. I had upper and lower partials that were badly worn and the remaining real teeth were a combination of crowns, loose teeth with numerous fillings and lots of bone loss.

My wife, Bobbie, heard about you and some amazing dental work you did for another patient. At her urging, I set up an appointment for a comprehensive evaluation. The conclusion reached was that I should have my remaining teeth extracted and replaced with implant supported dentures. You prepared a detailed proposal for the treatment plan along with cost which we discussed in depth before I decided to go forward.

I really appreciate how well I was treated throughout the entire time we were working through the treatment plan. You were very sensitive to my needs. I really appreciated your calls to check on how I was doing in between procedures. You explained in advance each of the procedures before the work started. Brittany and Karen were also a pleasure to work with and I enjoyed getting to know them along with meeting your dad on one of his visits.

I also appreciate how closely you worked with the lab to insure the best possible result with my interm dentures and especially with the permanent dentures. The final result - Great!!!!

My only regret is that I should have done this sooner.

I would be happy to talk to anyone regarding my experience.

Best Regards,

Bill S.

DR. J. TAYLOR WORKMAN HONORED BY WORLD'S LARGEST DENTAL PRODUCTS COMPANY

June, 2010 – J. Taylor Workman, DDS of Broomfield, CO has won recognition from Dentsply Caulk, the world's largest supplier of dental products, for submitting a winning entry in the "Quest for the Best," a national contest testing dentists’ skills in taking a dental impression.

Specifically, Dr. Workman won in the Crown category for the month of May, 2010.

A panel of the dental industry's key opinion leaders reviewed photographs of Dr. Workman's impressions made using one of the company's products, Aquasil Ultra impression material. The company rated them superior as compared to other impressions using the same product, signifying the doctor's skill in performing this complex procedure.

The recognition included coverage in major dental publications. Dr. Workman will also be eligible for a larger grand prize of an expense-paid trip to the American Dental Association's Annual Session in Orlando, FL this coming October.

Implant Overview

Dental Implants

The Preferred Choice for Tooth Replacement

When you need to replace missing teeth, you want something as close to natural teeth as possible. Dental implants represent the state-of-the-art in dental technology, making it possible to restore your smile to its natural state. Dental implants are the only solution that replaces the entire missing tooth and preserves the supporting bone, making them the preferred choice over fixed bridges or removable dentures.

Dental Implant Overview

The dental implants used by most dentists and dental specialists today are root-form implants. This basically means that they are replacement, or substitute tooth roots, used to replace natural tooth roots in areas of the mouth where teeth are missing.
The reason it is so important to replace the tooth root and not just the visible part of the tooth (crown) is that natural tooth roots, which are embedded in the bone, preserve the bone.
When teeth are missing, the bone that previously supported those teeth melts away, or deteriorates. This process is called bone resorption. The impact of deteriorating bone from complete tooth loss includes collapsed facial profiles, lost lip support, increased wrinkles around the mouth and the appearance of a pointed nose and chin that are too close together.
However, the bone can be preserved by replacing missing tooth roots with dental implants. Since the bone actually forms a strong bond to the implants, they can serve the same functions as natural tooth roots: a strong foundation for biting and chewing, and stimulation for the bone to hold it in place.
Dental implants are small fixtures made of titanium, a biocompatible material that is not rejected by the body. With an overall success rate of about 95%, and over 50 years of clinical research, dental implants have the best long-term prognosis of any method of tooth replacement.

Scroll below to see a few pictures of some of our patients who have achieved beautiful results with anterior implants.

Patient Experiences

"Dr. Workman went above and beyond my expectations. My tooth implant is so natural-looking, no one knows its there. I love it. Dr. Workman and his staff gave me superior customer care and were always attentive and friendly. This is the best dentist I have had in years. Thank you so much!"

SM

Patient Experiences

"When I first met Dr. Workman I was asked what was most important to me. I said that my expectations were intergrity, professionalism, communication and that my dentist listened. My experience has been a great one as Dr. Workman has exercised all of which has been important to me. He and his staff are just a pleasure to work with"

KS

Patient Experiences

"I've been to a lot of dentists in my life so I feel more than qualified to put you at the top of my list for gentleness, kindness, and competence. Your optimistic and encouraging attitude kept kept my spirits bolstered on the long road of missing and dark teeth to a beautiful smile. You and your staff were wonderful to me right down to indulging my taste in music! I look forward to more years of having you as my dentist. Thanks so much for making my smile so very nice!"

RA

Patient Experiences

"I would like to thank Dr. Workman and his staff. My teeth, or the lack there of, needed some serious work. After a long time coming, I can finally smile again with all my teeth! I love it! Dr. Workman was great and I do love my new teeth. I can't thank everyone at the office enough.!"

SG

Patient Experiences

"When I first went to see Dr. Workman I was even embarrassed to smile for him. Due to gum disease all my front teeth had shifted. I had seen several dentists who offered no hope save to pull them. Dr. Workman worked out several options for me to choose. I couldn't believe how wonderful and straight my teeth were when I first saw my new smile. During the entire process he made me feel comfortable."

CB

Patient Experiences

"Thank you for the best dental care experience I have ever had! I have been impressed from the initial consultation; to the use of the most current procedures; to the non-hurried atmosphere of the staff. The personal interest taken in who you are were also impressive. I have told many of the new dentist in Broomfield, who have far exceeded my expectations."

DN

Patient Experiences

"Thank you all so much for all you have done this past year for me and my smile. Your care and commitment to my case have been wonderful, and I couldn't have wished for a better result. Thank you for working through all the setbacks and promoting perfectionism in all you do. You made me feel so comfortable every time I entered the office and I appreciate all the time you took explaining things to me. Once again, thank you both so much for making my smile beautiful and my crowns amazing. I can't stop smiling!"

BS

Dentures

A denture is an appliance that is inserted in the mouth, replaces natural teeth and provides support for the cheeks and lips. Most dentures are made of acrylic and can be fabricated two different ways.

A conventional denture is made after all teeth have been extracted and the tissues (gums) have healed.

An immediate denture is fabricated and inserted immediately after the teeth are extracted and the tissues are allowed to heal under the denture.

An implant supported denture is is securely placed over implants to give the most stability and avoid bone loss over time.

An upper denture is made of a flesh-colored acrylic that covers the palate (roof of the mouth).

A lower denture is shaped like a horseshoe to leave room for the tongue.

The teeth are made of plastic, porcelain or a combination thereof. Dentures can be fabricated to fit over root canal treated teeth or can be attached to dental implants to allow for a more secure fit of the appliance.
Over time, dentures will wear and will need to be replaced or relined in order maintain comfortable jaw alignment. The alignment will slowly change as the bone and gum ridges recede or shrink due to the extraction of the teeth. Routine dental examinations still are important for the denture wearer so that the oral tissues can be checked for disease or change.

Our goal is to provide the most comfortable, gorgeous dentures possible. See what our patients have said -

Dear Dr. Workman,

I'll never forget recieving my first "little blue box." The name Tiffany imprinted. Tied with a white ribbon. Inside...a tiny treasure. I was 16. Many years have past and the numbers have switched. Now I'm 61, and lucky enough to have seen many blue boxes.

The one I recieved from you was not tied with a white ribbon or imprinted with the Tiffany name but the treasure inside has changed my life. Never in my wildest imaginings, did I dream that dentures could be so natural and so lovely.

What I feared you made easy. What I dreaded you made comfortable. Although Tiffany may offer diamonds by the yard, the pearls in my new "little blue box" are the gems I now treasure most.

Heartfelt thanks,

Georgia Graham
Broomfield, CO




Dear Taylor,


Having completed the dental program we started in January of 2009, I would like to share my feedback.

To begin, my teeth were a bit of a disaster. I had upper and lower partials that were badly worn and the remaining real teeth were a combination of crowns, loose teeth with numerous fillings and lots of bone loss.

My wife, Bobbie, heard about you and some amazing dental work you did for another patient. At her urging, I set up an appointment for a comprehensive evaluation. The conclusion reached was that I should have my remaining teeth extracted and replaced with implant supported dentures. You prepared a detailed proposal for the treatment plan along with cost which we discussed in depth before I decided to go forward.

I really appreciate how well I was treated throughout the entire time we were working through the treatment plan. You were very sensitive to my needs. I really appreciated your calls to check on how I was doing in between procedures. You explained in advance each of the procedures before the work started. Brittany and Karen were also a pleasure to work with and I enjoyed getting to know them along with meeting your dad on one of his visits.

I also appreciate how closely you worked with the lab to insure the best possible result with my interm dentures and especially with the permanent dentures. The final result - Great!!!!

My only regret is that I should have done this sooner.

I would be happy to talk to anyone regarding my experience.

Best Regards,

Bill S.

From the Smile Gallery

"When I first met Dr. Workman I was asked what was most important to me. I said that my expectations were integrity, professionalism, communication and that my dentist listened. My experience has been a great one as Dr. Workman has exercised all of which have been important to me. He and his staff are just a pleasure to work with."


Kamini S.
Broomfield, CO

Dental Implants

On Friday, Dr. Workman spent the day at a continuing education course learning more about how to provide highly esthetic implant crowns that replicate the contours and function of natural teeth. Implants take careful planning and detail, but when done correctly can provide successful, long lasting and beautiful teeth. Our office strives for the very best. We will take our time to help you individually achieve your best smile possible. Let us know if we can help in any way.

See below a couple pictures of some of our patients who have achieved beautiful results with anterior implants.


Before Dental Implant

After Dental Implant

Before Dental Implant














After Dental Implant

Team Building Day

Last Thursday our office took the day off to spend time together outside of work. We went to Estes Park, made lunch in the mountains and did a short hike up to a waterfall. Shannon made banana cream pie. It was incredible. I don't think I've ever had pie in the mountains before. Brittany crossed a river on a log. I'm guessing that was probably the first time she'd ever done that. It was a great time and fun to be out enjoying each others company outside of work.

See pictures below:

Continuing Education

Dr. Workman recently attended a new course in Chicago on invisible braces with his clinical assistant Brittany. They spent a full day learning new techniques in order to more easily provide this service to their patients. Now, there is no reason not to have a straight, beautiful and healthy smile!

If the thought of wearing braces is holding you back from improving your smile...here is some great news. We now have a state-of-the-art alternative to braces that is virtually undetectable to other people. Invisable braces, the MTM system, straighten your teeth, not with brackets or wires, but with a series of clear, customized, removable appliances called aligners.

Because there are no metal wires or brackets, invisable braces are comfortable. And because it's removable...eating, brushing, and flossing are not a problem. You can still enjoy your favorite foods and smile without holding back. With invisable braces there's nothing to hide. We invite you to talk with us about the MTM system...the clear alternative to braces.

My Trip to Guatemala

Yesterday I returned home from an 8 day trip to Guatemala with LAMP (www.lampcharity.org). We traveled to the city of Jalapa. In Jalapa, we spent the week giving dental and medical care to many people who had never before had any access to treatment. As we pulled up to the hospital where we would be working, there was a line of people half-way down the block. Some slept over night to get needed care. Others traveled half a day to get to us. We were able to see both adults and children. Each day a group went out to surrounding villages to give services to people who couldn't get to Jalapa. There were so many people who wanted our help. It felt great to be able to do this and literally forget about ourselves for a whole week. Patients were very grateful. Many had never been to the dentist. I had a great experience. Hopefully I will get to go next year. See the pictures below.