You might have already heard the many benefits of a good night’s sleep for your physical and mental health. However, it may surprise you to learn that your quality of sleep affects your oral health too. If you have been kept awake by snoring (yours or someone else’s) or have woken up with jaw pain, it may be a sign of a few sleeping problems ...

With Mother’s Day just around the corner, you can give the mom in your life a gift that will boost her confidence, improve her appearance, and encourage her to pursue her goals. Teeth whitening treatment makes a wonderful Mother’s Day gift, and you are sure to put a smile on her face. Dr. Sommer talks about some of the benefits he sees ...

You’ve heard time and time again how important it is to brush your teeth, however, it’s also important to choose the right toothbrush.  In most cases, a soft-bristled toothbrush is best. Otherwise, you run the risk of damaging your tooth enamel if you have a medium- or hard-bristled toothbrush. Pay attention to the size too. You’ll ...

If your jaw clicks when you chew, yawn, or open your mouth wide, that could be a problem with the function of your ​​temporomandibular joint (TMJ). That joint works as a hinge that allows you to open and close your mouth, and when it doesn’t work correctly, you’ll hear that popping sound. If you are struggling with a TMJ disorder, you may ...

April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month!  We’re encouraging all of you to schedule your dental exam for an oral cancer screening. By looking for early signs, you stay ahead of the disease and it’s much easier to fight. We’ll look for signs of oral cancer as well as other oral health issues like gum disease, cavities, and more during ...

Today is World Oral Health Day! Use today as an inspiration to improve your oral care habits. Don’t forget to brush your teeth and floss, and while we’re at it, don’t forget to schedule your cleaning and exam! We’re sharing a video that talks about how much you’re affected by the health of your smile. It influences how you see ...

It’s natural to feel a bit anxious at the dentist, especially if you’re getting a long and involved procedure. However, some people fear the dentist enough that they avoid even routine visits. That’s a problem. Skipping regular exams can result in the kind of poor dental health that will require costly treatments to fix. Fortunately, we ...

For decades, families and individuals throughout the Colorado Springs, CO area have counted on Springs Dentist for holistic dental care. Our dentist, Dr. Sommer also has been committed to “green” dentistry for nearly as long as he has been helping patients protect their smiles. Due to his awareness of the environmental impact of typical ...

Dentures change your life. Some changes, like giving you back a complete smile again, are positive. Others, like using messy adhesive to keep them in place, not so much. If you choose dental implant dentures instead of conventional dentures, you’ll enjoy many benefits. Among them: Simple Maintenance – Instead of denture tablets and ...

Are you afraid of the dentist? Do you only visit the dentist when you have a “problem”? If so, then 2022 is the year to change your habits. Making visits to a general dentist like Dr. Sommer part of your oral care routine can make those “problems” much less likely. Here are three reasons to make an appointment with us. We Can Ease ...