You’ve heard the saying, “monkey see, monkey do.” Actually, if you have kids, then you’ve probably seen the saying in action. You talk on the phone, and your toddler is right there wanting to talk, too. If your child sees you enjoying a good book during your free time, then he is more likely to want to read, also. Make healthy food choices, and your son or daughter will grow up wanting fruits and vegetables just like you. And if your children see you taking care of your teeth, then they will learn to do the same. Drs. Nicholas D’Amico and Matt Mauck are the Denver family dentists who know that parents need to be active participants in their children’s lifelong pursuit of healthy and happy smiles.
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Almost every oral health issue starts with plaque or tartar buildup. More than 50% of US adults experience some level of gum disease which is the number one cause of tooth loss, and periodontal disease occurs due to soft tissue irritation caused by plaque and tartar build up. Tooth decay causes cavities, root canal infection, and tooth loss, and begins when acidic plaque and tartar breakdown tooth enamel. Regular 
These days, Americans are pretty well-versed in what’s healthy and what’s not. Whether we incorporate them into our diets is a different matter — but we pretty much all know that leafy greens and proteins are good for us, while processed foods and refined sugars are generally not. But do you ever think about the fact that what you eat has a significant impact on your oral health, too? That maintaining healthy teeth goes beyond avoiding sticky, sugary candy? You can have a significant impact on your oral health by keeping a few nutritional facts in mind — keep reading for more from 
Dr. Nicholas D’Amico and Dr. Matt Mauck want to be your partners in making sure you and each member of your family enjoys the best dental and oral health. As your partner, we can offer tips to improve your at-home oral hygiene routine as we take good care of your teeth and gums in the office of the dentist Aurora relies on to offer a complete menu of preventive, restorative and cosmetic dentistry. Regardless of which stage of life your family members are in, we’re here to help. 
If you dedicate countless hours every week driving your kids to practices, meetings, and to hang out with friends, you probably don’t have a lot of spare time. In 
Nicholas D’Amico DDS and Matt Mauck DDS practice exceptional and responsible cosmetic dentistry. Helping their patients achieve healthy and engaging smiles, Doctors D’Amico and Mauck deliver several leading edge cosmetic procedures for even, white, and natural-looking smiles.
Do you often suffer from headaches, a sore jaw, or tense muscles in your neck and shoulders? Perhaps you’ve noticed that your teeth appear to be shorter, flatter, or more worn down than they once were. These are common symptoms of two interrelated oral health concerns: TMJ disorder and bruxism. TMJ disorder, or temporomandibular joint disorder, affects millions of Americans, causing a variety of unpleasant symptoms that can interfere with your daily life. Bruxism, or teeth grinding, can lead to multiple oral health concerns as well, though many affected by the problem aren’t even aware of the issue. 
Obtaining that perfect, beautifully white smile you always dreamed of can be a bit of a challenge. Keeping up with brushing and flossing will definitely help, but sometimes the unexpected can hit us smack in the face. Injuries, bacterial infections, decay, and other factors can seemingly come out of nowhere and plague our teeth and gums. Luckily, the office of