Lakewood, CO Dentist

Margot C. Sullivan, DDS, PC

Is There an Act Three for Our Teeth?
posted: Apr. 23, 2024.

Act One: Those 20 adorable baby teeth which begin arriving when you’re about six months old and are probably gone by the time you’re twelve. Act Two: The 32 (if you Read more
Every Day is Earth Day
posted: Apr. 16, 2024.

During the early days of the environmental awareness movement, those who demonstrated against pollution, toxic chemicals, and the general public health were known as hippies. The early 1970s were a Read more
Brushing Mistakes You Don’t Know You’re Making
posted: Apr. 09, 2024.

It’s great that you’re enthusiastic about your dental health! Here are some tips from the doctor and our team to make sure you are getting the most out of your Read more
This April, Let’s Celebrate National Facial Protection Month!
posted: Apr. 02, 2024.

Poor April. While other months celebrate romance, or giving thanks, or costumes and candy, April has—April Fool’s Day and a tax deadline. We might be forgiven for thinking these two Read more
How much calcium does my child need?
posted: Mar. 26, 2024.

When you were a kid, your parents may have told you to drink milk to build strong bones and grow tall and strong. Now that you have children of your Read more
Teeth Grinding
posted: Mar. 19, 2024.

If you are waking up with jaw pain, tension headaches, or facial pain, you may be suffering from a condition known as bruxism. This means you could be grinding or Read more
St. Patrick's Day: Celtic pride, green shamrocks, and lucky charms!
posted: Mar. 12, 2024.

“St. Patrick's Day is an enchanted time -- a day to begin transforming winter's dreams into summer's magic.” Adrienne Cook Lucky green shamrocks, leprechauns, and pots of gold – it must Read more
Good Nutrition Leads to Healthy Mouths
posted: Mar. 05, 2024.

At Margot C. Sullivan, D.D.S., we know the most common oral health diseases are tooth decay and periodontal disease (or gum disease), and both are among the easiest to prevent. Read more
Dental Visits Are Not So Bad
posted: Feb. 27, 2024.

Many people dread going to the dentist. Dental visits have the reputation of being painful and uncomfortable, and it is common for people to compare unfortunate situations such as having Read more
What is biofilm?
posted: Feb. 20, 2024.

Biofilm, the protective housing for bacteria, is a hot topic in the medical and dental fields. Routinely taking an antibiotic for a bacterial infection has become more complicated because of Read more
The Start of Valentine’s Day
posted: Feb. 13, 2024.

Valentine’s Day, also known as Saint Valentine’s Day, has been said to originate with a Catholic priest named Valentine several thousand year ago. Valentine defied the emperor at the time Read more
Are thumb sucking and pacifier habits harmful for a child’s teeth?
posted: Feb. 06, 2024.

Depending on how long the thumb sucking or constant pacifier use continues, and how aggressively the child sucks a thumb or the pacifier, it can indeed be an oral health Read more
My child has autism. What should we expect at your office?
posted: Jan. 30, 2024.

At Margot C. Sullivan, D.D.S., we know that as many as one in 88 children today have some form of autism, a complex brain disorder that affects a child's ability Read more
When was your last dental checkup?
posted: Jan. 23, 2024.

While the doctor and our team tell you daily oral hygiene habits, such as brushing and flossing, are essential to optimal oral health, regular dental checkups at Margot C. Sullivan, Read more
Top Five Reasons to Choose Veneers
posted: Jan. 16, 2024.

If you notice every imperfection in your smile and you are aiming for a more ideal-looking smile, veneers might be for you. Veneers are common tools in cosmetic dentistry for Read more
The Link Between HPV and Oral Cancer
posted: Jan. 09, 2024.

Cancer has become a common word, and it seems like there is new research about it every day. We know antioxidants are important. We know some cancers are more treatable Read more