Ray came to Uptown Dental Associates after having trouble with a dental implant he’d gotten from another doctor. The dentist resolved the issue, and Ray has been a satisfied patient ever since. He’s almost forgotten about his dental anxiety since the procedures he’s had at the office have been pain-free. “I’m incredibly happy with the work I’ve received from the

February is National Children’s Dental Health Month, and the American Dental Association has declared this year’s slogan “Brush your teeth with fluoride toothpaste and clean between your teeth for a healthy smile.” Instilling excellent oral hygiene habits at a young age is critical for maintaining the health of teeth and gums during childhood and beyond. This is the time when

Healthy gums not only support your teeth, but they maximize your chances of having a healthy body overall. Unchecked gum disease is associated with heart disease, diabetes, and other serious systemic problems. We offer the Chao Pinhole® Surgical Technique for gum recession, a minimally invasive treatment that restores gum health without the need for extensive cutting or stitching. Even if

Just like adults, kids should brush their twice a day for two minutes. We understand that it can be difficult to do a thorough job on a squirmy toddler, but it’s important to introduce good habits that will last your child through adulthood. Watch this helpful video from the American Dental Association. It’s packed with tips and advice for brushing

February is the month we celebrate our love and affection for the people in our lives. It’s also a time we can focus on boosting self-confidence and rediscovering our love for ourselves with cosmetic dentistry. When you’re embarrassed to smile, it’s difficult to embrace yourself fully. Your grin is one of the first things people see when they meet you.

Conventional gum recession surgery involves invasive gum grafts and an uncomfortable recovery period. The groundbreaking Chao Pinhole® gum recession treatment can restore your receded gums without scalpels or sutures. The procedure is quick, less painful, and faster to heal. It can be completed in just one visit to our dental office. Submit our online form to book a consultation at Uptown Dental Associates.

Gum disease is not only the leading cause of tooth loss in adults, but it is associated with numerous serious systemic health conditions, including heart disease, stroke, and diabetes. Because periodontal disease does not always exhibit symptoms at first, you may have it and not even know it. Regular dental visits are essential to keeping your gums healthy. Call (505)

Even if you brush every morning and night, floss daily, and visit us at Uptown Dental Associates twice per year as you should, things can and do go wrong with your oral health. Bacteria can take hold and lead to gum disease or cavities. An abscess can ravage your toothp pulp. You can even lose teeth altogether due to decay

Are you unhappy with your dark, discolored smile? Professional teeth whitening will lift those stains and make you look younger and more vibrant. At Uptown Dental Associates, we use the highly effective Lumibrite take-home whitening system. You get dental supervision and the superior results of a professional product, but the convenience of whitening your teeth at home, on your own

Lauren suffered from jaw pain due to her habit of clenching and grinding her teeth at night. When our Albuquerque dentist recommended a night guard, she was nervous it would be difficult to wear. She found that not only is her night guard comfortable, but it has reduced her symptoms. She loves the dentist’s thorough and approachable style and the