Many millions of people in the United States experience some degree of dental anxiety or fear. And many of those people don’t get the dental care they need because it’s just too uncomfortable or scary to see the dentist. At Uptown Dental Associates in Albuquerque, NM, we think that’s a shame, and we’re doing something about it. Our practice offers

Dental anxiety is far more than an inconvenience, or a simple case of nerves. It can paralyze you to the point that you avoid getting dental care at all. And that leads to painful oral health problems and more invasive procedures when you finally do get to the dentist. At Uptown Dental Associates, we are knowledgeable and experienced in easing

A lovely smile is about more than just the teeth. The gums also play a role. If you don’t like the appearance of your gums when you grin — maybe they’re too prominent, or your teeth look oddly short — we can help. Our minimally invasive dental laser enables us to reshape your gumline for a beautifully balanced smile. Fill

A chronic headache or migraine can be debilitating, and pinpointing the underlying causes is frustratingly difficult. At Uptown Dental Associates, we offer solutions to help alleviate headaches and migraines by addressing potential dental and jaw-related causes. Our team is experienced in assessing and treating TMJ issues to provide relief and improve your quality of life. For headache and migraine solutions

Dentists — and dental offices — are not all the same. At Uptown Dental Associates, we believe quality dental care is about much more than keeping your teeth and gums in the best shape possible. (Although, of course, that is a top priority for us!) We understand that many people are traumatized, even scarred, by negative experiences in the past.

Halitosis is an embarrassing and socially isolating problem. If your breath smells bad, you may feel self-conscious about speaking with people and avoid socializing at all. The causes of this condition may include diet, lack of oral hygiene, lifestyle factors, or underlying medical issues. At Uptown Dental Associates, we can help pinpoint the root of your halitosis and eliminate your

One of the first times Jay came to Uptown Dental Associates, he needed a root canal and he was very nervous about it. But the wonderful office, friendly staff, and their skill at explaining everything about the procedure immediately put him at ease. “You will really love going there. . . . You couldn’t find a better staff and dentist

April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month, and we’d like to educate you about this deadly disease. About 50,000 people in the United States will be diagnosed with oral cancer this year. Sadly, one person dies of the disease every hour of every day. Forty percent of people afflicted will pass away within 5 years of diagnosis. Did you know that

Ah, the internet. Can you imagine life without it? It’s the source of so much valuable knowledge. Unfortunately, it’s also become a source of much misinformation as well. It’s not that misleading and misguided information did not exist before. But falsehoods have a way of propagating and spreading online that’s unprecedented — and there’s little we can do to counter

Copeland has a history with dentists who weren’t willing nor able to explain procedures thoroughly and whom he felt were just going through the motions. Then he came to Uptown Dental Associates. The dentist’s knowledge and ability to talk through procedures made him completely comfortable going forward with the treatment he needed. “I don’t feel rushed through the process, and