One of the biggest reasons children struggle with being absent from school is dental pain. In fact, a recent study revealed that between the ages of 5 and 17 that more than two million days of school are missed. Make going back to school easier with a dental checkup! By staying on top of oral health problems when they are small, you avoid ...

o be nervous, you don’t want your fears to get in the way of healthy teeth and gums. We’re sharing a video by the American Dental Association that talks a bit about conquering your dental fears. At Schope Dental, we make sure you feel at ease the moment you walk through our door. Our welcoming team is always eager to answer your questions ...

Whether it’s you or your child, you need to take the necessary steps to protect your smile while playing sports. Even if you don’t play a high-contact sport, one accidental elbow to the face can knock out a tooth. With a custom mouthguard, you can safeguard your teeth, gums, lips, and cheeks from injury.  You don’t want to just ...

If you’ve ever wondered what role your saliva plays, it actually does more than you think. Your saliva helps protect your teeth from bacteria by washing away the food particles and bacteria off your teeth.  We’re sharing a video made by Delta Dental, an insurance provider we accept, that talks about this in more detail. If you ...

While snoring is one of the more common symptoms of sleep apnea, there are a few others we’d like to share with you today. They include: Dry mouthHeadachesRepeatedly waking upSleepiness throughout the day If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, you’ll want to schedule an appointment today for sleep apnea treatment in Colorado ...

When you look in the mirror, what do your teeth look like? Are they beautiful pearly whites or are they dull, drab, or yellow-ish looking? There are a variety of reasons for teeth discoloration ranging from the foods you eat to the medications you take. Luckily, we have solutions for you. We’ll be discussing what’s causing your teeth ...

Did you know that your oral health is connected to your mental health? For example, when you are stressed, you might grind your teeth. If you feel overwhelmed, you might skip dental appointments and neglect basic oral hygiene.  We’re sharing an excellent video that talks about this connection. It’s important to learn how to manage ...

The calendar is full of days, weeks, and months devoted to celebrating or raising awareness of different things – almost too many to count and some for downright odd events. For example, this month you can celebrate National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day. April is also Oral Cancer Awareness Month. We think it’s important – and not just ...

Most of us have something we don’t like about our smile. The good news is, you’ll find many ways to change what you don’t like at Schope Dental. Teeth veneers are one of our most reliable options. To see if veneers are right for your smile, call us today at to schedule a consultation in our Colorado Springs, CO office. In the meantime, ...

If you have struggled with bad breath, you probably feel like you’ve tried everything to solve this problem!  That’s where we come in with our bad breath treatment. There is often a variety of reasons causing this problem. When you come in for an exam, we’ll take a look at your mouth to get the root of the problem. Before you know ...