In addition, people appear kinder, friendlier, more sensitive to others and more after they have undergone one or more cosmetic dental procedures, announces SchopeDental.com

Colorado Springs, CO -- (SBWIRE) -- 08/03/2015 -- According to the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, 60 percent of patients seeking cosmetic dental services are females and 56 percent of patients fall between the ages of 31 and 60. Of these patients, 89 percent state they do so to increase their physical appearance and attractiveness along with their self esteem. In addition, 54 percent state they undergo cosmetic dental procedures for restorative work or health reasons. Regardless of why one chooses to undertake Cosmetic Dentistry procedures, Dr. Schope of Schope Dental is happy to help.

"A smile transcends every race, nationality and language, thus every person wants to ensure their smile is attractive. Cosmetic dentistry has come a long way over the years and patients now have more options. If you aren't completely satisfied with your smile, contact our office today to see what solutions we have for you," Betty Jo Schope, DDS, declares.

Crowns and bridge work remain the most commonly selected procedures, as reported by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, followed by whitening or bleaching. Other procedures many patients select include dental implants, veneers and inlays and onlays. The cosmetic dentist sits down with the patient to determine what they would like to change about their smile and creates a patient treatment plan based on these objectives. For this reason, no two treatment plans are alike.

"Adults may find they wish to have their teeth straightened. In certain situations, veneers are enough to alter the shape of the selected teeth, allowing the individual to avoid orthodontic treatment. This is an option to be considered, as veneers correct the problem in very little time. Orthodontic work often requires months or years of treatment before the teeth are fixed," Dr. Scope continues.

The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry conducted a survey which found that individuals who opt for cosmetic dentistry work appear more attractive and intelligent. Furthermore, others state these individuals are happier and friendlier. What's surprising is that, when asked about before and after pictures of individuals who had cosmetic dental work done, people reported the individuals having the work done were wealthier when they looked at the after pictures.

"A person's smile suggests a great deal about them, in terms of how others perceive them. When given before and after pictures of people who had cosmetic work done, the study participants believed the people in the after pictures to be more attractive, more intelligent, more successful in their career and with members of the opposite sex, happier, wealthier, kinder, friendlier, more interesting and more sensitive to other people. If your smile is not projecting the right image, call us today. We can help you get the smile you deserve," Dr. Schope promises.

About Schope Dental
Betty Jo Schope, founder of Schope Dental, has been consistently recognized by her peers as a top general and cosmetic dentist in the Colorado Springs area. Practicing dentistry for more than 20 years, Dr. Schope completed a General Practice Residency in the United States Air Force, one of only 48 students accepted to the program, and the experience she gained during this residency benefits her patients in numerous ways. She's passionate about delivering dentistry in a manner that leaves patients feeling comfortable and confident and patients often find they look forward to visiting the dentist when they choose to work with Dr. Schope.

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A unique approach to restorative and cosmetic dental care results in healthier and more confident patients, publishes schopedental.com

Colorado Springs, CO -- (SBWIRE) -- 03/12/2015 -- Recent social surveys indicate an estimated 33 percent of American adults are unhappy with the appearance of their teeth whereas the number of teens falling into this category weighs in at a substantially higher 53 percent. The majority believe improving their smile will awaken a more active social existence and elicit a wider range of professional opportunities among other benefits. Experts insist the increase in such life altering advantages stems from the boost in self confidence gained through cosmetic dental solutions.

In an effort to encourage patients to be proactive in their oral health as well as aesthetics, Dr. Betty Jo Schope, DDS of Schope Dental has launched her "Excellence in Dentistry with a Woman's Touch" initiative. Dr. Schope elaborated, "People are often hesitant to explore their dental treatment options for a number of reasons. Some are afraid they have no options while others fear being judged harshly because of the state of their teeth. Our new initiative combines a few basic elements to treat our patients as effectively as possible."

The first component of Dr. Schope's restructured operation revolves around ensuring new patients positive first experiences with her practice. She and her staff encourage asking as many questions as needed for the patient to feel comfortable and fully educated moving forward. In order to reach this goal, Dr. Schope explains the initial exams and procedures as well as the patient's potential options.

Her dentistry offers whitening techniques, bonding, bridges, crowns, tooth colored fillings, veneers, implants, gum restructuring and a range of additional solutions. The practice's latest offering is the complete smile makeover for those who need more extensive treatment.

More information regarding available treatments can be found at
http://www.schopedental.com/dentistry/

Deemed "Partnership Through Treatment", the second derivative of the initiative is comprised of the full course of action determined following the inaugural visit. Dr. Schope believes in forming a partnership with her patients as well as with any other specialists needed to achieve optimum results. Decisions are made based on the expertise of the staff combined with patients' wishes. Should outside care be necessary, Dr. Schope will coordinate these efforts and keep the patient fully informed of all developments.

The final factor in the system is maintaining dental health, and this is an ongoing process. After patients gain the smile they hope for, Dr. Schope provides education on ensuring implants, veneers and other fundamentals last as long as possible; furthermore, she and her team schedule routine follow-up care in order to catch any developing issues in their earliest stages and prevent them from worsening.

Concluded Schope, "In conjunction with our expertise and state-of-the-art equipment, this initiative ultimately creates a unique approach to dental care. We provide advanced treatments with compassion, and the end result is healthy, more confident patients who can proudly display their new smiles. We encourage anyone interested in a consultation to call our office or contact us via our website, http://www.schopedental.com/cosmetic-dentistry/"

About Schope Dental
Practicing in her field for more than 20 years, Dr. Schope and her team approach dental care in a unique manner. With knowledge, compassion and thoroughness, she helps patients obtain confidence through oral health.

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Gum re-contouring corrects uneven or overgrown gums to produce a uniform and appealing appearance, reports Schope Dental

Colorado Springs, CO -- (SBWIRE) -- 10/02/2014 -- Schope Dental, a general dentist's office in Colorado Springs, today announced the availability of its laser gum re-contouring treatments. These treatments allow patients to eliminate irregular gum lines and gummy smiles without the levels of pain associated with older gum reshaping methods.

"We realize that patients are affected by more than just the basic functionality of the teeth and gums," said Dr. Betty Jo Schope, DDS. "The self-esteem issues caused by problems with the appearance of the mouth can be just as important to patients. Many people will refuse to smile if they don't think their teeth and gums look good, and since facial expressions affect mood, this has a negative effect on their entire lives. Therefore, I and my office work to fix cosmetic issues as well as functional ones."

In many cases, an irregular gumline results from other problems in the mouth such as periodontal disease, cavities at the gumline, and similar issues. These problems can cause the gums around some of the teeth to recede, while they become puffy in other areas and stay normal in still more spots. The overall effect noticeably lacks uniformity and broadcasts the fact that there are or were problems in the mouth. When this is the case, the first thing that needs to be done is the correction of whatever problems are causing the irregularity.

At other times, medications result in the overgrowth of gum tissue. Genetics can also play a role in a smile that has an overall gummy appearance. In these cases, no other treatments may be needed before re-contouring is done. However, continued use of medicines that promote gum growth could result in the need for more treatments every so often.

"With laser gum re-contouring alone, extra gum tissue is removed to even up the appearance of the gums and to expose more of the surface of the teeth," Dr. Schope explained. "For some people, this is all that's needed to normalize the appearance of the mouth. In other cases, it will turn out that the appearance of large gums is really caused by an overgrowth of the underlying bone. When this situation occurs, we must remove that overgrowth so that the gums can sit lower."

Needless to say, recovery times vary according to what has been done to achieve the desired aesthetic result. While laser treatments are less painful than traditional scalpel-based gum reduction surgeries, it still takes a few days to recover from the main procedure. If bone removal or another such procedure was added to the process, recovery can take a few weeks. Once it is over, the patient will enjoy a much nicer-looking mouth and have no more reason not to smile.

To learn more, visit www.schopedental.com

About Schope Dental
Schope Dental is led by Betty Jo Schope, DDS, who has been practicing both cosmetic and general dentistry for 20 years. She prides herself on being gentle and thorough, and wants patients to have the best experience possible.

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Regular general dental care is essential for keeping one's teeth, founder says

Colorado Springs, CO -- (SBWIRE) -- 06/19/2014 -- Statistics say that most people only see a dentist every three years, and that 74 percent of Americans have some degree of periodontal disease. These two things are related; periodontal disease takes hold due to a lack of professional care. With these things in mind, Dr. Betty Jo Schope, DDS announces the existence of her dental office.

Schope Dental (http://www.schopedental.com) is a full-service dental office that works to keep people's mouths healthy in all ways. Care starts with the first evaluation and continues from standard cleanings all the way to advanced restorations. With the proper care, Dr. Schope says, major dental problems can be avoided.

"If dental problems exist, it's still not too late," Dr. Schope adds. "It takes a long time for a tooth to completely fail, and even then, there are solutions that can eliminate pain and restore chewing ability. One of the biggest mistakes people make is to believe that there's a point after which nothing can be done. Thanks to the many advancements in the dental field, there is always something that can be done."

Many people say that the reason they don't go to the dentist more often is that they don't have time for the number of visits they expect to need. "While it used to be true that something like getting a crown would take multiple trips to the dentist, this is no longer always the case," Dr. Schope responded. "My office offers a new system called Cerec One-Visit Crowns that can, as their name says, be placed in a single visit. This and other speedy restoration systems allow work to be completed faster than ever before.."

We also asked about people who think they have no dental problems. Is it truly important for them to see a dentist often? "Absolutely," Dr. Schope responded emphatically. "Many people think their mouths are healthy, but actually have problems developing. The most common problem of this sort is gingivitis. It usually doesn't hurt, and is easy to miss when looking in the mirror if you don't know the exact signs. However, the vast majority of adults have gingivitis, or worse, periodontitis. This is almost always the result of infrequent professional dental care."

Fortunately, preventing this downward spiral of gum disease is actually very easy. "All it takes to stop most gingivitis is regular professional cleanings," the doctor informed us. "This keeps mouth bacteria in check so that the gums stay strong and healthy. A cleaning every six months will do the job for someone whose mouth is otherwise healthy. Best of all, a professionally-cleaned mouth feels great and smells nice, too. There is an immediate feeling of well-being after a cleaning has been done."

About Schope Dental
Schope Dental is a full-service general dental office. Dr. Schope and her associates routinely handle cleanings, fillings, crown placement, and other general dentistry procedures. The office uses the latest technologies to provide effective restorations more quickly than can be done with traditional methods.

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