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General Dentistry in Fort Collins CO

Serving the Fort Collins, CO community

At Buxton Family Dental, we offer all the services your family needs to achieve and maintain healthy smiles. Preventive treatments like dental exams and cleanings keep your smile a step ahead of tooth decay and gum disease, restorative treatments correct problems when they occur, and cosmetic procedures put the finishing touch on a healthy smile.

As your general dentist, you can think of Dr. Kendell Buxton as the quarterback for all your dental needs. He oversees your general oral health care, and if it’s necessary to refer you, he will coordinate with a trusted specialist to ensure that you receive the highest quality care.

We hope you’ll choose Buxton Family Dental for all your general dentistry needs. Here you’ll find a comfortable environment filled with happy people who want you to enjoy the best possible oral health.

If you are looking for a general dentist in Fort Collins who can handle all your family’s needs, please call Buxton Family Dental to arrange a convenient appointment!

Do you treat patients of all ages?

Family | Dentist Fort Collins COAs a Fort Collins general dentist, Dr. Kendall Buxton and his team enjoy treating patients of all ages. We’ll ensure that your toddler gets a positive start with their oral health, and we provide age-appropriate, comprehensive dental services for all the other members of your family.

Is your little one ready for their first dental exam, or do you have an older parent who has worn or broken down teeth? Dr. Buxton personalizes every treatment plan to fit the individual needs of our patients.

Are you looking for a Fort Collins dentist who can provide your entire family with quality care? Please call Buxton Family Dental at (970) 482-6333 to arrange a dental appointment to get started.

What dental services do you offer?

Problematic teeth can impair your ability to enjoy life, but we offer a wide range of solutions to restore your teeth to full health:

  • Restorations – Whether you need a simple filling or a full smile makeover, we have the services you need. Our esthetic crowns and bridges are made using the highest quality materials so we can offer long-lasting, durable restorations.
  • Root canal therapy – We want to dispel the myth that root canals are painful. You need the procedure when an infection in the inner portion of your tooth must be removed to save it. The fact is that it is the infection that causes pain, not the procedure.
  • Gentle Extractions – Our goal is to preserve all your teeth for as long as possible, so we never take extraction lightly. But there are some cases where a tooth must come out to protect your overall oral health. You can be confident that our compassionate, caring team is here to support you throughout the procedure.
  • Cosmetic Procedures – Virtually every dental service we offer at our Fort Collins dental office is designed to enhance the appearance of your smile while improving your oral health. In addition to our cosmetic restorations, we also offer veneers, cosmetic dental bonding, and teeth whitening.

Will my procedure hurt?

At Buxton Family Dental, we understand that dentistry is a challenge for many people, but we don’t want anxiety to jeopardize your oral health.

We encourage you to let us know what will help you relax the most. Your comfort comes first, and amenities like warm blankets, pillows, overhead televisions, and music with headphones help to put you at ease.

Dr. Buxton administers comfortable injections by warming the local anesthetic before use, and his gentle approach to make the numbing process as painless as possible. If your anxiety gets the better of you, we are pleased to offer sedation dentistry, including nitrous oxide, oral, and IV sedation.

If you’re looking for a dentist in Fort Collins who makes your comfort a priority, please call Buxton Family Dental to arrange an appointment!

Why are exams and dental cleanings so important?

Any effective dental care must include preventive treatments. If you want to know the “secret” to avoid dental problems that slow you down, the answer is prevention.

It is always preferable to see you for routine cleanings and exams than wait to correct issues until after they develop. Prevention is doubly important for children since we have an opportunity to give them the best possible start with a healthy smile that lasts.

What happens during my routine dental appointments?

During your routine appointments, Dr. Buxton will perform a visual examination and take x-rays of your teeth as required. Your safety is important to us, so every exam includes an oral cancer screening.

A thorough dental cleaning is needed twice a year to ensure that your gums are healthy and free of disease. Gum disease is widespread, but our gentle hygienists will work with you to develop a plan for treatment to restore your healthy smile.

Do you see emergency patients?

If you are in pain or have a broken tooth, lost a crown, or another dental emergency, please call our emergency dental office at (970) 482-6333 as soon as possible and let us know what’s going on. Dr. Buxton and our team understand how a sudden dental problem can disrupt your life, and we want to provide relief as quickly as possible. In some cases, acting quickly in a dental emergency can mean the difference between saving or losing a tooth.

If you have a sudden toothache or you lose a dental filling, we’re here to help. If you’re in pain or have another critical emergency, we’ll see you the same day. Always call us first; sometimes a non-urgent emergency like a chipped tooth can wait until our next available appointment.

When would you refer me to a specialist?

Dr. Buxton has been practicing dentistry for ten years and has all the training and expertise needed to handle a wide range of dental needs. But we also recognize that certain dental conditions require the experience and skill of a trained specialist like a periodontist, oral surgeon, or orthodontist.

Dr. Buxton works with a network of dedicated professionals in the area whom we know and trust to provide you with the highest quality skilled care.

How can you help me save money on dentistry in Fort Collins?

If you’re uninsured, it can be stressful to try to manage the cost of dental care for your family. But at Buxton Family Dental, we offer a membership discount plan that provides significant savings on all our services.

You’ll pay a small annual fee and receive all your preventive care (including dental exams, cleanings, fluoride treatments, etc.) for 12 months as well as a 20 to 25 percent discount on other dental services.

If you would like to learn more about our membership savings plan and affordable dental care in Fort Collins, please visit our financial page or call us at (970) 482-6333.

What dental insurances do you accept?

At Buxton Family Dental, we work with almost all major PPO insurances. These include Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Cigna, Delta Dental, Guardian, MetLife, and many others. Please consult our financial page for a complete listing or call our dental office at (970) 482-6333, and we will be happy to help you.

Do you offer any financing for dental treatment?

If you’re uninsured or need to find a way to finance unexpected dental, we’re pleased to offer interest-free CareCredit. Once you’re approved, you can use CareCredit for dental services as well as other health and wellness needs. Get the care you need today, and CareCredit will let you pay off the balance over 6, 12, or 18 months.

We also have a dental membership plan available that covers the cost of dental exams, cleanings, and x-rays, and offers discounts on our other services.

To learn more about CareCredit or our dental savings plan, please call our Fort Collins dental office, and a member of our team will be happy to assist you.

Frequently Asked Questions

As your general dentist in Fort Collins, CO, Dr. Kendall Buxton enjoys treating patients of all ages. We help your little one get a healthy start with their oral health and provide comprehensive dental services for all the other members of your family.

Your time is valuable, and it’s easy for dental appointments to keep getting pushed to the bottom of your to-do list. The last thing you need is to have to bring your family to different dentists to get the age-appropriate care they need. At Buxton Family Dental, we offer all the comprehensive dental services your family needs such as cleanings, exams, fillings, and many more.

Do you have a toddler ready for their first dental exam, or a parent who needs to restore worn or damaged teeth? Dr. Buxton personalizes dentistry to fit your individual needs. Our skilled dental team has all the training and experience required to address your family's needs at every stage of life.

We hope you’ll choose Buxton Family Dental for all your general dentistry needs. Here you’ll find a comfortable environment filled with happy people who want you to enjoy the best possible oral health.

Are you looking for a Fort Collins dentist who can provide your entire family with quality care? Please call Buxton Family Dental at (970) 482-6333 to arrange a dental appointment to get started.

Cavities are caused by the bacteria that live in every human being's mouth.  These bacteria thrive on the sugars that you place in your mouth, they then form dental plaque, and these plaques contain the bacteria's acidic byproducts that eat away the surfaces of your teeth.  If these softened areas get too large they can break down further or "cavitate".  These will continue to grow unless the dental decay is removed and the tooth restored by a dentist.  We like to find a cavity when it is small and repair it before there is major breakdown.

Cavities can form on various surfaces of your teeth.  Some people are more prone to certain types of cavities than others:

  • The most common type of cavity forms in the deep grooves and fissures found on the chewing surfaces of your teeth.  Bacteria can easily hide out in these areas and some people struggle to brush them away.  This deep grooves are the main reason most dentist's recommend sealants at a young age.  These cavities are usually found with a dentist's explorer.  Your tooth is made of the hardest substance in the human body so it should feel solid when tested by your dentist.  If a soft or sticky spot is found by the explorer this is the most common indication that there is a cavity.  
  • The next most common type of cavity is found between your teeth.  These are cavities prevented by flossing.  They usually form when bacteria collect just below the spot where neighboring teeth contact each other.  These types of cavities are usually found with our routine bitewing x-rays.
  • Another common area to get a cavity is along the gum line.  Dental plaque is easily formed along the gum line.  On the lingual side (the side of your tooth facing your tongue), plaque formation is less common because it is routinely washed away by your tongue.  It is much more common on the buccal side (the side of your tooth facing your lips and cheeks) and special effort must be made to brush it away. These cavities are detected visually or again by running the dental explorer across the tooth surfaces looking for breakdown.
  • Another very common type of decay is called recurrent decay.  This is decay found along the margins of an existing restoration (a filling, crown, etc.)  The margin is where a dental restoration meets your tooth.  Microscopic bacteria hide on any ledge, crevice, or crack that they can find and this junction between your restoration and your tooth is an ideal space no matter how well the restoration is done.  For this reason it is very important to be mindful of the dental work you have in your mouth and take extra care to maintain it.

If you're concerned that you might have a cavity and would like it evaluated, please give us a call at Buxton Family Dental!

Teeth can only feel one thing - pain.  Fortunately, we live in a day and age where that pain can be eliminated in order to repair and preserve teeth.  There is a wide variety of gadgets and techniques that have been developed to make getting numb easier,  but sadly, needles are still involved with the vast majority of those methods.    At Buxton Family Dental we take great pride in our ability to make dental care as comfortable as possible even for people with a fear of needles.  With a little extra time and patience getting numb does not have to be a miserable experience. 

First we rub a very strong topical anesthetic onto your cheek to start the numbing process.  Next we warm our anesthetic so that it is body temperature.  When the anesthetic is placed the key is to go very, very slowly.  Many people believe that the pinch they feel comes from the needle itself, but most of that discomfort actually comes from the local anesthetic delivered to the tissues.  Once the anesthetic has had adequate time to work, we can begin fixing your tooth, but we always go cautiously to make sure your teeth are comfortable.  Every individual is different.  If you take extra time or extra anesthetic to get numb, we'll note it for the next time.  If you have any dental anxiety about this part of dentistry, we're more than happy to help and give you the extra care you need!

TMJ stands for temporomandibular joint. This joint between your jaw and your skull is the only joint of its kind in your body. Unfortunately, it can be the source of many painful problems for some people. If you experience joint pain, headaches, muscle pain, nighttime grinding and clenching, or similar symptoms, you may be suffering from TMD or temporomandibular disorder.

TMD can be caused by misaligned teeth, traumatic injury, or muscular habits often triggered by stress. At Buxton Family Dental, we can treat many TMJ issues with a simple appliance that will help guide your jaw into a more comfortable position and protect the teeth. Typically, these appliances are worn at night while sleeping, which is when most of the problems occur. Other cases require daytime use, which necessitates an appliance that is a little more discreet for appearance’s sake.

Periodically, we’ll meet a patient whose TMD case is much more complicated in nature and requires the aid of a specialist. There is still no specialty recognized by the American Dental Association that strictly focuses on TMJ treatment; however, many general dentists and various specialists focus heavily on this type of treatment so they can help these more complicated cases. Come on in for a consultation and we’d be happy to help you decide what type of treatment you need.

As a general dentist, Dr. Kendell Buxton has the training and expertise to provide comprehensive dental care for you and your family. He worked in numerous dental practices around the country before he opened Buxton Family Dental and that knowledge and experience allow him to provide all the essential services needed to keep your smile healthy and beautiful.

Some of the services we provide are:

  • Children’s dentistry
  • Prevention, including cleanings, exams, and x-rays
  • Gentle periodontal treatment
  • Tooth-colored fillings
  • Restorations, including crowns, bridges, and dental implants
  • Root canal therapy
  • Cosmetic services like teeth whitening and bonding

While Dr. Buxton is a highly skilled professional, he also recognizes the essential role that trained specialists play in your dental care. We maintain close relationships with an exceptional group of professionals in the Fort Collins area, so you can be confident that you are in the best possible hands if we feel a referral is appropriate.

If you are interested in experiencing high-quality dentistry in a warm and welcoming setting, please call Buxton Family Dental. Our team will go out of their way to show you how much we value you as a patient and how happy we are that you are taking care of your oral health.

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Kendell Buxton DDS
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Dr. Buxton is originally from a small town in Cache Valley of northern Utah. Cache Valley is home to Utah State University, where Dr. Buxton began his undergraduate studies in 1998.  After completion of his coursework at USU, he moved to the Midwest, where he earned his dental degree at The Ohio State University College of Dentistry in 2008. Since that time, he has worked in several outstanding private practices in Ohio, New Mexico, and now Colorado.

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