S. Kent Lauson
Dentist
14991 East Hampden Avenue Suite 300 Aurora Colorado, 80014About
S. Kent Lauson, DDS, MS, works at Aurora Orthodontics and TMJ in Aurora, Colorado. He specializes in complex orthodontic cases, sleep apnea, TMJ treatment, and dentofacial orthopedics. He is well known for restoring people's smiles without any removal of teeth. Voted a Platinum Elite practice, Dr. Lauson is also the author of Straight Talk about Crooked Teeth, a book about orthodontics practice.
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Education and Training
University of Iowa
Board Certification
Additional Certification in Periodontics
Provider Details
S. Kent Lauson's Expert Contributions
Do teeth get weak after braces?
In general, healthy teeth do not have a problem being moved with orthodontic treatment with either braces or clear aligners. However if a patient undergoing orthodontic treatment has trauma (receiving a blow) damage can occur just like a person not under going orthodontic treatment. Go ahead with your orthodontic treatment with a qualified dentist. The benefits far outlay any risks. READ MORE
How should I clean my teeth with braces?
Great question. Braces can present a challenge with cleaning the teeth to maintain them in health while treatment is occurring. Swollen gums and the creation of white spots on teeth can occur as plaque forms to produce acid. The answer: I recommend always using an electric toothbrush for two minutes at least twice a day. Manual toothbrushes alone just don’t get the job done, but should be used after meals. Additionally, the Water Flosser can be very beneficial where regular flossing is not practical and should be used at least once a day. This protocal is also recommended for those without braces and can maintain a healthy set of teeth along with that beautiful smile. The use of clear aligners in treatment has helped to maintain ideal cleaning of teeth. READ MORE
Is jaw surgery necessary for a crossbite?
The simple answer to the question: “I have a crossbite and want to fix it. Is jaw surgery necessary for a crossbite?” is no! Cross bites are the result of deficient bone structure in the maxilla. An anterior cross bite can be corrected by orthopedic correction of the pre-maxilla and posterior cross bites by simple expansion of the maxilla. This can be done at any age, in spite of the much believed false information that surgery is necessary. For more information on this, please refer to my published books Straight Talk about Crooked Teeth and The NEO Way, available on Amazon. Kindly, S. Kent Lauson, DDS, MS, Orthodontist. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Speaks by Invite on Subjects including Orthodontics, TMJ, Sleep Apnea, etc. -
Awards
- Best of Aurora 2007 and 2008 for Orthodontists by the US Local Business Association
Internships
- Two Years in USAF Dental Force studying Periodontics
Professional Society Memberships
- American Association of Orthodontists, Rocky Mountain Society of Orthodontists, Colorado Association of Orthodontists, American Association for Functional Orthodontics, American Dental Association, Colorado Dental Association, Metro Denver Dental Society, American Academy and Board of Head, Facial and Neck Pain and TMJ Orthopedics
Articles and Publications
- Book: Straight Talk about Crooked Teeth; Many Articles in Dental Journals
What do you attribute your success to?
- Being an Internal Truth Seeker and Committed to Offering the Best Treatment Available to Treat Patients and Thinking Outside the Box
Hobbies / Sports
- Tennis, Reading
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S. Kent Lauson's reviews
Write ReviewPatient Experience with Dr. Lauson
- Debra
Dr. Lauson is attentive and very knowledgeable. Would highly recommend!
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