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5 Reasons to See a Periodontist

Jun 1, 2020

During this Pandemic of COVID-19, our office is taking extra precautions to ensure your safety. Drs Dr. Heller, Beckman, Thousand, Hyer, and Versman want to be sure that all existing and potential new patients feel safe and comfortable when they arrive at the office....

Eliminating the Fear of the Unknown: Your Questions Answered Regarding Returning to Periodontal Associates

May 24, 2020

In the current climate of the COVID-19 pandemic, we know that our patients may have concerns about returning to a medical setting like Periodontal Associates. Drs Heller, Beckman, Thousand, and Versman have taken the American Dental Association and Colorado Dental...

Why Flossing Is Important

May 24, 2019

Flossing Helps in the Long Run Every six months, you visit the dentist for a cleaning -- and likely a lecture about the importance of flossing. But if you're like many dental patients, the advice travels in one ear and out the other -- much like, well, dental floss...

Dental Implants – An Overview of the Process

Feb 8, 2019

When Is It Possible For Dental Implants To Be Placed? Single-tooth dental implants can be used in people who are missing one or more teeth. An implant is surgically placed in an opening that your dentist makes in the jawbone. After the implant integrates (attaches) to...

Ancient Beeswax Filling

Mar 2, 2018

The World's Oldest Dental Filling... From Beeswax? The discovery of a 6,500-year-old piece of beeswax shines new light on ancient dentistry. When you think about fillings, more times than not, the last thing to come to mind is beeswax (unless Dr. Heller is...

Floss Preferences

Feb 23, 2018

Floss: Wax On or Wax Off? The first step to establishing proper dental care techniques is finding products that fit every personal need and preference. For example, do you prefer hand held toothbrushes versus electric, or do you prefer floss that is coated with wax...

Political Teeth

Feb 14, 2018

Mouth Full of Wood? Happy President's Day! President's Day is often a day for people to sleep in late, hang with friends, and enjoy one less day of work. However, the origin and history of President's day is often forgotten, and Drs. Versman, Heller,...

February Dental Month

Feb 7, 2018

Are your Two & Four-legged Kids Brushing? February is a month filled with many holidays such as President’s Day, Valentine’s Day, Groundhog Day, Mardi Gras, and many others. However, February is also a great month in dentistry! February celebrates National...

Eating Disorders and your Teeth

Feb 1, 2018

Eating Disorders and your Teeth It is currently estimated that 10 million Americans are affected today by an eating disorder such as bulimia, anorexia, and binge eating. The consequences from such destructive eating habits range wildly and are dangerous to one's...

Dads, Be Brave!

Jan 26, 2018

Want your kids to be friendly and fear free at the dentist? It is up to you, Dads! A new study reveals that parent’s attitude towards oral health and dental visits predict how their children will react in the same situations. It is a good thing Dr. Doug Heller is a...

Holiday Cavities

Dec 22, 2017

Holiday Cravings and Cavities Happy Hanukah, Merry Christmas, and Happy Kwanzaa from your friends at Periodontal Associates - the dental implant team! With the Holiday season among us and treats eaten, carols sung, parties thrown, and gifts given, Dr. Versman, Dr....

Chemo and Oral Health

Dec 1, 2017

Oral Health and Chemotherapy Periodontist or oncologist? For those dealing with cancer treatment, a relationship with your oncologist may be just as important as the one with your dentist. Chemotherapy offers many positives in preventing the growth of cancers;...

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Jessica Wearp
Dr. Heller and team were recommended to me by my orthodontist for a gum graft and they were FANTASTIC! On my first visit Dr. Heller explained the procedure and answered my questions thoroughly. He was personable and had a great sense of humor, which put me at ease. The office staff worked with my insurance and communicated the financial arrangements so there were no surprises. During the procedure I felt only minimal discomfort at one point, but otherwise I was completely numb. The recovery was bearable but I did take pain medication for a few weeks as needed. I didn't feel comfortable speaking for several days, which probably varies based on the extent of surgery (I canceled Zoom meetings and calls the week after). While no one wants a gum graft, after having it done I wish I would've scheduled it earlier -- don't wait if you need one! Had I gone in earlier, I could have avoided some bone loss. Just make sure to stock up on smoothie and soup ingredients before the procedure. Dr. Heller made me feel comfortable throughout the whole process and now, 6 weeks later, I have a much healthier and attractive smile.
A Google User
Dr. Jenna Hyre is an exceptional Periodontist. I was introduced to her when she was in her last few months of residency at the University of Texas San Antonio Periodontics. My first visit with Dr. Hyre was warm and welcoming. Dr. Hyre conducted a thorough examination of the issues I had. She explained in great detail the processes and procedures that were required to fix the years of bone loss and receding gums. More importantly she listened to me and answered all of my questions. I had many visits with Dr. Hyre, each one of them better than the last. Dr. Hyre performed extractions, bone graphs, pocket reconstruction and guided tissue regeneration. Her attention to detail and the work she performed is beyond amazing. I personally thank her for the wonderful experience and her professionalism throughout all of my visits. I highly recommend Dr. Hyre and wish her all the best as she furthers her career.
Brigitte Ades
Love the teamwork here! Talk about having fun while going to the dentist, yes it is true. You can have fun and get great work done. Whenever I need anything done the team from Periodontal Associates is there. I am thrilled to leave a review for this group of dentist. They are simply amazing
Valerie Farrar
I've had the best experience with this office. I have had some terrible experiences in the pass with different places. They made me feel comfortable and I couldn't have a better team to tend to all my dental needs. They take the time to really care by reaching out to check on you, and getting your emergency taken care asap even during a pandemic.
Laurie Kincer
Dr. Hyer was patient and professional when she did my implant. I was apprehensive and she put me at ease immediately. I can’t recommend her highly enough. You will be happy to work with her and you’ll be smiling even brighter under her professional care.
Melissa H.
Let's be honest here - there is nothing fun about having gum surgery. However, the staff and Dr. Heller were as good as it gets with regard to my treatment....
Bridget B.
Wow, from the moment I walked in I felt welcome. Super nice people and caring. I am a chicken and do not like dentist anything. Doctor Heller explained...
Paul Beauchamp
Dr. Dan Thousand and staff were amazing. Having gum grafting done is not a pleasant experience by any means, but I was very impressed with Dan Thousand and his staff through this whole process. Several things Dan Thousand and I discussed really resinated with me, such as how damaging smoking cigarettes is to the tissue inside my mouth, ect. Long story short, I took everything Dan Thousand said to heart and I was able to quit smoking as result of this surgery, and for me this is a very huge accomplishment. Dan and I actually celebrated 46 days of no smoking on my final follow up today. I was very pleased at the results of the surgery as I no longer have any negative areas of gum recession in my mouth. The day of the surgery was a very difficult day due to the pain, but it was very nice to receive a call from their office checking up on me to see how I was doing. The follow up phone call was very comforting. I would highly recommend Dr. Dan Thousand and his staff to anyone who ever needs to have gum grafting done. 😃
Sara Kluhsman
Dr. Thousand is pure genius! He fixed a failing implant & placed a new 1 as well. I will never go anywhere else. That man preforms miracles!
Karen Pelling Levine
Dr. Doug Heller is one of three of the doctors that make up the driving force in my efforts to save my teeth and my overall health. What started out as one broken tooth led to the possibility of my losing all of my teeth to gum disease. Panicked, I reached for a second opinion and found Dr. Heller, along with my regular Dentist & Orthodontist. I am now the proud owner of only 5 implants, as opposed to full upper and lower implants OR full dentures. Though dental procedures are hardly fun, Dr. Heller and his staff have made it a smooth process, from financial to face-changing....I couldn't be happier. 😁 You be the judge. My profile pic, there on the left, is a fine example of their handiwork.
Double Bonus: Doorbell just rang. Beautiful plant has just arrived to cheer me in my recovery....Thank you, Dr. Heller and your wonderful Staff!
Jerome Gilmer
I was sent to Dr. Beckman on a referral from my dentist because of a slightly loose tooth. Dr. Beckman evaluated the situation and recommended a gum graft and bite adjustment. It is now six weeks since the procedure, and while the recovery was not painless, it was pretty much exactly as he said it would be. Upon evaluation earlier this week it was clear that the procedure was successful.
Dr. Beckman and the staff were very nice, supportive and professional and I would highly recommend this practice to anyone needing this kind of help.
Tori Horton Hamill
Dr Beckman performed a gum graft. I was nervous, but he explained everything clearly and thoroughly. The staff were very accommodating when I had to reschedule and they keep the schedule flowing on time so I was not sitting and waiting beyond the appointment time. The only downside was having to ask multiple times about the cost and what my calculated out of pocket would be. Would definitely recommend.
Ashley Singletary
5 stars! Dr. Beckman and the entire office staff provide superior customer service and care. I recently had a gum graft performed and from the very first meeting I felt at ease. Dr. Beckman took his time explaining the procedure and patiently answered any questions I had. On the day of the procedure they go the extra mile to make sure you are comfortable- they use top of the line medical treatment for an effective procedure and speedy recovery. The team was very supportive and available through the entire process and even calls to check on you post procedure. I highly recommend Dr. Beckman and his team!
Doris Binder
I needed to get some implants and Dr. Heller was recommended. Thankfully, he was absolutely wonderful. I wasn't sure what to expect, but he explained everything that needed be done and the procedure began. Now it's not an over night process, but the weeks after each step was a piece of cake. I am so happy with my implants. I had to have a tooth pulled a few weeks ago, and I don't know how he does it, but I had zero pain, no complications and I needed no pain Meds. The staff is so friendly and I highly recommend them.
Kenneth McCall
Jan Bernstein
Dr. Beckman and the staff couldn't have been nicer or more professional. I highly recommend the practice to anyone in need of a periodontist.
Chelsy LaForce
Dr. Heller and the rest of the team is absolutely amazing. They are super helpful through the entire process and I knew I was in great hands. Thank you so much!
Terry Lavitt Seiver
Aprille Tripler Moore
Dr. Beckman and the entire staff at Periodontal Associates are amazing! Dr. Beckman performed a gum graft procedure on me and to my surprise and relief I felt no pain. Not during the procedure or post op. The entire experience from consult through my last follow up appointment was topnotch.
Terry Sandahl
I have been a patient of first Dr. Versman and then Dr. Heller for over 20 years. This is an amazing periodontal group! I feel so comfortable having them take care of my needs~and there have been many! Dr. Heller is so easy going and I never feel like whatever he does will fail. They have a great support staff too! All their assistants are competent and friendly, and my hygienist Michelle is the best! Love these guys and wouldn't think of going anywhere else!