Dental implants are tooth replacement marvels that have been placed in millions of people. They look and function just like the real thing, and are available at The Fort Union Dentist in Midvale UT. Technically, dental implants are not replacement teeth. The actual implant is a titanium post that is inserted into your jaw. In…
Dental health
There Is Hope For Denture Wearers
The condition of your teeth has a big impact on your quality of life. Denture wearers understand this all too well. Now there is a better option than conventional dentures: implant-supported dentures from The Fort Union Dentist in Midvale UT. Conventional dentures rest against the gums. They can irritate soft tissue, and make breathing, eating,…
Can You Completely Restore a Smile With Several Missing Teeth?
People who have lost one or more of their natural teeth may think they will never again be able to eat normally, let alone smile without wanting to cover gaps in their teeth. There is good news: dental implants like those available from The Fort Union Dentist in Midvale UT can restore your eating ability,…
When it Comes to Your Smile, Don’t Settle For Less
No one likes to settle for less than the best, especially with something as important as your smile. At The Fort Union Dentist in Midvale UT, we have cosmetic dentistry solutions that improve any smile. As the years go by, teeth naturally lose their youthful luster. They are also subjected to any number of unforeseen…
Which Type of Toothbrush is Best?
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
Is an electric toothbrush better than a manual toothbrush for cleaning your teeth? In this article from The Fort Union Dentist in Midvale UT, we won’t recommend one over the other. We’re just going to take a close look at the electric toothbrush. Electric toothbrushes have been commercially available in the United States since the…
Are You Watching For Cavities?
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
Tooth decay is one of the most common health problems there is. Are you doing everything you can to prevent it? In this post from The Fort Union Dentist in Midvale UT, we have some practical ideas that can help. Avoid Refined Sugar This one is probably obvious, but avoiding sugar should be your number…
Tooth Implant Placement: Before, During, After
Dental implants are rapidly becoming the tooth replacement option of choice. Millions of Americans have chosen implants, like those available at The Fort Union Dentist in Midvale UT. Once the decision is made, patients usually want to know what’s involved every step of the way. Before the Procedure It begins with a consultation and preliminary…
Call Them What You Will, Just Keep Them Healthy
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
Chompers. Pearly Whites. Dents. Gnashers. Grills. While you can switch up what you call them, at The Fort Union Dentist in Midvale UT, we advise you to never switch up a well-engrained oral health routine. Practicing proper oral hygiene daily will pay off throughout your life. You’ll prevent tooth decay, plaque, and gum disease, not…
4 Reasons To Look For The ADA Seal
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
Here’s a suggestion from The Fort Union Dentist in Midvale UT: when you go to the store for dental products, be sure that what you choose has the American Dental Association Seal of Acceptance. Here are four ways the ADA seal can help you make good oral care choices for you and your family. Products…
Yes, We Treat Bad Breath
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
At The Fort Union Dentist in Midvale UT, dental patients often ask us if mouthwash cures bad breath. We tell them that treating bad breath with a mouthwash is like drenching yourself with cologne instead of taking a shower. Mouthwash is only a temporary mask for odor caused by poor oral hygiene, tongue bacteria, or…
