If you tense up just thinking about going to the dentist, you may benefit from sedation dentistry offered by The Fort Union Dentist in Midvale UT. Millions of Americans stress out when they have to see the dentist. It is referred to as dental anxiety. There is a more severe form, too, called dental phobia.…
Dental health
Foaming At The Mouth: Are You Brushing Right?
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
In this post from The Fort Union Dentist in Midvale UT, we explore some specifics about brushing your teeth. One key to getting the most out of your toothpaste is getting plenty of foam when brushing. Working up a good foam is brought about by pre-wetting the toothbrush, then brushing at a 45 degree angle.…
Find A Few Minutes To Floss
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
One of the reasons people give for not flossing their teeth is that it’s hard to fit it into their daily schedule. The team at The Fort Union Dentist in Midvale wants to remind those folks that flossing their teeth is every bit as important to their dental health as brushing. It has an entirely…
What’s The Difference Between An Inlay And An Onlay?
This post from The Fort Union Dentist in Midvale describes the difference between two common restorations, the inlay and the onlay. If you have tooth sensitivity or pain when you chew, the surfaces of your molars may be damaged. One option for restoration is the use of an inlay or onlay. Inlays are very strong…
For A Healthier Smile, Stop Doing This
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
Your teeth can last a lifetime. With a few daily precautions and regular checkups at The Fort Union Dentist in Midvale, you’ll go a long way toward making sure they do. If you do any of the following, we recommend that you stop: Chewing sugared gum all day. Cavities, a sore jaw, or compromised bridgework…
The Fort Union Dentist Is Here For You
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
The Fort Union Dentist in Midvale is staffed by committed health care professionals who want the best possible dental health for every one of our patients. With daily home care and regular checkups in our office, your teeth can last a lifetime. As you may know, the link between dental health and overall health is …
Does Your Dentist Conjure Up Cavities?
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
Cavities can be filled, but it is better to prevent them in the first place. If your dentist seems to conjure up cavities at every visit, then it’s up to you to break the cycle. At The Fort Union Dentist in Midvale we are here to help you. How can you lift the cavity curse?…
Discover Why Patients Trust Their Smile To The Fort Union Dentist
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
There are a lot of dentists out there. That’s just one reason why we work so hard to provide excellent dental care and build patient trust, at The Fort Union Dentist in Midvale. We may provide the dentistry, but it’s not about us, it’s about you. From the dentist to the hygienist to the folks…
Cosmetic Dentistry vs. General Dentistry
This post from The Fort Union Dentist in Midvale describes the ways that general dentistry and cosmetic dentistry are different. General dentistry, also called family dentistry, is dedicated to preventing and treating oral diseases such as cavities and gum disease. When a problem is diagnosed, like a cavity between two teeth, a general dentist will…
The The Fort Union Dentist Guide To Preventing Gum Disease
Categories: Dental health, Gum disease
Here is a statistic that should make everyone sit up and take notice: nearly half of all Americans over the age of thirty have some form of gum disease. That works out to about sixty-five million people. Gum disease treatment is available at The Fort Union Dentist in Midvale. Gum disease is usually the result…