If you feel tooth sensitivity when you sip coffee or bite into ice cream, The Fort Union Dentist in Midvale is here for you. Millions of Americans have sensitive teeth. Problems with hot and cold foods and drinks are one of the most common complaints. Tactile issues – biting or chewing hard foods – is…
Dental health
3 Reasons Not To Skip A Dental Checkup
Life gets busy. Sometimes it seems impossible to keep up with everything you need to do. At The Fort Union Dentist in Midvale, we understand that. (Life gets busy for us, too!) But we encourage you to think twice before you cancel or postpone a dental checkup because you think it’s less important than the…
15 Things You Didn’t Know About Teeth
Teeth are alive, but it’s easy to forget that and take them for granted. At The Fort Union Dentist in Midvale we never take teeth for granted – but then, as dental professionals we probably understand better than most just how amazing teeth can be. We’re using this blog post to share some of the…
Let’s Work Together To Keep Your Smile Healthy And Beautiful
At The Fort Union Dentist in Midvale, we remind our patients that good dental health is the result of two things: what we do in our office and what you do at home. We recommend regular cleanings and checkups here at the office: on average, every six months. Your teeth get a thorough cleaning, and we…
5 Ways To Floss Daily
If you’ve noticed that you’re too tired to floss your teeth each night, this post from The Fort Union Dentist in Midvale is for you. We want to give you a few ideas for unique times to floss, since it’s an essential part of your daily dental health routine. If you’re an early riser, try…
Do I Need A Dental Cleaning If I Brush And Floss At Home?
This blog post from The Fort Union Dentist in Midvale focuses on professional teeth cleanings. You might wonder if you need a professional dental cleaning if you already brush and floss every day at home. The answer is yes: both are important, because they work together to maintain your dental health. We encourage patients to…
Gap-Tooth Smiles Aren’t Quite As Adorable Anymore
Have you lost teeth? It’s a lot different than when you lost your baby teeth way back in the day. Unfortunately, adult teeth don’t grow back. But with a dental implant from The Fort Union Dentist in Midvale, it might seem like a missing tooth has. A dental implant is a titanium post that is…
Do You Have Periodontal Disease?
Gum disease is more common than you might think. At The Fort Union Dentist in Midvale we see patients with gum disease almost every day. It’s as serious matter, because gum disease is a leading cause of tooth loss. Some people aren’t even aware they have it until we see it during a checkup. It’s…
Health Habits To Keep You Smiling
In this post from The Fort Union Dentist in Midvale, we focus on behaviors that influence dental health. Of course, regular brushing and flossing are two important habits for healthy teeth, but there are many more things we can do to keep a healthy smile. Diet Do’s Do eat a nutritious diet with a variety…
How Long Will A Dental Crown Last?
Dental crowns from The Fort Union Dentist in Midvale are a versatile restoration. A crown adds strength to a tooth that has a large filling or been damaged. A crown is usually necessary after a root canal. In a dental implant procedure, a crown is the final step. Dental crowns are made from a variety…