General dentistry

This message from The Fort Union Dentist in Midvale UT is about tooth enamel. Tooth enamel is the hardest substance in the body, and well-suited to protect your teeth. If you keep your tooth enamel healthy, you will avoid many dental ailments. Your risk of getting cavities goes way down. Your teeth will be less…

Proper nutrition can benefit you in many ways: increased energy, improved immunity, glowing skin, mental clarity, and a lower risk of heart disease and stroke. At The Fort Union Dentist in Midvale UT we ask: How often do you consider how your diet affects your dental health? Your diet influences your risk of cavities, enamel…

At The Fort Union Dentist in Midvale UT, we are huge advocates of daily brushing and flossing. No surprise there! We also understand that a lot of our patients want convenience. That’s why so many choose floss picks instead of ordinary string dental floss. We must admit, those little picks are handy. They usually have…

Most of us consume far too much sugar. That isn’t exactly a news flash, but at The Fort Union Dentist in Midvale UT we want to remind you what sugar does to teeth, and what you can do about it. We get cavities when acids in the mouth attack the enamel and dentin of the…

Are floss picks as good as regular floss? While it’s better to use a floss pick than to not floss at all, it’s important to note that floss picks can only clean a part of the tooth’s surface. At The Fort Union Dentist in Midvale UT, we recommend traditional floss or tape. Here’s why: A…

If you are a teenager or the parent of a teenager, this The Fort Union Dentist in Midvale UT post is for you. We’ll discuss dental issues of special concern to adolescents. Dental risks for teens include both developmental and lifestyle-related factors. At our practice, we see decay and gum disease far too often in…

At The Fort Union Dentist in Midvale UT we urge all of our patients to brush and floss their teeth at least twice a day. This very good habit is the single most important thing you can do to maintain your dental health. What kind of toothpaste should you use? There is no one-size-fits-all product…

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…