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…
General dentistry
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…
What Are Impacted Wisdom Teeth?

Evolution isn’t always tidy and linear. For example, we have smaller jaws than our ancestors thousands of years ago, but most of our bodies haven’t adapted by generating fewer teeth. Two-thirds of us create the same amount of teeth as early humans. These late-developing extra molars are called wisdom teeth and they pose unique oral…
How To Make Brushing Your Teeth A Habit

Brushing and flossing your teeth twice a day is one of the best things you can do to maintain good dental health. You’ve probably heard us say that more than once, at The Fort Union Dentist in Midvale. Not many patients like to admit it, but studies show that some people have a hard time…
It’s A Great Time To Have Ugly Teeth!

You read that right: it’s a great time to have ugly teeth. It really is true! Cosmetic dentistry from The Fort Union Dentist in Midvale offers a range of procedures that can transform unattractive teeth into something memorable. One of the most-requested procedures here is teeth whitening. Many of our patients have tried various over-the-counter…
9 Tips For Preventing Gum Disease

Gum disease is a leading cause of tooth loss in the United States. But it is a preventable disease, and also treatable, at The Fort Union Dentist in Midvale. Here are some simple ways to keep your teeth and gums healthy. Brush your teeth for two to three minutes, at least twice a day, with…
Get Your Teeth In Shape, Salt Lake City!

Regular exercise is essential to good health. When you’re physically fit then you look better, and more important, you feel better! And as we remind our patients here at The Fort Union Dentist in Midvale, that goes for keeping your teeth in good shape, too! If your eyes are the window to your soul, then…
5 Cavity Basics

Preventing tooth decay is one of the main reasons people come to us, at The Fort Union Dentist in Midvale. In this blog post, we’ll describe five things you need to know about cavities. 1. Cavities are also called caries or tooth decay. When a tooth is permanently damaged in the hard surface, tiny openings…
Super Smiles Have Strong Enamel

Did you know that enamel is the hardest substance in the body? It’s true! Found on the outer surface of your teeth, enamel is meant to last a lifetime, and with the help of regular checkups at the Fort Union Dentist in Midvale, it can. Enamel may be super strong, but you still have to…
Swollen Gums?

If you are worried about swollen gums or an aching tooth, you’re are not alone. You should have your symptoms checked out right away, because they could be a sign of gum disease, a serious but treatable condition at The Fort Union Dentist in Midvale. Gum disease is progressive. Before it reaches the advanced stage…