Tooth loss isn’t just a problem for older adults—accidents, trauma, or medical conditions can leave individuals in their 30s and 40s facing this challenge. While dentures may seem like an extreme solution for younger adults, they can be a practical and effective choice. Whether due to sports injuries, car accidents, or severe infections, the Fort…
Restorative dentistry
Catch Cavities Before They Catch You: The Importance of Early Detection

Catching cavities early is essential for maintaining your oral health and preventing more serious dental issues. Cavities develop when plaque, a sticky film of bacteria, breaks down tooth enamel, leading to decay. If left untreated, a small cavity can quickly progress into a larger problem, potentially requiring more extensive treatments like root canals or extractions.…
Captivate Audiences Once Again

Remember when being a five-year-old with a few missing teeth charmed friends and family? When a lisp was considered adorable and endearing? Doesn’t really work for adults. At The Fort Union Dentist in Midvale UT we can restore missing teeth with lifelike dental implants. A single-tooth dental implant consists of three parts: the implant itself,…
Why Is The 4-Step Tooth Implant Timeline Necessary?

Dental implants from The Fort Union Dentist in Midvale UT are state-of-the-art in tooth replacement. The process for getting an implant takes two to six months, but don’t let that discourage you. Each stage of the procedure is important. It’s not a drawback; it is indicative of the permanent nature of an implant. The Dental…
Say Goodbye To Old Amalgam Fillings

Can you remember what your teeth looked like before you had your first cavity? If you are like most of us, you got some cavities fairly young, and the ubiquitous silver fillings that were once standard. At The Fort Union Dentist in Midvale UT there is a better option. Composite fillings can be made to…
Are Dental Implants Experimental?

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…
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,…
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…
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…