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…
Restorative dentistry
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…
What are Implant-Stabilized Dentures?
Categories: Dental implant, Restorative dentistry
Imagine being able to replace your missing teeth with dentures that are so stable, they seem more like natural teeth than ordinary dentures ever could. With implant-supported dentures from The Fort Union Dentist in Midvale you don’t have to imagine: they’re here. Anyone who wears ordinary dentures knows how difficult it is to keep them…
Dental Crowns Solve Dental Dilemmas
Categories: Restorative dentistry
A dental crown is a strong, natural-looking tooth restoration that covers the top of a damaged tooth. At The Fort Union Dentist in Midvale we use dental crowns to solve a number of dental dilemmas. Crowns can remedy the following issues: A broken tooth with decay An ill-fitting existing crown A decayed tooth that has…
What Does A Missing Tooth Say About You?
Categories: Dental implant, Restorative dentistry
When you meet someone who is missing a front tooth, what does that say to you? Do you start making assumptions about them? It isn’t fair, but we are often judged by appearance. A missing front tooth can be addressed with a dental implant from The Fort Union Dentist in Midvale. A dental implant is…
