Most people notice their teeth getting dull as the years go by. Maybe duller teeth is the least of our worries as we age! On the other hand, who doesn’t want a beautiful smile? At The Fort Union Dentist in Midvale UT, we use cosmetic dentistry to improve smiles every day! There are lots of…
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Are Floss Picks As Good As Regular Dental Floss?
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
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…
Teen Teeth: Adolescent Oral Health
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
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…
Into The Thick Of It, The Skinny On Toothpaste
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
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…
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,…
When it Comes to Your Smile, Don’t Settle For Less
No one likes to settle for less than the best, especially with something as important as your smile. At The Fort Union Dentist in Midvale UT, we have cosmetic dentistry solutions that improve any smile. As the years go by, teeth naturally lose their youthful luster. They are also subjected to any number of unforeseen…
Which Type of Toothbrush is Best?
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
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…
Are You Watching For Cavities?
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
Tooth decay is one of the most common health problems there is. Are you doing everything you can to prevent it? In this post from The Fort Union Dentist in Midvale UT, we have some practical ideas that can help. Avoid Refined Sugar This one is probably obvious, but avoiding sugar should be your number…
