Primary teeth are important. Children need them to speak, and of course to eat. Those first teeth also preserve space for the permanent teeth to come in and take their place. That’s why we pay such close attention to them, at The Sugar House Dentist in Salt Lake City. Artifical Space Maintainers Keep Teeth From…
Dental health
3 Tips To Make Brushing Count
Categories: Dental health, Family Dentistry
At The Sugar House Dentist in Salt Lake City we are big advocates of good dental health, and really promote regular brushing and flossing. Since we’re a dental practice that should come as no surprise! Many of our patients bring questions with them to their checkups, like which toothpaste to use or proper tools and…
Chipped Tooth? No Need To Panic
Categories: Dental health, Emergency dentistry
Your teeth are among the strongest parts of your body, but they are not invincible. Far from it! A fall, a collision, or any number of other accidents can result in a chipped or broken tooth. If it happens to you or a loved one, don’t panic: contact The Sugar House Dentist in Salt Lake…
Who’s Afraid Of The Big, Bad…Dentist?
Millions of people get so worked up about dental appointments that they skip the dentist entirely. At The Sugar House Dentist in Salt Lake City we understand that dental anxiety is a very real thing, and that for some people it’s more like dental phobia. But skipping the dentist is not a good idea. Sedation…
Advanced Dental Technology At The Sugar House Dentist
Categories: Dental health, Family Dentistry
This post from The Sugar House Dentist in Salt Lake City describes how behind-the-scenes dental technology helps us serve our patients. CAD/CAM CAD (computer-aided design) and CAM (computer-aided manufacturing) are used for many restorative services. These include same-day inlays/onlays and crowns. Dentists who offer dental implants can use CAD/CAM technology in every phase of the…
Is Tooth Decay Contagious?
Categories: Dental health, Family Dentistry
This post from The Sugar House Dentist in Salt Lake City is about dental health and tooth decay. Your mouth has a thriving community of bacteria. There are from 200-300 types, but most don’t cause tooth decay. Bacteria that cause tooth decay are in the mutans streptococcus family. The bacteria mix with sugar to create…
Are Dental Implants An Option If I Have Receding Gums?
Categories: Dental health, Dental implant
The best candidates for dental implants are people whose gums and jawbone are healthy. Receding gums are a major roadblock for getting implants, but it is not an insurmountable problem at The Sugar House Dentist in Salt Lake City. Dental implants have a success rate of greater than ninety percent. But in order to success…
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 Sugar House Dentist in Salt Lake City, it can. Enamel may be super strong, but you still…
Let’s Make A Plan
If you’re like most of us, you’d like the best smile possible. Have you given much thought to improving yours? At The Sugar House Dentist in Salt Lake City we have some thoughts on that. Cosmetic dentistry can make a huge difference, but a great smile comes down to making a plan and sticking to…
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Categories: Dental health, Family Dentistry
At The Sugar House Dentist in Salt Lake City we are committed to providing the best possible dental care for our patients. We want each one to be well-informed about their dental health and the services we provide them. We view ourselves as your first line of defense against dental issues. When you come in…
