by Spencer Updike | Aug 15, 2017 | Uncategorized
Protect Your Smile with Dental Crowns in Salt Lake City Dental crowns are coverings made from ceramic or metal that protects broken or decayed teeth. When fillings aren’t enough to repair your teeth, your dentist may recommend a crown instead. Crowns can also help...
by Spencer Updike | Aug 2, 2017 | Uncategorized
After a long, fun summer break, it can be difficult to get back into the swing of things when school comes around. Your kids might be used to the long days and late nights, not to mention an odd routine with traveling or a summer job. As you prepare for school to...
by Spencer Updike | Jul 26, 2017 | Uncategorized
7 Foods and Drinks that Surprisingly Prevent Tooth Decay We’ve all heard that we’re supposed to brush after every meal, but did you know there are actually certain foods that prevent tooth decay? They aren’t a replacement for brushing, but it’s good to know which...
by Spencer Updike | Jul 15, 2017 | Uncategorized
What to Expect After a Root Canal When most of us think of getting a root canal, the first thing that comes to mind is pain. We often sarcastically liken the miserable things in life to it—“That sounds about as fun as a root canal”—as if there’s no worse thing we...
by Spencer Updike | Jun 26, 2017 | Uncategorized
Do You Know How Much Power Your Smile Holds? Your smile is the silent greeting that you present to the world, but what is actually going on while you are flashing that smile? Is it affecting your mood? Is it affecting your health? You may be surprised to find out that...
by Spencer Updike | Jun 21, 2017 | Uncategorized
What’s the Difference Between Amalgam and Composite Fillings? Two options that dental patients have for treating their cavities are amalgam or composite fillings. Composite fillings are white and blend in with the color of the patient’s teeth, while amalgam...
by Spencer Updike | Apr 18, 2017 | Healthy Teeth
5 Foods to Avoid for Healthier Teeth Most of us are aware that candy and sugary drinks will rot our teeth, while coffee will stain them. However, there are other foods to also avoid if you want optimal dental health. Here are five that you might not have thought...
by Spencer Updike | Apr 6, 2017 | Uncategorized
Oral Cancer Self Examination: What Should You Look for? Just like with any other type of cancer, early detection of oral cancer increases your chance of beating it and maintaining a fairly normal life. The key to catching it early is performing regular...
by Spencer Updike | Mar 23, 2017 | Uncategorized
Oral Health Tips for Babies Oral health care first starts at home and at an early age. The appropriate preventative steps to prevent tooth decay in children should start before your baby cuts their first tooth. Even though your child’s baby teeth will be replaced by...
by Spencer Updike | Mar 10, 2017 | Healthy Teeth
What Causes Tooth Sensitivity? Eating and drinking is a necessary part of the human condition. Eating ice cream, indulging in sweets, and enjoying a hot cup of coffee should be pleasurable experiences. For some, tooth sensitivity prevents the enjoyment of food and...
