Implants vs. Bridges: Know The Facts

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In this blog post from The Sugar House Dentist in Salt Lake City we’re going to talk about dental bridges, and how they stack up against dental implants. While dental bridges have restored smiles for generations, they are not without drawbacks. One is keeping them clean. Many people find it all but impossible to keep the…

Is Tooth Decay Contagious?

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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?

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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…

Protect Young Smiles From Childhood Tooth Decay

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At The Sugar House Dentist in Salt Lake City, we get it. Parents have a lot to worry about when it comes to their child’s health and safety. Committing to daily oral hygiene will prevent the pain, inconvenience, and expense of dealing with decay in children. Even though most moms and dads know the basics…