During consultations at The Sugar House Dentist in Salt Lake City, we are often asked about the success rate of implant placements. In case you are unfamiliar with dental implants, first let’s highlight what they are. What is a Dental Implant? A dental implant is a permanent replacement tooth root. It is inserted into the…
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Top 10 Reasons To Visit Your Dentist
Your smile deserves regular attention. If you haven’t seen us at The Sugar House Dentist in Salt Lake City lately, consider these important reasons why you should: Check Up: It’s time, and this is the best way to head off any dental problems. Clean Up: Our dental hygienist is ready to give you a super…
Tooth Implants: The Role Of The Abutment
Dental implant placement involves three main parts: The implant—also called a post or artificial tooth root The abutment—a connector piece The prosthesis—artifical tooth crown, dental bridge, or denture/partial denture In this article from The Sugar House Dentist in Salt Lake City, we talk about the critical connecting component, the abutment. What Is An Abutment? The…
Correcting Severe Dental Problems At The Sugar House Dentist
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry
Each separate restorative and cosmetic dentistry procedure performed at The Sugar House Dentist in Salt Lake City addresses a specific issue. A porcelain veneer can correct the surface of a tooth that is discolored or slightly misshapen. Dental bonding can fill a small chip in an otherwise healthy tooth. Some issues are more extensive and…
A Smile Like A Precious Gem
Would you like a remarkable smile? Do you have missing teeth? A dental implant from The Sugar House Dentist in Salt Lake City can restore your smile. What are dental implants? Dental implants are titanium rods or posts placed into the jaw. The posts fuse with your jawbone. The fusing (called ossification) takes 3-6 months.…
Floss Pick Facts For Salt Lake City
At The Sugar House Dentist in Salt Lake City we advise our patients to keep their teeth clean with regular brushing and flossing. But a lot of patients also want convenience, and use floss picks instead of standard dental floss (string floss). Floss picks are quite handy; there’s no denying that. They have a handle that…
7 Surprising Causes Of Bad Breath
People with chronic bad breath understand the embarrassment and frustration associated with this malady. In this article from The Sugar House Dentist in Salt Lake City, we look at several possible causes, some that are often overlooked: Poor oral hygiene Digestive problems Systemic infection Bacteria on dentures Gum disease Food particles on tonsils Dry mouth…
Why It’s Crucial To Replace Missing Back Teeth
Some people who lose a back tooth question whether to replace it. After all, it doesn’t show when you smile and there are other teeth to take over the chewing functions. At The Sugar House Dentist in Salt Lake City, we assure you: there are very good reasons to replace a back tooth with a dental…
The Final Step For A Tooth Implant: A Beautiful Crown
When you receive a a dental implant from The Sugar House Dentist in Salt Lake City, a crown is the final component. Let’s discuss the complex process required to fabricate a dental crown. Dental crowns can be fabricated with metal, ceramic (porcelain), resins, or varying combinations of these. Modern porcelain crowns are an engineering wonder.…
Get On Top Of Your To-Do List
Is it time to get your life back in order? Maybe you’ve let certain things slide: things like refilling a prescription, changing your furnace filter, getting your oil changed – or making a dental appointment with The Sugar House Dentist in Salt Lake City. If you’ve been pushing dental work onto the back burner, maybe…
