Countless people have replaced missing teeth with dental implants from The Sugar House Dentist in Salt Lake City. Unlike a bridge, a dental implant consists of a titanium post anchored to the jaw bone. The bone fuses with the post to create a strong base for the natural-looking prosthetic tooth and crown that attaches to…
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What Does A Beautiful Smile Say About You?
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
It’s not just about looks. According to a study by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, a healthy and attractive smile makes you appear more intelligent, successful, friendly and interesting. Cosmetic dentistry from The Sugar House Dentist in Salt Lake City can give you a beautiful new smile. Our smile makeover patients have expressed that…
Our Dental Team Takes Care Of You
Categories: Dental Health, Family Dentistry
At The Sugar House Dentist in Salt Lake City, each dental professional on our team helps us operate smoothly and provide a high level of care. This blog post focuses on the duties of a dental assistant. You probably think of the dental assistant as: “The one who suctions my mouth while the dentist is…
Are Dental Implants An Option If I Have Receding Gums?
At The Sugar House Dentist in Salt Lake City, we have to make a lot of judgment calls. As a case in point, we have to establish which patients are good candidates for dental implant surgery. Generally speaking, dental implants have a very high success rate, but before committing to it there are things we…
What Can Fluoride Do For You?
Categories: Dental Health, Family Dentistry
This post from The Sugar House Dentist in Salt Lake City focuses on fluoride: what is it, and why is it so good for your dental health? The Miracle Mineral Fluoride is a mineral, plain and simple. Fluoride is found in different foods as well as in water. Many adjust the fluoride content of their…
Dental Implants And Smile Makeovers
What makes an attractive smile? White teeth? Uniformly-shaped teeth? Straight teeth? At The Sugar House Dentist in Salt Lake City, we agree that beauty is in the eye of the beholder. Even so, one or more missing teeth can really detract from anyone’s smile. But with dental implants, it’s a problem that can be remedied.…
The Health And Beauty Consequences Of Missing Teeth
This blog post from The Sugar House Dentist in Salt Lake City focuses on missing teeth, bone health, and dental implants. Our teeth, of course, have many vital functions. We need them to chew our food, talk, and smile. But have you ever considered their role in holding up your face? When we lose teeth,…
5 Critical Things To Know About Periodontal Disease
Categories: Dental Health, Oral Health
Periodontal disease, typically called gum disease, is inflammation or infection of the gums. At The Sugar House Dentist in Salt Lake City, it is a treatable condition. For the most part, periodontal disease is preventable. It is so common in the US that it has been called a ‘health crisis’ by the American Dental Association.…
Are Dental Implants Worth It?
Are dental implants from The Sugar House Dentist in Salt Lake City worth the cost? Absolutely! A dental implant is a permanent tooth replacement that looks, feels and functions like a natural tooth. The actual dental implant is a titanium post inserted into the ja to replace the root of the missing tooth. The post integrates…
5 Reasons To Schedule A Dental Cleaning Today
Categories: Dental Health, Family Dentistry
There are lots of good reasons why you should see The Sugar House Dentist in Salt Lake City twice a year for a cleaning and checkup. We thought we’d use this blog post to review five of them. 1. Protect Your Gums It’s not only severe tooth decay that can damage a tooth until it…
