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.…
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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: Family Dentistry, Dental Health
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…
Live Better With Dental Implants
Ill-fitting dentures can bring about more issues for denture wearers than they solve. If you live with loose dentures, you probably regard them as a necessary evil. There is a better option with implant dentistry from The Sugar House Dentist in Salt Lake City. Though ordinary dentures certainly look more appealing than a toothless mouth,…
3 Point Checklist Before Your Dental Consultation
Categories: Dental Health, Family Dentistry
Looking for a dentist because you’re losing the battle with plaque build-up, chipped teeth, tooth pain, stains, or tooth decay? Give us a call at The Sugar House Dentist in Salt Lake City. This blog post offers 3 steps to take before you arrive at our office for a consultation. The state of your mouth is…
What You Need To Know About Oral Cancer
Categories: Family Dentistry, Oral Health
During dental examinations at The Sugar House Dentist in Salt Lake City, we always look for signs of oral cancer. Oral cancer refers to cancers in the tongue, mouth, lips, jaw, and throat. Cancer – the “c” word – is about as serious as it gets. Yet many people don’t seem to realize the seriousness…
6 Reasons To Ditch Your Dentures For Dental Implants
Dentures allow people to chew foods harder than mashed bananas and flash some teeth when they smile. But denture wearers know how inconvenient they can be. At The Sugar House Dentist in Salt Lake City, we have a better, more modern solution. Today, people with missing teeth are fortunate to have a tooth replacement choice…
Getting Ready For A Dental Implant?
At The Sugar House Dentist in Salt Lake City, we believe every patient deserves a dazzling smile. This message concentrates on the preparation needed for a dental implant. What is a dental implant? Simply stated, a dental implant is a titanium post inserted into the jawbone. For patients missing a single tooth, the process is completed with…
Terrific Tooth Tips
At The Sugar House Dentist in Salt Lake City, your dental health is always our top priority. What can you do to keep your teeth and gums in good shape, apart from regular checkups with us every six months. Here are some tips. If you have kids and your municipal water supply does not have…
The Prevalence of Gum Disease
Categories: Dental Health, Family Dentistry
Here is a statistic that should make everyone sit up and take notice: nearly half of all Americans over the age of thirty have some form of gum disease. That works out to about sixty-five million people. Gum disease treatment is available at The Sugar House Dentist in Salt Lake City. Those statistics come from…
