Floss picks vs regular floss? While it’s better to floss with a floss pick than to not floss at all, it’s important to note that floss picks can only clean a part of the tooth’s surface. Doctor Theuer recommends traditional floss or dental tape. Here’s why: A floss pick holds just a small length of…
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Is Your Low-Carb Diet Giving You Dragon Breath?
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Many people mistakenly believe that all bad breath is linked to insufficient brushing. The truth is that there are myriad causes of halitosis. Your Salt Lake City dentist can help you identify the cause of your problem and discuss how to cure bad breath. Your diet significantly impacts your breath. Because foods begin to be…
Bleeding Gums After Your 6-Month Cleaning?
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Regular dental check-ups and cleanings are essential for ideal dental health. However, some dental patients worry because their gums tend to bleed after a thorough cleaning. Is this a problem? Well, it depends. If your gums bleed for a day or two after your cleaning, it isn’t really a problem. But, if the bleeding and…
Been A While Since You’ve Visited A Dentist?
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Whether you have lived in Utah for a long time, or just moving in to the Salt Lake City area; taking care of your teeth eventually involves a visit to the dentist. We are The Sugar House Dentist located at 1955 S 1300 E #L-2 in Salt Lake City, Utah. If you are looking for…
Salt Lake City Dental News: Regular Cleanings And Heart Health
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Visiting The Sugar House Dentist in Salt Lake City for regular dental check-ups and cleanings every six months can seem inconvenient and unnecessary at times, but you may benefit in vital ways you never imagined. A recent study showed that people who had their teeth professionally cleaned at least once every two years were 24…
When Style And Oral Health Collide
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Oral piercing is a popular form of body-art in Salt Lake City, but just because it’s popular doesn’t mean it’s safe. I’m Doctor Jared Theuer, a dentist serving the Sugar House, Millcreek, and Holladay areas. When my patients ask me about the safety of oral piercings, I make sure they think about the possible harmful…
Does Your Teen Have Unique Dental Challenges?
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When it comes to oral health, adolescence is a pivotal time for Salt Lake City youth. On the upside, the last of the permanent teeth come in providing young men and women with their “adult smile.” Good habits can be forged and reinforced. Teeth can be aligned with orthodontia, providing increased confidence when it is often…
Oral Health For Salt Lake City Diabetics
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Today’s Salt Lake City dental article is entitled ‘Oral Health For Salt Lake City Diabetics.’ Many Salt Lake City people with diabetes have dental problems. However, gum disease, tooth loss, and periodontal disease are not unavoidable. Blood sugar is the complicating factor. Salt Lake City diabetics who control their blood sugar have lower rates of…
Preventative Maintenance For Your Irreplaceable Smile
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Hi, I’m Jared Theuer of The Sugar House Dentist. If you are one of my existing patients, welcome back. If this is your first visit, I appreciate you stopping by. My friendly team and I love taking care of our highly regarded Salt Lake City, Sugar House, Millcreek, and Holladay patients. Today’s article is for…
4 Oral Ailments To Discuss With Your Salt Lake City Dentist
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We all go to our Salt Lake City dentist for check-ups and toothaches, but there are other less-obvious issues that your dentist can help you with. Today, we would like to review some of the most common oral conditions that should be discussed with your dentist. 1. Bad Breath. Sure, nobody wants to admit that…
