A Dentist’s Indispensable Tool: The X-ray

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At The Sugar House Dentist in Salt Lake City, providing first rate dental care is much easier when we have thorough information about our patients’ dental health. Pictures are more accurate than written notes. Since they show what’s going on below the surface, they’re worth even more than a thousand words. Along with a thorough…

How Tooth Brushing Prevents Gum Disease

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Why should you brush your teeth at least twice a day? At The Sugar House Dentist in Salt Lake City, we’re using this space to discuss why it is so important. The first, and most obvious benefit, is that brushing and flossing prevents tooth decay. It removes the food debris from teeth and clears away plaque,…

To Chew Or Not To Chew

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Hello gum chewers! In this post from The Sugar House Dentist in Salt Lake City we’re going to talk about that sticky wad in your mouth. You know that it can freshen your breath, but can it really help guard your smile from tooth decay? It really depends on the type of gum. Chewing regular…

Be Glad We Have X-Ray Vision

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During a dental checkup at The Sugar House Dentist in Salt Lake City we do a thorough inspection of your teeth and gums. But visual inspections can’t tell us everything we need to know, which is why we take x-rays. For most patients, we update our x-rays once a year. They help us to make…

Flossing For Health And Happiness

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Most people know that flossing is an important part of oral health. As we like to remind our patients at The Sugar House Dentist in Salt Lake City, its value has been proven time and time again. Flossing is your chance to remove the food debris that a toothbrush can’t reach. Which Kind Is Best?…

How Long Should You Brush?

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At The Sugar House Dentist in Salt Lake City we recommend brushing your teeth for at least two minutes, every time you brush. Most people think they brush that long but would be surprised if they actually set a timer. Many of us only brush for about a minute, if that. Essential Dental Health Brushing…