At The Sugar House Dentist in Salt Lake City, we recommend that our patients come in twice a year for a dental exam and cleaning. But our checkups are about more than just healthy teeth and gums. We also provide screenings for oral cancer. Oral cancer claims almost 10,000 lives every year in the United…
Oral Health
Cavity Fighting Gum? Dental Fillings in Salt Lake City
Some of our patients at the Sugar House Dentist in Salt Lake City ask if xylitol gum is an effective substitute for teeth brushing and regular dental exams. The short answer is no: it isn’t enough to prevent dental fillings. Before getting to the long answer, let’s examine xylitol. Xylitol is a natural sweetener that…
Why Look For The Seal? A Salt Lake City Dentist Explains
When you go to the store for oral care products, make sure your purchase carries the seal of the American Dental Association. As The Sugar House Dentist in Salt Lake City explains, this is a straightforward way to make the best choices for the products you need to keep your mouth clean and healthy. You…
Are You Brushing Right? Beautiful Smiles in Salt Lake City
Would you be surprised to find out you’re brushing your teeth incorrectly? At The Sugar House Dentist in Salt Lake City, we have to tell patients that from time to time. They’re always surprised. After all, they’ve been brushing since they were little kids, and still have all their teeth! Fair enough. But the devil…
Patient Education Is A Priority At The Sugar House Dentist – The Sugar House Dentist
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Oral Health
Hi. My name is Doctor Jared Theuer. I have enjoyed serving the Salt Lake City and Salt Lake City areas since 2006. One of the things that I pride myself on is giving my patients the oral health education they need to have a healthy smile. Here at The Sugar House Dentist – The Sugar…
Do You Have Xerostomia?
Categories: Oral Health
Most dental patients in the Salt Lake City and Millcreek area know that they can go to their local dentist for toothaches, cleanings, and bleeding gums (not to mention cosmetic dentistry procedures such as a smile makeover, but there are some lesser-known oral concerns that your Holladay dentist can also help you with. Dry mouth,…
Beating Horrible Halitosis
Categories: Oral Health
“My neighbor’s bad breath is scaring me.” Do you live in Salt Lake City, Utah or nearby? Bad breath isn’t just a problem for careful brushers in Salt Lake City, Holladay or Sugar House. Your neighbors in Millcreek can spend all day brushing their teeth and still come out with bad breath. But why? I’m…
Does Your Dentist Conjure Up Cavities?
Categories: Oral Health
Cavities can be filled, but it is better to prevent cavities in the first place. If your dentist seems to conjure up cavities at every visit, then it’s up to you to break the cycle. But we are here to help you. Let’s work together. How can you lift the cavity curse? Schedule a preventative…
The Dangers Of Oral Infections
Categories: Oral Health
“It’s just a small sore, it will go away.” “I’m too busy right now, I’ll go to a dentist later.” “A little sensitivity is no big deal.” It happens to most Salt Lake City residents at least once in their life. Your teeth become sensitive to cold drinks. A tooth develops a dull ache. A…
Dentistry And Pregnancy – Thoughts from Dr. Jared Theurer
Categories: Oral Health
TAKING ESPECIALLY GOOD CARE OF YOUR TEETH BECOMES EXTRA important when you’re pregnant. Not only are there…
