Utah Family Dentist Blog

Throbbing pain. Earaches. Unpleasant breath. We wouldn't wish dry socket on anyone. Unfortunately, dry socket sometimes develops after tooth extraction, but only to about 2% to 5% of people. Alveolar Osteitis (dry...

Have you ever thought about becoming a dentist? It involves a lot of schooling, hard work, and dedication, but overall, it is an excellent career. It's a unique field and consistently lands a spot on the U.S News &...

The human body is incredible. Consider how it can heal its own wounds and broken bones and replace lost blood. Teeth are part of the wonder of it all. Our pearly whites are astoundingly tough and long-lasting. We’re so...

Have you ever been watching a reality TV show and wondered how every person has perfect teeth? Not only are they perfectly straight, but each one is a perfect shape and color. Do they all just happen to be genetically...

Cavities keep us in business. Cavities are the most common dental issue in the world. A lot of it has to do with genetics and a lot of it has to do with your dental hygiene. Either way, cavities stink. Brushing and...

What is the first thing you notice about someone? Yup, their smile! For one, it’s right there in front of us when we meet someone, and second, smiles tend to spark emotion in us somehow. A sweet and kind smile has a...