Utah Family Dentist Blog
Should You Get a Metal or Tooth-Colored Filling?
There are different types of filling materials for the teeth. When the dentist needs to fill a cavity, he or she will remove the decay, clean the area, then fill the cavity with some kind of material. A good filling...
Oral Cancer
Cancer is the uncontrolled cell growth that invades the body tissues. Oral cancer is characterized by a sore or growth in the mouth that will not go away. There are several types of oral cancers that may grow on the...
How to Care for Your Dental Ceramics
If you have had a tooth repaired or restored, your dentist has probably used ceramic materials. Ceramic is a very popular dental material because it closely approximates the color and translucency of natural teeth....
Children’s Books About Protecting Teeth and Oral Hygiene
March 2 is Read Across America Day. The date for the observance coincides with the birthday of Theodor Geisel who wrote more than 60 children’s books using the pen name Dr. Seuss. The celebration aims to awaken in all...
New Technologies to Help Cavities Heal Themselves
Researchers are engaged in finding ways for teeth to repair themselves using their own stem cells. The aim is to eliminate the need for conventional dental fillings. The study is still in the laboratory stages, but it...
Help for Removing Dentures
Using and caring for your dentures could be overwhelming at first, but after a few weeks practice, it will become an easy part of your daily routine. Denture adhesives are strips, pastes, or powders that keep your...





