Utah Family Dentist Blog
How to Spot a Crooked Dentist
If you just moved to the area, welcome! You might feel overwhelmed with all the tasks ahead of you. You’re probably dealing with unpacking, getting settled in, possibly getting used to a new job, and acclimating your...
What Your Family Dentist Wants You to Know About Gum Abscess in Children
You may have no clue what a gum abscess is, and you're not alone. Luckily gum abscesses in children are not very common, but they occur. Knowledge is power, and preparation is vital in facing future emergencies. As a...
Dental Erosion and Restoration: Here’s What You Need to Know
We all want teeth that look pretty and a mouth free of aches, pains, and sensitivity. Our oral care is often the foundation for the rest of our health habits because when we take care of one part of our body, it...
Your Teeth Work as A Team: What Position do they Each Play?
Think of your teeth as a baseball team of 32 players. Each has a different name and role, broken into four categories: Incisors, Canines, Premolars (Bicuspids), and Molars. They are much like hitters, pitchers, and...
The Lowdown on Rinsing your Teeth After Brushing
You probably brush your teeth now the same way you've been doing it your whole life. Brush, spit, rinse. You may have had a brushing clock in the bathroom to remind you to brush long enough when you were little, or...
Headaches and Pain After a Tooth Extraction: What’s Normal?
We know you wish you weren't in this situation. Going to the dentist is nerve-racking enough, but going to the dentist to get your tooth pulled may cause even more anxiety than the standard teeth cleaning and exam....