Tooth cavities are a prevalent oral health issue that affects people of all ages and backgrounds in Logan Utah. While cavities may seem like a common occurrence, they are not to be taken lightly. Ignoring or delaying treatment for tooth cavities can have serious consequences for your oral health, overall well-being, and quality of life.…
Dental health
Everything You Never Wanted To Know About Saliva
Categories: Dental health, Family dentistry
At Aspen Dental of Cache Valley, we understand the complexity and importance of your saliva. This typically yucky substance is, in reality, a finely balanced body fluid that not only maintains dental health but also helps with the digestion of the delicious food Logan, Utah has to offer. So, without further ado, here are the…
What Are Impacted Wisdom Teeth?
Evolution isn’t always tidy and linear. For example, we have smaller jaws than our ancestors thousands of years ago, but most of our bodies haven’t adapted by generating fewer teeth. Two-thirds of us produce the same amount of teeth as early humans. These late-developing extra molars are called wisdom teeth and they pose unique oral…
Preventive Dentistry at Aspen Dental of Cache Valley
Healthy smiles don’t happen by accident. They are a result of preventative dentistry. Are you interested in preventative dentistry? Perhaps you have a healthy mouth and want to prevent decay. Many Logan people have a mouth full of fillings and don’t want to add another one to their collection. Perhaps you want to avoid periodontitis…
5 Cavity Basics
The desire to prevent decay is one of the main reasons men and women visit their dentists Today we are going to consider 5 things you need to know about cavities. 1. Cavities are also called caries or tooth decay. When a tooth is permanently damaged on the hard surface, tiny openings arise. These little…
Is Your Mouth Sore Something Serious?
As a dentist, one of my roles is to help you take care of your mouth. Some of my patients have dilemmas with mouth sores, thus the topic of today’s message. If you have a mouth sore that lasts more than a week or two; it is important to come in for an exam.…
Preventing Facial Injuries
Facial injuries occur all too often in the Cache Valley area. Hyde Park Little Leaguers get hit by inside pitches, Hyrum construction workers suffer falls and other accidents at the worksite, and Utah motorists sustain injuries in detrimental collisions every single day. Accidents at home can also result in serious injury to the face. Serious…
4 Important Reasons to Floss Every Day in Our Cache Valley Area
Maintaining good oral hygiene in the Cache Valley area is essential to overall health and wellness. Your teeth and gums are the foundation of great personal health. Most of us in the Cache Valley area brush our teeth twice a day. This is good practice and makes for a good start to your oral health.…
You Don’t Have to Live With Bad Breath
Chronic bad breath can happen to anyone. Even men and women who practice impeccable oral hygiene can suffer from the condition. Are you struggling with bad breath? Schedule an examination and deep dental cleaning at Aspen Dental of Cache Valley in Logan. Our dental hygienist will get all the plaque and calculus off your teeth. During your examination,…
What’s New In Dentistry?
The world of dentistry continues to advance at a rapid pace. If you have visited your Logan dentist lately, you have probably noticed some things that make your visit more comfortable, such as the ability to watch TV or listen to music while receiving treatment. Many Cache Valley dentistry patients welcome oral conscious sedation to…
