Many Logan residents are afraid to go to the dentist. For some men and women with dental anxiety, it’s because they had a painful experience at the dentist when they were young. Others fear needles or a perceived lack of control. Another oft-cited reason men and women are scared of the dentist is the dreaded…
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Looking For A Red Carpet-Caliber Smile?
When you see pics of your favorite stars, do you ever wonder how these men and women can project such perfection? Can ordinary Cache Valley folks ever achieve anything approaching celebrity-caliber attractiveness? When it comes to beautiful smiles, the answer is a resounding “Yes!” There many effective cosmetic dentistry procedures available that can produce dramatic…
Gum Disease Linked To Alzheimer’s: Keep Those Gums Healthy!
As if you needed another reason to keep your gums in top condition. Scientists have found a link between a bacteria that causes periodontitis (advanced gum disease) and Alzheimer’s Disease. Porphyomonas gingivalis is a bacteria that contributes to chronic periodontitis. The bacteria was discovered in the brains of Alzheimer’s patients. The research study, “Porphyromonas gingivalis…
What Is Laser Dentistry?
The word “LASER” is an acronym for Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation. A laser device emits a powerful, highly-concentrated beam of light. (Didn’t we all love the amazing laser weapons in ‘Star Wars?’) Lasers are used in hundreds of applications in almost every Utah industry including communications, research, manufacturing, entertainment, and medicine. Lasers…
10 Terrific Tooth Tips From Aspen Dental of Cache Valley
1. If you have kids and your municipal water supply does not have the recommended level of fluoride, talk to your pediatrician about fluoride supplements. Fluoride strengthens both the teeth you can see and the ones still forming in the jaw. 2. Set a timer when you brush to make sure you spend at least…
Do You Love Your Smile?
The Hyde Park people who are most happy with their smiles have healthy, straight teeth that sparkle when they laugh. If nature didn’t bless you with attractive teeth, you are not alone. Most perfect smiles you come across in Hyrum were not always that way. They are the result of cosmetic dentistry performed by an…
Mouthwash Facts In Logan
Hi, I am doctor Blake Cameron. Thanks for visiting my Aspen Dental of Cache Valley blog. In today’s post, I would like to discuss mouthwash. Many Utah residents use mouthwash to freshen their breath and help retard tooth decay. Mouthwash should never be used exclusively though, good oral hygiene starts with thorough tooth brushing and…
How Often Should I Replace My Toothbrush?
As I stand over my sink and contemplate the frayed bristles of my favorite toothbrush, I wonder if I should replace it. It’s a good question. We all brush our teeth on a daily basis. Like a good pair of jeans, it seems the more we use a toothbrush, the more comfortable it gets. As…
5 Smile Makeover Questions For Logan Smiles
If you are considering a multi-procedure smile transformation or extensive restorative dental work, here are four considerations: All At Once Or Over Time? At Aspen Dental of Cache Valley, our smile makeover patients can often receive several (or all) procedures in one visit. It all depends on the specific services needed to achieve your perfect…
Don’t Like Dental Visits? Go Anyway.
It’s no secret that many Logan residents dread going to the dentist. Whether they associate dental visits with shame, pain, or financial drain, they avoid it at all costs. See Your Dentist Regularly to Avoid Painful Oral Problems However, consider the fact that by seeing your dentist regularly, you can avoid dental procedures like fillings…
