When it comes to oral cancer statistics, two numbers are key: 40% and 90%. 40% of individuals who receive a late-stage diagnosis die within five years. However, the survival rate for early stage diagnosis is 90%. Oral Cavity and Oropharynx—Mouth and Throat Cancers that start in the mouth (or oral cavity) are called oral cancers.…
Restorative dentistry
What Is Crown Lengthening?
Perfect smiles created at Aspen Dental of Cache Valley often require crown lengthening. Crown lengthening surgery is a safe and effective procedure that exposes more of the visible part of the tooth. Some patients undergo crown lengthening surgery at Aspen Dental of Cache Valley to alter their gummy smiles. A gummy smile refers to upper…
Peace Begins With A Smile
Mother Theresa once said “Peace begins with a smile.” Perhaps that peace should start with the person who is smiling. How do you feel about your smile? Are you at peace with it? Are you proud to flash a wide, happy grin? Do you believe it is beautiful? Does it express your best self? Let’s…
Small Dental Annoyance Or Serious Problem?
Today in the Logan dental blog we are going to talk about stomatitis. Stomatitis is dental-speak for something very common: non-specific irritations found in the mouth. Stomatitis is commonly caused by cold sores, gum disease, or even from biting the inside of the mouth (ouch!). Any time the membranes in the mouth become inflamed, they…
Keeping You Comfortable
At Aspen Dental of Cache Valley, we make a conscious effort to help our patients feel comfortable. Though our chairs are cushy as can be, we are not only talking about physical comfort here. We are talking about emotional comfort. In other words, peace of mind. Here are four ways we are committed to your…
Porcelain Veneers And Instant Orthodontics
If you have been paying attention to the orthodontics scene in recent years, you probably have heard about invisible braces and speed braces. These new teeth straightening procedures have been welcomed by many individuals, especially adults who want an alternative to traditional metal braces. There’s more good news for men and women who want to…
Is Cosmetic Dentistry For You?
Many of the patients who visit Aspen Dental of Cache Valley have questions about cosmetic dentistry. There is some reliable information online, but there are many questions that only a cosmetic dentist can answer. New advances in cosmetic dentistry have made it safe, affordable, and worth your consideration if you want to improve your smile…
Sparkling Smiles With Safe Bleaching
One of the easiest ways to upgrade your smile cosmetically is through teeth whitening. Whitening teeth is a relatively simple, non-invasive method to improve your overall appearance and bring confidence to your daily interactions with people. Before beginning the procedure of teeth whitening, Aspen Dental of Cache Valley recommends each patient meet with their dentist…
Celebrating The Past And Looking To The Future At Aspen Dental of Cache Valley
It has now been over 150 years since the first dental license was issued to Sir John Tomes. Utah dental patients should be grateful for the advances made in dentistry during the past century and a half. There was a time when Cache Valley blacksmiths and wig makers would also extract teeth with forceps to…
What Is A Canted Midline?
Dr. Blake Cameron considers many factors when designing a smile for any smile makeover patient. One of the smile design elements involved is the facial midline. The skilled cosmetic dentist considers the length and angle of the facial midline to properly position porcelain crowns, veneers, and dental implants. When front teeth restorations do not line…
