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By Aspen Dental Oil Pulling You may have heard of oil pulling recently, but did you know it is not just a new trend? Oil pulling is an ancient Ayurvedic dental technique to improve oral health and people have been using it for thousands of years. Some even believe it can be used to cure…

By Aspen Dental Leukoplakia is an oral condition in which whites spots appear inside the mouth and cannot be wiped away. Research has not yet determined the precise cause of leukoplakia, but doctors suspect tobacco of any kind (smoked, dipped, or chewed). Dipped or chewed tobacco can cause leukoplakia in the area of the mouth…

By Aspen Dental If you’ve ever hidden your smile from the world because it’s “too gummy”, you may benefit from a gum lift. Also known as gingivoplasty, a gum lift is a procedure using soft tissue lasers to remove and reshape gum tissue to create a more attractive smile. You could also consider a gum…

By Aspen Dental Regular Dental Visits Many people have anxiety when going to the dentist. But when it comes to taking care of your teeth, avoiding the dentist will only cause more problems and cost more money. The longer you wait before visiting the dentist, the more bacteria will grow on your teeth and cause…

By Aspen Dental Dental Care and Pregnancy Expecting mothers are often concerned about the safety of having dental work done while they are pregnant. Fortunately, almost all dental procedures are completely safe to undergo during pregnancy. In fact, it is highly recommended that pregnant women continue to have regular dental checkups while pregnant. A woman’s…

By Aspen Dental Special needs dentistry Most dentists are trained to provide dental care for special needs, but not all specialize in special needs dentistry. Dental patients with special needs include those who are physically handicapped, mentally disabled, elderly or aging, as well as those who have a weakened immune system or complex medical problems,…

By Aspen Dental Foods to eat for better overall oral health Did you know that achieving healthy teeth requires more than just brushing with a fluoride toothpaste and flossing daily? It also helps if you eat foods that are good for your teeth. Some examples of foods that are good for your teeth are foods…

By Aspen Dental What is oral cancer Oral cancer or mouth cancer is a type of head and neck cancer. It can occur in any part of the mouth, including the tongue, gums, lips, inner cheek lining, the floor and the roof of the mouth. It can appear as an uncontrollable growth of cells. Signs…

By Aspen Dental Services you didn’t know your dentist provided Our dentists and dental hygienists at Aspen Dental of Cache Valley are determined to give you the best dental care possible, but we can’t do that if you aren’t aware of the wide variety of services we offer. Our general services include preventative care, extractions,…

By Aspen Dental How smiling affects your health We all know that laughter is good for you, but did you know even just the simple act of smiling can benefit your health, too? Smiling often can lower your heart rate and blood pressure, prevent or combat depression, and reduce stress. It can also improve your…