Chompers. Pearly Whites. Dents. Gnashers. Grill. While you can switch up what you call them, you should never switch up a well-engrained oral health routine. Practicing proper oral hygiene daily with pay off throughout your life. You’ll prevent tooth decay, plaque, and gum disease, not to mention bad breath (something friends, family, and coworkers will also…
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Implant Dentures: Fixed Or Removable?
Now, denture wearers have an amazing new tooth replacement option. Implant-retained or implant-stabilized dentures both provide numerous advantages over conventional dentures. Secure in the mouth—no slipping Furnishes up to 100% natural chewing function Upper denture doesn’t cover as much of the palate Comfortable Little or no gum irritation Doesn’t reduce speaking capacity Strong and durable…
What is Patient-Centered Dental Care?
What is your perception of the patient-dentist relationship? Would you describe it as one-sided? In other words, the dentist examines the patient’s teeth, determines the course of treatment, and performs the procedure-while the patient is an unimportant participant. It Starts With The Atmosphere At Aspen Dental of Cache Valley, we don’t do things that way.…
Which Tooth Whitener Works Best?
What is the best professional tooth whitening system to use in Logan? There are two types of dentist-supervised tooth whitening systems available in Cache Valley. In order to determine the best choice for your teeth, schedule, and budget; you need to understand the differences in the systems. Both systems use a bleaching agent containing peroxide.…
5 Critical Oral Cancer Facts
Dental Checkups Are Not Just About Cavities At Aspen Dental of Cache Valley we encourage people to come in twice a year for a dental examination and cleaning. If you abstain from semiannual dental checkups because you don’t believe you have any decay, perhaps getting an oral cancer screening is a more compelling reason to see…
No Dental Insurance? Prioritize Spending For Dental Care
Millions of Americans don’t have dental insurance, and many Utah employer plans have limited benefits. Some individuals who fail to get adequate dental care say “It’s too costly.” If you are really living below the poverty level, this excuse may be valid. But if you have an average income, you can probably shift your priorities…
Making The Cost Of Dental Treatment Palatable At Aspen Dental of Cache Valley
A healthy smile is priceless and superior dental care is a worthwhile investment in your quality of life. But the cost for treatment and precision restorations can sometimes be prohibitive. Knowing what to expect price-wise can make your dental visit more palatable. Obviously, the cost of some procedures such as crowns versus fillings is dependent…
The Unsung Heroes Of Dentistry
In today’s post, we will veer a bit off the beaten path, so to speak, and examine an intriguing dental specialty; forensic dentistry. The official term for the use of dentistry in criminal cases and post mortem identification is forensic odontology. These specialists are rarely recognized but play an essential role in crime and disaster…
Retaining Brightness After Teeth Whitening Treatment
If you decide to beautify your smile with a professional teeth whitening treatment, you want the results to last as long as possible. Unfortunately, the same things that stained your teeth prior to the treatment can stain them after the treatment. Over time, common staining will occur. To help slow down that process, Aspen Dental…
Osteoporosis And Oral Health
If you are a woman, you have probably heard about the high rate of osteoporosis in the country, and the state of Utah is no exception. Did you know that many studies have suggested a connection between osteoporosis and oral health? Osteoporosis can often progress without any outward symptoms. However, there may be clues in a person’s mouth…
