Swollen and painful gums are symptoms of periodontal disease, an inflammatory gum disease. Swelling occurs from an auto-immune response of the body reacting to an infection. Infections are noticeable through pain, redness, and warmth. If the infection is left untreated, it can impact the bone near the teeth. At Aspen Dental of Cache Valley we…
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Help For Tetracycline Stains At Aspen Dental of Cache Valley
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Teeth whitening
There’s hardly anyone out there who wouldn’t like to have a brighter, whiter smile. With professional teeth whitening at Aspen Dental of CacheValley, getting the whitest possible smile has never been easier. You might think that over-the-counter whitening products are a simple shortcut to whiter teeth. It’s true there are lots of whitening gels, strips,…
Bleeding Gums After Your 6-Month Cleaning?
Categories: Family dentistry
Regular check-ups and cleanings at Aspen Dental of Cache Valley are essential for good dental health. But in some people their gums tend to bleed after a thorough cleaning, causing them concern. Is this a problem? Well, it depends. If your gums bleed for a couple days after your dental cleaning, don’t worry about it.…
5 Tips For Treating Mouth Sores
Categories: Dental health, Family dentistry
When people get mouth sores, one of the things they can do while waiting for it to heal is evaluate what they’re eating and make some changes. Here are some tips from Aspen Dental of Cache Valley that can help minimize the discomfort of eating and help to increase the speed of healing. Eat soft…
Transform Your Smile With Cosmetic Dentistry
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
If you have never cared for the appearance of your smile, we have good news! With cosmetic dentistry from Aspen Dental of Cache Valley you can improve it. There is no reason why you should go through life being unhappy with the way your teeth look. Cosmetic dentistry is a range of dental procedures that…
Correcting Severe Dental Problems At Aspen Dental of Cache Valley
Each restorative and cosmetic dentistry procedure performed at Aspen Dental of Cache Valley can address a specific issue. A porcelain veneer can correct the surface of a tooth that is discolored or has had enamel loss. Bonding can fill a small chip in an otherwise healthy tooth. Some dental problems are more extensive and require…
7 Steps For A Healthy Smile
Categories: Dental health, Family dentistry
“An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” When Benjamin Franklin said that he meant fire safety. But like all timeless quotes, it applies to many more aspects of modern life. At Aspen Dental of Cache Valley, we apply it to dental health. Keeping your smile beautiful and healthy is done most effectively…
Dental Implants (No Bamboo)
Human teeth have evolved over countless generations, which is why we have different types of teeth: each type is specialized for a particular function. Artificial teeth have also evolved, and at Aspen Dental of Cache Valley we offer state-of-the-art dental implants. We know from archaeological digs that humans have tinkered with artificial teeth as far…
How Long Will A Dental Crown Last?
Dental crowns from Aspen Dental of Cache Valley are a versatile restoration. A crown adds strength to a tooth that has a large filling or been damaged. A crown is usually necessary after a root canal. In a dental implant procedure, a crown is the final step. Dental crowns are made from a variety of…
9 Tips For Preventing Gum Disease
Categories: Dental health, Family dentistry
Gum disease is a leading cause of tooth loss in the United States. But it is a preventable disease, and also treatable, at Aspen Dental of Cache Valley. Here are some simple ways to keep your teeth and gums healthy. Brush your teeth for two to three minutes, at least twice a day, with fluoridated…
