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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…

By Aspen Dental Foods that can whiten your teeth Eighty percent of adults in the US want whiter teeth and for good reason, too. Studies show that individuals with an attractive smile have more success romantically, socially, and in their careers. There are more dental practices offering whitening procedures than ever before, and over-the-counter whitening…

By Aspen Dental Dental emergencies first aid Accidents happen, and sometimes they can cause injury to someone’s mouth or teeth. When they do happen, it’s important that you are prepared so you can take action and not waste valuable time. Consider the following dental first aid procedures to prepare yourself in the event of a…

By Aspen Dental What is a bone graft? Having a bone graft is a much better option than other types of dental implants because it looks and functions like a real tooth and the jaw bone will eventually grow new, natural bone in the place of the implant. Having a bone graft procedure is a…

By Aspen Dental With summer here, many people can experience canker sores triggered by certain summer foods, such as acidic fruits and vegetables: strawberries, pineapples, oranges, apples, lemons, figs, and tomatoes. Pain caused by canker sores generally lasts only a couple of days, and the sore itself should heal in about a week or two.…

By Aspen Dental Does nitrous oxide work? What is nitrous oxide? Nitrous oxide, also known as N2 O, laughing gas, or happy gas, was found and used by a scientist named Joseph Priestly in 1793. It has been used for more than 150 years to relax patients during their visits to the dentist. It is…

By Aspen Dental We offer laser technology! If a trip to the dentist makes you nervous, Aspen Dental is a good choice for you because using lasers in our dental practice means lower prices and less discomfort for our patients during appointments. They can make many procedures easier for the dentist and the patient. For…