In need of a crown? At Salt Lake Dental Care – Clint Blackwood DDS, we can provide the exclusive experience you deserve with the dental care necessary. Get discolored teeth brightened and chipped teeth repaired. Receive one critical procedure or full smile redesigns. Your wish is our command. Dr. Clint Blackwood has been serving noble…
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How to Kick a Tooth Grinding Habit

Plenty of individuals all over the world suffer from the habit of grinding their teeth. Some people grind their teeth because they are stressed, some people grind their teeth as a coping mechanism, and some people grind their teeth in their sleep without realizing it. Don’t Ignore Teeth Grinding Grinding of the teeth, clenching of the…
The Five Stages of a Cavity

You may have heard that once tooth enamel is eroded, it’s gone forever. This is partially true, but in the earliest stage of enamel erosion, a cavity can be reversed. Reverse a cavity before it needs a filling If you can prohibit cavities in youngsters, there’s a better chance that their teeth can stay healthy…
Think It’s Not Necessary To Replace Missing Back Teeth?

Some men and women who lose a posterior tooth question whether to replace it. After all, it doesn’t show when you smile and there are other teeth to take over the chewing functions. Why not avoid the cost to replace it and save some money? Actually, there are several important reasons to replace a back…
Toothache Relief at Salt Lake Dental Care – Clint Blackwood DDS in Murray

A toothache is probably the most common dental problem. However, they have multiple causes. A toothache can come on gradually–or attack with full force. 1. You sip a cold drink and–bam!–tooth pain. When a cavity has eroded enamel it eventually reaches the layer underneath. This is called the dentin. This layer is softer than enamel…
Dental Implants Are Truly Life-Changing

After years of use, how is your smile? Does it convey your inner confidence? Are you proud of it? When someone whips out their phone to take a picture, do you flash a wide smile showing your teeth? There could be a number of issues that could impact your smiles, such as cavities, gingivitis (gum…
A Missing Tooth Can Lead to Bone Loss

Today’s article focuses on missing teeth and bone health. Our teeth have many vital functions. We need them to chew our food, talk, and smile. But have you ever considered their role in holding up your face? When we lose teeth, the bone around the site of the extraction begins to shrink. This, in turn,…
What are Implant-Stabilized Dentures?

What are dentures secured by implants? Dentures secured by implants are anchored dentures held in place with permanent metal screws or posts. The metal posts are also called tooth implants or dental implants. Tooth implants can be used in many different ways. In this post, we describe one application for tooth implants; the sturdy base…
Your Smile Says Keep Trying!

Today’s post is for people who are frustrated because they haven’t been successful at making some changes that will benefit their oral health. We want to urge you to keep trying and assure you that the team of dental professionals at Salt Lake Dental Care – Clint Blackwood DDS is eager to help. Keep Trying…
6 Ways To Prepare For Your Dental Procedure

Nervous about an upcoming procedure? Let Salt Lake Dental Care – Clint Blackwood DDS offer 6 ways to prepare yourself mentally, emotionally, and physically before your big dental day. First, remember Dr. Clint Blackwood is trained to provide the best care and comfort possible. Second, take some time to relax and identify what you are…