If you have missing spaces in your smile due to tooth decay, injury or any other reason, there is hope. If your existing teeth are stained, decayed, or chipped, there is hope. If your teeth have always been misshapen, or crooked, there is hope. Cosmetic dentistry can fix all of those problems. Dr. Blackwood at…
Cosmetic Dentistry
Let That Winning Smile Shine

Everyone in Murray wants a winning smile. But as we age, it can get harder and harder to keep your smile brilliant. Grappling with yellowed, discolored, stained, or even multi-colored teeth? Teeth whitening might be the answer. These irregularities are usually simple to repair. A Brighter, Whiter Smile The high-quality staff at Salt Lake Dental…
Avoid These 5 Smile Wreckers

We hope today’s post will alert blog visitors to some harmful oral health threats. At Salt Lake Dental Care – Clint Blackwood DDS, too often, we treat decay and damage caused by the following: 1. Sports Injuries Many parents send their kids out on the playing field with a mouthguard but fail to safeguard themselves…
Great Reasons to Floss Your Teeth

Flossing is a bit of a chore. It takes a little extra time, and if you haven’t flossed in a while, it can even be painful. It’s no wonder our team at Salt Lake Dental Care – Clint Blackwood DDS is constantly reminding our patients to ‘brush and floss!’ Flossing is crucial, You’ll never hear…
Wear A Crown In Salt Lake City

Some Murray residents who have a weak or broken tooth may want to research dental crowns as a solution to improve their smile and overall oral health. A crown is really a cap or covering that is tooth-shaped and when it is in place, it will cover the portion of the covered tooth that is…
Is It All About Flashy Smiles And Trendy Styles?

It’s All About Location If you can’t be in Paris, then bring fashion home to Murray. Facial fashion, that is. The pouty, the flashy, the sultry, the glamorous, the gleeful. Our professional dental team is devoted to keeping you looking great and feeling confident. We offer a wide variety of dental services for our Murray…
Does Your Dentist Conjure Up Cavities?

Cavities can be filled, but it is better to prevent cavities in the first place. If your dentist seems to conjure up cavities at every visit, then it’s up to you to break the cycle. But we are here to help you. Let’s work together. How can you lift the cavity curse? Schedule a preventative…
Can I Objectively Evaluate My Smile?

It is no secret that a beautiful, pleasing, healthy smile can be your most valued physical attribute. After all, people notice your smile first thing. How do you know if your smile is detracting from your appearance? Beauty is in the eye of the beholder; if you look at your smile in the mirror and…
Gently Now (Protect Your Gums When You Brush)

Everyone wants nice, pearly whites so, naturally, we should brush our teeth more, right? The only problem with that is many men and women brush their teeth too aggressively, leading to gum recession. You don’t want that. Gum recession is when your gum line exposes more of your teeth, or in severe cases, your tooth…
Oral Health For Murray Diabetics

Today’s Salt Lake City dental article is entitled ‘Oral Health For Salt Lake City Diabetics.’ Many Salt Lake City people with diabetes have dental problems. However, gum disease, tooth loss, and periodontal disease are not unavoidable. Blood sugar is the complicating factor. Salt Lake City diabetics who control their blood sugar have lower rates of…