Beautiful Smiles in Salt Lake City: A Responsible Investment

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Paying for your beautiful smile can be a challenge for some Salt Lake City residents. The good news is that it may cost far less than you imagined. Knowing your needs is crucial to planning your budget for dental work. Trying to Compare Comparing the price of a dental crown  versus the price of a…

Take 5: Straight Talk About Braces

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Hello, I’m Dr. Clint Blackwood at Salt Lake Dental Care – Clint Blackwood DDS. I support healthy oral hygiene and regular, consistent check-ups. Hygiene for braces is a bit different. Here are five vital concerns to keep in mind with braces: 1. Be Careful What You Eat Sweets and extra food stuck in hard-to-notice spaces…

Top 10 Reasons To Visit Your Dentist

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You smile deserves regular attention. If you haven’t had a dental exam in a while, think about these important reasons: Check Up: It’s time, and this is the best way to prevent dental problems. Clean Up: Our dental hygienist is ready to give you a super clean smile. Brush Up: If it has been a…

The Not-So-Obvious Benefits Of A Smile Makeover

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A smile makeover is transformative for an individual who has been embarrassed by their smile for years. But it’s not just about looking younger and more attractive—though it most certainly will do that. A beautiful smile can improve your life in ways that many people do not understand. How can a smile makeover transform your…

Be Wise About Your Wisdom Teeth, Salt Lake City

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Be Wise About Your Wisdom Teeth, Salt Lake City

Wisdom teeth are sometimes called the third molars because they are even farther back in the mouth than the two sets of regular molars we all have. These four teeth usually erupt when a person is eighteen or nineteen. Many dentists recommend that wisdom teeth be removed to prevent misplacement in the mouth. If a…

Be Glad Dr. Blackwood Has X-Ray Vision

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It’s not extremely pleasant. You have to put on the heavy apron, hold a rigid piece of film in your mouth and sit really, really still while your dentist’s assistant takes x-rays. Is it really needed? Absolutely! No question about it. Your dentist can’t see everything that is going on with your teeth, bone, and…

How Much Do Dental Implants Cost?

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Looking into how much dental implants cost and getting a straightforward answer can be frustrating. But there is a reason for that. I’m Dr. Clint Blackwood. Thanks for stopping to read my blog. I know it can be confusing to research the cost of getting a dental implant and finding nothing solid on the internet.…

How Oral Inflammation Affects Your Health

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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 influence the bone near the teeth. The body’s immune system wants to rid…