Cosmetic Dentistry

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…

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.…

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…

Dental patients who live in the Sandy, Taylorsville, and Draper area want to keep their mouths as healthy and clean as possible. However, they are also looking for convenience, and that’s why many of them turn to floss picks instead of old-fashioned dental floss. These little tools are quite handy. They usually have a handle…

For years, parents have been warned that thumb-sucking can cause future dental problems for their thumb-loving toddlers. One of these problems is a type of malocclusion called an open bite. An open bite occurs when the front teeth in the lower and upper jaw have been moved forward; often to the extent that they do…

Life is chaotic. At times, it’s impossible to get all the “gotta do’s” done and many are postponed or dropped altogether. Sometimes your car has to wait another 500 miles for an oil change or you are a month late replacing your furnace filter. Many important tasks get put on the back burner. We urge…

You can handle a chipped tooth in one of two ways:: 1. Panic. 2. See Dr. Clint Blackwood right away and get on with life. Dr. Clint Blackwood at Salt Lake Dental Care – Clint Blackwood DDS can fix a chipped tooth in a jiffy by determining the right solution and expertly performing the procedure.…

Many of Dr. Clint Blackwood’s patients walk in for general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, or dental implants. Many for routine checkups and cleanings. Most really want to know if they are brushing properly. Having patients come for treatment and leave with questions answered – from which toothpaste to buy to proper tools and techniques – is…

Let’s talk about the root canal procedure (“endodontic therapy”). The root canal may be the most cringe-worthy dental treatment routinely done today, but it is important that dental patients know what is happening during this anxiety-inducing procedure. Thread-like tissue at the center of each tooth is called the pulp and it can be damaged by…

We all know that a healthy smile requires decay-free teeth and healthy gums, but how often do we appreciate our jaw bone? Our teeth need a strong firm foundation to remain healthy and beautiful. Today’s post looks at bone recession. Occasionally, a patient experiences bone recession in their jaw which can cause tooth loss and…