Hearing that you have gum disease can be upsetting. Here at Salt Lake Dental Care – Clint Blackwood DDS in Murray, Utah, we are committed to educating and assisting patients in preventing gum disease. If you discover that you already have gum disease, don’t despair. We can help. Symptoms of Gum Disease Bleeding gums Swollen,…
General Dentistry
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…
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…
What is Patient-Centered Dental Care?
What is your perception of the patient-dentist relationship? Would you characterize it as one-sided? In other words, the dentist examines the patient’s teeth, decides on the course of treatment, and performs the procedure while the patient is an insignificant participant. It Starts With The Atmosphere At Salt Lake Dental Care – Clint Blackwood DDS, we…
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…
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…
Preventative Maintenance For Your Irreplaceable Smile
Hi, I’m Clint Blackwood of Salt Lake Dental Care – Clint Blackwood DDS. If you are one of my existing patients, welcome back. If this is your first visit, I appreciate you stopping by. My high-quality team and I love taking care of our prized patients. Today’s article is for smiles that are overdue for…
For A Healthier Smile, Stop Doing This
Chewing sugared gum all day. Cavities, a sore jaw, or compromised bridgework may result. If you must chew, select gum with Xylitol. Drinking soda and energy drinks. These sugary, acidic beverages are extremely efficient at eroding enamel. Chewing ice or hard candy. Your enamel is quite durable. But so are ice and hard candy, and…
Halitosis And Xerostomia (Bad Breath And Dry Mouth)
While substandard oral hygiene is the most common cause of halitosis, many conditions can contribute to or intensify the condition. One of these is the lack of saliva or xerostomia. Saliva and Oral Health Saliva moistens the teeth and gums and removes odiferous dead cells. Saliva also neutralizes the ever-present acids on the tongue, gums,…
Do You Have Periodontal Disease?
Though most Utah residents are fairly health-conscious, periodontal disease is more common than you might think. At Salt Lake Dental Care – Clint Blackwood DDS, we see patients with gum disease every day. Some patients aren’t even aware they have it until Dr. Clint Blackwood diagnoses it. Fortunately, it can be treated with varying degrees…
