The alveolar bone The bone surrounding the teeth is called alveolar bone. Its main job is to support the teeth and provide a tough foundation for tooth roots. Normal mouth function maintains bone health. As you chew, it stimulates bone cells to continuously create new bone. What can cause alveolar bone loss? Extraction When a…
General Dentistry
6 Good Reasons To Visit Your Dentist More Often
Most people visit the dentist about once each year. As many as forty percent of Americans see their dentist less often. Some go as long as five years between visits. Most dentists recommend a visit at least every six months. Here are six great reasons to visit your dentist more frequently. 1. Oral Cancer Detection…
The Salt Lake Dental Care – Clint Blackwood DDS Guide To Preventing Gum Disease
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,…
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…
