To upgrade your smile, all you need to do is pick up the phone and make an appointment with Salt Lake Dental Care – Clint Blackwood DDS. A Smile You Want to Show Off A whiter smile can change your life dramatically. Many of our patients feel more confident in personal and professional settings with…
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Trust Dr. Blackwood For Accurate Dental Info

Dental patients are more informed than ever before and it’s not surprising that much of their knowledge about oral health and dental treatment is gleaned from online sources. Proactive self-education can be beneficial for you and your family, especially if it aids in living a healthy lifestyle. We caution our friends and neighbors in the…
What Does Your Saliva Reveal?

Dentists know that a mouth examination can reveal dilemmas in other parts of the patient’s body. Because many diseases manifest in soft tissues of the mouth or cause pain in the jaw, dentists often refer patients to their medical doctor for further diagnosis when they encounter issues such as inflammation, chronic bad breath, bleeding gums,…
Get The Royal Treatment At Salt Lake Dental Care – Clint Blackwood DDS

In need of a crown? At Salt Lake Dental Care – Clint Blackwood DDS, we can provide the exclusive experience you deserve with the dental care necessary. Get discolored teeth brightened and chipped teeth repaired. Receive one critical procedure or full smile redesigns. Your wish is our command. Dr. Clint Blackwood has been serving noble…
Toothache Relief at Salt Lake Dental Care – Clint Blackwood DDS in Murray

A toothache is probably the most common dental problem. However, they have multiple causes. A toothache can come on gradually–or attack with full force. 1. You sip a cold drink and–bam!–tooth pain. When a cavity has eroded enamel it eventually reaches the layer underneath. This is called the dentin. This layer is softer than enamel…
A Missing Tooth Can Lead to Bone Loss

Today’s article focuses on missing teeth and bone health. Our teeth have many vital functions. We need them to chew our food, talk, and smile. But have you ever considered their role in holding up your face? When we lose teeth, the bone around the site of the extraction begins to shrink. This, in turn,…
Your Smile Says Keep Trying!

Today’s post is for people who are frustrated because they haven’t been successful at making some changes that will benefit their oral health. We want to urge you to keep trying and assure you that the team of dental professionals at Salt Lake Dental Care – Clint Blackwood DDS is eager to help. Keep Trying…
6 Ways To Prepare For Your Dental Procedure

Nervous about an upcoming procedure? Let Salt Lake Dental Care – Clint Blackwood DDS offer 6 ways to prepare yourself mentally, emotionally, and physically before your big dental day. First, remember Dr. Clint Blackwood is trained to provide the best care and comfort possible. Second, take some time to relax and identify what you are…
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…
What Does Your Murray Dentist Need To Know?

For optimal dental health, all Murray, residents should be visiting their dentist twice a year for scheduled cleanings and exams. This is a good time to make sure that you are brushing and flossing properly. It is also critical that you discuss issues related to dental health. Make sure to tell your dentist about any…