You rarely hear the word “toothpaste” without it being preceded by “fluoride.” “Fluoride toothpaste” is ubiquitous for good reason. Fluoride is an important mineral that helps your teeth stay strong. It is found in some foods and water and makes toothpastes more effective at fighting cavities. Fluoride helps teeth by making them stronger and more…
Wisdom Teeth
What Are Impacted Wisdom Teeth?
Evolution isn’t always tidy and linear. For example, we have smaller jaws than our ancestor’s thousands of years ago, but most of our bodies haven’t adapted by generating fewer teeth. Two-thirds of us generate the same amount of teeth as early humans. These late-developing extra molars are called wisdom teeth and they pose unique oral…
Who Do You Call If You Have a Dental Emergency?
A dental emergency is any scenario in which damage to the teeth occurs and the patient needs urgent care. While a dental emergency may have never happened to you, it could happen in the future. Some things are too serious to wait for an appointment. How do you know if you need to call for…
What Is Lurking Under Your Gumline?
Hello Murray! Your overall oral health depends not only on healthy teeth but also healthy gums. Proper oral hygiene helps keep both your teeth and gums in good shape. When brushing, hold your toothbrush at a 45-degree angle aiming the bristle tips at the gumline. The bristles of a soft toothbrush can clean the food…
The Salt Lake Dental Care – Clint Blackwood DDS Guide To Veneers
It’s easy to see why Murray smile makeover patients and cosmetic dentists love porcelain veneers. They correct a multitude of cosmetic flaws and deliver beautiful results for my Salt Lake City area patients. If you are considering beautifying your smile with porcelain veneers, you want a trusted dentist with extensive experience performing this treatment. The…
You Don’t Have to Live With Bad Breath
Chronic bad breath can happen to anyone. Even people who practice impeccable oral hygiene can suffer from the condition. Are you struggling with bad breath? Schedule an examination and deep dental cleaning at Salt Lake Dental Care – Clint Blackwood DDS in Murray. Our dental hygienist will get all the plaque and calculus off your teeth. During…
Affordable One-Visit Tooth Fix
Some Salt Lake City people are unhappy with the way their teeth look but many mistakenly assume that cosmetic dentistry is far too pricey to pursue. Sure, a complete mouth reconstruction can be a significant investment. Consider the cost of dental school and post-graduate training for a master level cosmetic dentist. Consider the expense of…
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…
