Wisdom teeth are sometimes called the third molars because they are even farther back in the mouth than the two sets of regular molars we all have. These four teeth usually erupt when a person is eighteen or nineteen. Many dentists recommend that wisdom teeth be removed to prevent misplacement in the mouth. If a…
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How Do You Measure Dental Success?
Categories: Dental Implants
How do you measure “dental success?” A check-up with no cavities? A perfect smile? A crown that looks as natural as the surrounding teeth? It could mean all those things and many more. For a child, dental success could be defined as a childhood free of cavities, learning daily dental hygiene practices, and gaining an…
Are You Getting Your Dose Of D?
Categories: Dental Health
Most people know that vitamin D is important for healthy teeth and bones, but many of us fail to get adequate amounts. Today’s article is a friendly reminder to our patients – especially expectant mothers – about the importance of vitamin D. Here is a sampling of vitamin D findings from around the web: “Several…
Creating Beautiful Smiles At Salt Lake Dental Care – Clint Blackwood DDS
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
I am glad you found our blog! I’m Clint Blackwood, DDS, of Salt Lake Dental Care – Clint Blackwood DDS, a full-service dental practice in Murray. My profession is dentistry, but my passion is providing superior and affordable dental care for my patients. I began serving the Salt Lake City area back in 2005. Since…
Be Glad Dr. Blackwood Has X-Ray Vision
Categories: 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…
How Much Do Dental Implants Cost?
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
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.…
Schedule Your Coronation
Categories: Dental Crowns
We treat all of our patients royally here at Salt Lake Dental Care – Clint Blackwood DDS, but some of them receive actual crowns. We’re not talking about crowns a king or queen wears, but crowns for your teeth! If you live near Salt Lake City, our practice is the best place to get your…
How Oral Inflammation Affects Your Health
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
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…
Floss Pick Facts For Murray
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
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…
Do You Have A Thumbsucking Toddler?
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
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…
