Archive for 2016

Oral health problems aren’t caused by aging, as many patients believe. In fact, the dental and oral health of older Americans has greatly improved over the last 50 years. More senior adults than ever are keeping their natural teeth. And this trend is expected to continue. Unfortunately, the cost of comprehensive dental care is out […]

Today, we know how closely oral health relates to overall health and well-being. For diabetics, this correlation is especially important. Roughly 30 million people in the United States have diabetes, and they face an increased risk of oral health complications. Diabetics are more likely to develop gingivitis as well as periodontitis, the more severe form […]

Should you save your child’s baby teeth? You’ve probably seen the articles online — the ones with screaming headlines like, “Don’t Let the Tooth Fairy Have Those Baby Teeth!” or “The Life-Saving Reason to Keep Your Child’s Primary Teeth!” What are they talking about? And should you listen to their advice? The Dental Pulp in […]

Dental implants are widely considered to be the gold standard method of tooth restoration. Most dental professionals sing the praises of dental implants, recommending them over dentures and bridges for the replacement of missing teeth. For many patients, however, implants are completely unfamiliar. Of course, the professional team at Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery of Utah […]

The wisdom teeth, or third molars, typically begin to develop in the preteen years and erupt sometime between the ages of 17 and 25. In fact, that’s how how these molars earned their nickname, as this is the time of life when young people are said to become wiser. But not everyone has all their […]

Oral surgeons across the United States are encouraging their patients to mark National Dental Hygiene Month this October by examining their tooth care regimens to see if there’s any room for improvement. For many of us, October is the time to celebrate Halloween with candy and sweet treats. But fittingly enough, it’s also the time […]

Preventing gum disease: Is there really an app for that? You rely on your smartphone for just about everything, but did you know you can use it to improve your oral hygiene habits? Dozens of dental apps are available for both iOS and Android users, designed to help people avoid cavities and gum disease. So […]

How does the cost of dental implants compare to other options for replacing missing teeth? If you do a little research online, you’ll find that the initial investment for dental implants is generally higher than the cost of other tooth replacement options. But implants appear to be more economical in the long run. Recent research […]

Use of e-cigarettes can result in traumatic facial injuries, according to recent research. Smokeless electronic cigarettes, or e-cigarettes, may be less harmful than traditional cigarettes, as they contain fewer cancer-causing substances. However, what many smokers don’t know is that these devices can cause traumatic facial injuries. E-cigarettes don’t require a flame, but they carry a […]

Gum disease, also known as periodontal disease, is an inflammation of the soft tissues and structures that support the teeth. Gingivitis, the mildest form, causes the gums to redden, swell and bleed. Left untreated, gingivitis can advance to periodontitis, in which the gums pull away from the teeth, bone tissue breaks down and the teeth […]