Hello Murray dental blog visitors, welcome to the Salt Lake Dental Care – Clint Blackwood DDS blog. I am Dr. Clint Blackwood. I came across an interesting dental article on the Web MD Health News site the other day. The article is entitled “Fatty Fish, Nuts May Prevent Gum Disease.” Author Jennifer Warner explains that…
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Treat Your Smile To A Healthy Diet

Proper nutrition can benefit you in a number of ways; increased energy, improved immunity, glowing skin, mental clarity, and a lower risk of heart disease and stroke. How often, however, do you consider how your diet influences your oral health? Your diet can impact your risk of cavities, enamel health, and gum condition. Healthy foods…
When Style And Oral Health Collide

Oral piercing is a popular form of body-art in Murray, but just because it’s popular doesn’t mean it’s safe. I’m Dr. Clint Blackwood, a dentist serving the Sandy, Taylorsville, and Draper areas. When my patients ask me about the safety of oral piercings, I make sure they consider the possible dangerous consequences. First, Salt Lake…
Salt Lake Dental Care – Clint Blackwood DDS Treatment For Sensitive Teeth

For those of you who feel pain when you sip your morning coffee or who cringe each time you brush or floss, Salt Lake Dental Care – Clint Blackwood DDS is here for you. Dr. Clint Blackwood has been treating this common trouble since 2005. The first line of defense against tooth sensitivity is proper…
Does My Dentist Treat Bad Breath?

When my dental patients ask me if mouthwash cures bad breath, I tell them that treating bad breath with a mouthwash is like drenching yourself with cologne instead of taking a shower. Mouthwash is only a temporary mask for odor caused by poor oral hygiene, tongue bacteria, or digestive problems. The best-selling mouthwashes in Sandy…
Two Hints For When You’re Too Tired To Brush

Too tired to touch a toothbrush. We’ve all been there. Salt Lake Dental Care – Clint Blackwood DDS in Murray and Dr. Clint Blackwood are committed to helping patients throughout the Draper, Sandy, and Taylorsville neighborhoods to maintain balanced hygiene and to correct imperfections that can lead to inhibited confidence and self-assurance. On our blog…
3 Ways To Keep Your Mouth Happy!

Hi. I’m Dr. Clint Blackwood, an experienced dentist here in Murray. It is my goal to help my patients have optimum oral health, and today I would like to talk about something else associated with our mouths that doesn’t get as much attention as cavities or cosmetic dentistry: it’s our sense of taste. A happy…
5 Cavity Basics For Salt Lake City

Some of the most popular dental topics discussed in Sandy and Murray relate to cosmetic dentistry, such as teeth whitening, veneers, and dental implants.
5 Simple Ways To Avoid A Cracked Tooth In Salt Lake City

Cracked teeth can be painful, unattractive, and pricey to repair. Today’s post in the Salt Lake Dental Care dental blog contains an easy-to-follow list of tips to keep your teeth whole and strong.
Save Your Breath

Bad breath, or halitosis, has several causes. The most prevalent cause is poor oral hygiene. Often, halitosis develops midday arising from the inability to brush teeth between meals. Small food fragments on the teeth, gums, and tongue grow bacteria. The wastes of the bacteria and decay of the food create a sulfur compound, which emits…