Are you trading your traditional dentures for implant-stabilized dentures? At Salt Lake Dental Care, we know how inconvenient traditional dentures can be. Implant-retained or implant-stabilized dentures both provide several merits over standard dentures. Secure in the mouth—no slipping Provides up to 100% natural chewing function Upper dentures don’t cover as much of the palate This…
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Not Your Mother’s Jewelry: 5 Reasons Tongue Piercings Are Dangerous
Whether you’re considering a new piercing or already have one, join us as we uncover the potential oral health pitfalls. Trust the experts at Salt Lake Dental Care to guide you in making informed decisions for a healthier smile. Let’s get right to it; while tongue, cheek, and lip piercings are “so in” right now,…
What’s The Difference Between an Inlay and an Onlay?
If you’re experiencing tooth sensitivity or pain when you chew with your back teeth, the surfaces may be damaged. One option for restoration is the use of an inlay or onlay made of metal, composite resin, or porcelain. Salt Lake Dental Care is ready to help you with this issue. Inlays are very strong and…
Why Aren’t Dental Implant Prices Listed Anywhere?
You can’t buy dental implants at Costco. You can’t compare relative costs on Amazon. The rates aren’t listed on your dentist’s site. There is a reason for this. A tooth implant procedure isn’t one-size-fits-all. The price of a permanent tooth implant depends on many factors. First, let’s specify what we are talking about. A dental…
Implants Prevent Denture-Related Health Problems
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 25% of adults over 65 have no natural teeth. Many people with missing teeth or no teeth at all choose dentures. This is understandable. It’s problematic to eat and speak with no teeth in the mouth. And a toothless mouth is not an attractive look for…
You, Only Better
If you’re looking for the brightest, whitest smile possible but insist that you want it to look natural, Dr. Clint Blackwood can sit down with you and show you how to achieve it. 801-938-8855 Here at Salt Lake Dental Care – Clint Blackwood DDS we use effective, cost-sensitive, cutting-edge methods to create the ideal smile…
Embracing the Social Importance of a Complete Smile in Utah
A confident smile has always been a powerful social asset, and one of its key components is a complete set of healthy teeth. Tooth restoration, with its various techniques and advancements, has transformed the lives of countless individuals by restoring their dental aesthetics and functionality. Let’s review the significance of tooth restoration in Utah and…
How Do You Choose a Dental Practice For a Dental Implant?
Today’s post is for men and women who have decided to replace a tooth with a tooth implant. Great choice! Now you need to choose a dental implant dentist to carry out the procedure. This is an essential decision. A dental implant is permanent. It involves oral surgery. It requires a significant financial investment. Making…
Dental Questions? We Have Answers.
Hello! My name is Dr. Clint Blackwood and my dental practice, Salt Lake Dental Care – Clint Blackwood DDS, has been serving the Murray area since 2005. If you have questions about oral health, cosmetic dentistry, preventative dentistry, sealants, tooth implants, oral sedation, same-day teeth whitening, or invisible braces, come to Salt Lake Dental Care…
Are There Drawbacks to Dental Implants?
Are tooth implants too expensive? Are dental implants unsafe? Are dental implants experimental? Is the surgery painful? Does it take a long time to recover? The answer to all of these is No. Let’s talk about it. Dental implants are an investment in a better quality of life Dental implants aren’t cheap. We understand that.…
