There is a common and dangerous gum condition that is called gum or periodontal disease, and this destructive oral health condition affects the majority of adults to varying degrees. While gum disease is mild in the beginning stages, the later stages can involve tooth loss, gum loss and bone loss. We encourage you to be proactive in treating any early... read more »
Maintaining a healthy mouth is very important for maintaining a high quality of life. Tooth decay, periodontal disease, and other oral health maladies can cause significant discomfort and can lead to severe complications. To help people maintain a healthy mouth throughout their lifetime, the American Dental Association offers a series of recommendations, guidelines, and informational tooth. This starts with a... read more »
Did you know your dentist, Dr. David Blackhurst, recommends rinsing your mouth with mouthwash at least once a day? Well, it’s true! So, make sure to include swishing with antibacterial or fluoride mouthwash daily. This can help you, your smile, and your oral health in many ways. To explain, our dental team is happy to list the reasons why rinsing... read more »
Your new dental crown represents the most effective method for repairing or restoring a significantly compromised tooth. While it will not be susceptible to demineralization and tooth decay, you will still need to brush it twice each day and floss around it at least once each day like the rest of your natural teeth. If residual sugars, plaque buildup,... read more »
One of the best ways to receive the proper oral health care is by speaking with your dentist. This is also true for any feelings of dental anxiety you may have. Do you have any concerns or questions about upcoming oral health care procedures you are receiving for any kind of treatment? If so, speak with your dentist about your... read more »
As fashion trends continue, and with the rise in popularity of oral piercings as jewelry, more and more people are having them done. But they aren't exactly as safe as having the ears pierced, though there are risks associated with those as well. The issue lies with the bacteria in the mouth. There are millions of bacteria in the mouth,... read more »
Onlay dental fillings are often made from gold alloys or a special type of dental grade porcelain. They are used to treat large areas of tooth decay or dental fractures that compromise the biting surface of a tooth as well as another surface. This type of dental filling is intended to be very durable to handle the excessive force of... read more »
Are you sick of giving out candy on Halloween? If so, our dentist, Dr. David Blackhurst, has some suggestions for you that are fun and exciting. Suggestions that might keep the kids coming back for more. Those suggestions are: -Glow sticks: Who doesn’t like glow sticks? These are fun little sticks, bracelets, and necklaces that can add a little flare... read more »
Dental crowns are needed to withstand very tough eating, chewing, and grinding, so they are made to be very durable. When you receive a dental crown installation in our office here in American Fork, Utah, we will create an impression of your smile, but we don’t make the crown here in our office. To form the crown, we send an... read more »
We all want our teeth and gums to be happy and healthy, right? Aside from brushing and flossing your teeth every day, there are other things you can do and not do to enhance or maintain the health of your smile. Dr. David Blackhurst and our team are more than happy to tell you some eating and drinking habits to... read more »
