Are you aware of all the tips and techniques you can use to enhance your smile? Lifestyle choices, the foods and drinks you consume, and oral health care cleaning habits can all vastly influence the overall health of your smile and your oral health. It is important to always make sure you're not partaking in any lifestyle habits that can... read more »
We have seen many patients at Dental Designs of Bountiful who’ve been misled through media and advertising into thinking that using an antiseptic mouthwash was just as effective as flossing. We’ve had to correct them on this. Flossing is the best way to clean plaque and food particles from between the teeth and gum line. After you floss, it’s recommended... read more »
How would you rank your oral health care? Would you say that you are adequately caring for your teeth and gums or would you agree there is a lot you could be doing to improve your smile? The chances are that even with excellent oral health tactics, there may be many little tricks and techniques you could and should be... read more »
Good oral health is important, but it's not achieved solely through brushing twice a day. You need to create an entire oral hygiene routine if you want your teeth - and oral health - to stay in tip-top shape. And, with the proven link between oral health and your overall well-being, it's worth the few extra minutes a day to... read more »
Once you have finally placed your new dental crown, it’s time to start taking care of it. Just like your natural teeth, it is extremely important to care for your crown by doing the following things: · Brush: Make sure you brush your smile at least two times a day. You are more than welcome to brush more often if... read more »
If you have sensitive teeth, you understand how inconvenient and painful eating and drinking your favorite foods and drinks can be. Tooth sensitivity is a common dental problem that could be caused by many different things, but we are here to help you find a remedy that can relieve your tooth sensitivity and give you the comfort you deserve! The... read more »
Have you ever heard of gingivitis? If not, let me tell you a little bit about it. Gingivitis is the first stage of gum disease, and it occurs when the plaque on your teeth begins to irritate your gums. The longer the plaque resides on your teeth, the more the plaque will grow and destroy your gums. As time passes... read more »
Mouthwashes leave freshness to your breath and help clean food debris from your teeth. But some mouthwashes can do even more than that. Learn about the different types of mouthwashes and decide which one is for you. Therapeutic and Cosmetic Mouthwashes These are the two main types of mouthwashes, each having different benefits. Therapeutic: This kind does the best at... read more »