Acidic Foods and Enamel Erosion

Enamel erosion is a common dental issue that is not discussed as much as other dental emergencies. Enamel erosion can attack your smile, promoting tooth decay and causing tooth sensitivity. It is best to avoid enamel erosion so you can have a healthy and comfortable smile. Here are some tips to help you do so. Try to avoid eating acidic... read more »

Tips for Toothbrush Care

Are you looking for tips and tricks to keep your smile healthy and bright? If so, you have come to the right place! Here at Ridge Park Dental in Layton, Utah, our team is happy to give you tips on toothbrush care, which can help keep your smile healthy too. Did you know, your toothbrush can harbor bacteria, which spreads... read more »

How Do I Take Care of My Dental Bridge?

Your dental bridge is strong and reliable. In fact, it can give you the smile you’ve always wanted all while replacing your missing teeth and withstanding the pressures associated with chewing, biting, and talking. However, that doesn’t mean it’s invulnerable to dental issues. This is why it’s important to keep your dental bridge in tip-top shape. To help you take... read more »

Enhance Your Smile by Enhancing Your Flossing Techniques

Enhance your smile by enhancing your flossing techniques. Dental floss is an extremely important part of your oral health care daily regimen, as it cleans the areas between teeth that brushing cannot touch. If for any reason your flossing habits are insufficient and cannot be corrected, try switching to an alternative interdental cleaner such as a water flosser. For a... read more »

What to Do About Your Wisdom Teeth?

Do you ever wonder why so many people need to have their wisdom teeth removed? In reality, many people have their wisdom teeth removed as a precaution because wisdom teeth could actually cause a number of fairly serious problems. For example, did you know that your wisdom teeth could become impacted, or stuck in your gum line? Similarly, your wisdom... read more »

The Mouthwash Quiz

Did you know that mouthwash can be made for a variety of uses and a variety of treatments? However, mouthwash brands are unregulated so always speak with you dentist before using any brand or product or look for the ADA Seal of Acceptance to ensure the product is safe and effective. For more information about mouthwash, take the following quiz:... read more »

The Best and Healthiest Gum for Your Teeth

Unfortunately, there are many things in the world that can threaten to harm your teeth, and chewing gum is one of them. There are many types of gum that can attack your chompers and cause damage, especially if the gum is loaded with sugar. So, it’s important to select a type of gum that is healthy for your teeth, like... read more »

How to Properly Brush Your Teeth

Brushing your teeth is extremely important for the health of your gums, teeth, and even plays a role in the health of your whole body. While the practice is now quite common, would you be surprised to learn that there are a few things many of us could do better when it comes to brushing? You should brush your teeth... read more »

Amalgam and Tooth-Colored Fillings

At the office of Dr. Brough Family & Cosmetic Dentistry in Layton, Utah, Dr. Grant Brough and his team are pleased to offer our patients composite (tooth-colored) fillings and amalgam (silver) fillings, today’s most common dental fillings and both with advantages. Composite Composite fillings (or white fillings) blend in with your teeth, making your smile look natural. They are perfect... read more »

Mints, Gum, and Your Breath

Have you ever had to deal with bad breath? As you know, virtually everyone has. But when your breath isn’t as fresh as you would like, what do you do? If you reach for a breath mint or chewing gum to help your breath, you may want to reconsider--especially if you have to cover bad breath regularly. In reality, using... read more »