Do you have any broken or damaged teeth? Have you suffered blunt trauma or have you taken a blow to the head that has resulted in dental damage? If so, it is important to visit your dentist to determine if damage to your pulp has occurred. If so, an endodontic treatment such as a root canal will be required. Endodontics... read more »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

Have you heard that only children are at risk of tooth decay? In reality, anyone can have tooth decay—though your children are generally more vulnerable than adults are. In fact, tooth decay is 400% more common than asthma between the ages of fourteen and seventeen. Similarly, 25% of children between one and four have some type of tooth decay while... read more »

Are your teeth sensitive to heat, cold, pressure, or acidic foods? If so, then you may wonder what caused your teeth to become sensitive. Keep reading to learn more about how sensitivity occurs and the possible causes for it. In the center of your tooth is the pulp, a soft tissue which consists of nerves, connective tissues, and blood vessels.... read more »

Are you visiting the dentist today to fill a cavity? Since your mouth will be too numb to smile for some time afterwards, smile now with some dental puns. — Be kind to your dentist because he has fillings too. — A dentist and a manicurist fought tooth and nail. — A dentist has to tell the patient the whole... read more »