When most of us think about our dental health, we think about our teeth, but our gums are also an important part of dental health. That’s why when you visit the dentist for an exam, they’ll examine and x-ray your teeth for signs of cavities, and they’ll also measure...
You may have heard about fluoride from your dentist or seen it advertised on products at the store like toothpaste and mouthwash. Why is it added to dental products? What are its benefits to your teeth? Is it a necessary ingredient in toothpaste? Fluoride can have a...
There are many benefits to choosing to eat healthier, among them the ways diet affects oral health. Eating foods low in sugar and other carbohydrates and starches and high in nutrients like vitamin A, vitamin C, calcium, magnesium and phosphorus might not only help...
In this post from Jordan Landing Smiles in West Jordan we’re going to discuss mouthwash. Many people use mouthwash to freshen their breath and help prevent tooth decay. While some mouthwash has cavity-fighting additives, it should never be used exclusively. Good...
One of our most important roles at Jordan Landing Smiles in West Jordan is helping our patients maintain the best possible dental health. Regular cleanings and checkups are essential. Some of our patients have problems with mouth sores, which is the topic of this...
In this post from Jordan Landing Smiles in West Jordan, we’ll get right to the point. While tongue, cheek, and lip piercings are popular and even commonplace, there are lots of reasons to keep piercings where they belong—in your ears. Here are five really good...