Frandsen Dental of Orem Blog

Straight teeth do more than improve the appearance of your smile; they also play an important role in your overall oral and physical health. While orthodontic treatment is often associated with cosmetic improvements, properly aligned teeth can provide long-term health benefits that go far beyond aesthetics.

Your front teeth are highly visible when you are smiling, so if you are missing one of them, it is very obvious. This means that you need a strong tooth replacement option that looks and feels natural. Dental implants are the best tooth replacement option out there, but do they provide the same results when in the front of the most? The answer is – yes! Continue reading to learn more about the dental implant process and who is a good candidate.

Teeth are often lost due to oral injuries, infections, or genetic conditions, but your dentist will be happy to help you find the best way to replace your missing pearly whites and restore your gorgeous smile. Dental implants are the ideal way to replace lost teeth, but some patients may be discouraged from considering them due to their seemingly high price tag. Here’s a quick look at a few of the amazing oral health benefits dental implants can provide and how they can actually save you money in the long run.

Getting new dentures can be a life-changing experience. They restore your smile, improve your ability to eat, and boost your confidence. However, one of the biggest challenges new denture wearers face is learning to speak clearly and comfortably again. At first, you might notice that certain words sound different or your dentures feel slightly loose when you talk—but with time and a little practice, it becomes second nature. Here are 5 helpful tips for talking confidently with dentures.

Cavities are one of the most common dental issues, but not all of them are easy to spot. Some form in hidden areas—like between your teeth—where they can quietly grow until they cause pain or damage. These “interproximal cavities” often go unnoticed without the help of a dentist, but there are signs you can watch for and ways to prevent them from forming in the first place.

While today’s dentures are very well-made, they aren’t absolutely perfect. The prosthetics still need regular relining to work well; they’ll fail early otherwise. Given that fact, many patients wonder, “Can I reline my dentures myself?” The matter is a serious oral issue, so your local Orem dentist is here with a proper answer. Just keep reading to learn why you shouldn’t reline dentures yourself, as well as why to see a dentist instead.

Although it’s believed that ancient people once needed wisdom teeth for survival, today they’re considered a vestigial feature that’s no longer necessary for survival. Plus, they tend to cause more trouble than they’re worth, so most dentists recommend having them removed.

Then, you must care for your mouth properly after your wisdom tooth extraction to avoid potential complications, such as dry socket or developing an infection. Continue reading to learn more about which foods are safe to enjoy and which ones could interfere with your recovery if you’re not careful!

Have you noticed an unpleasant tingling or sharp sensation, especially when consuming overly hot or cold foods? When it comes to your teeth, no pain is considered ‘normal’, and sensitivity can point to one or more of several potential underlying concerns. Not only that, but oral issues don’t usually resolve themselves and tend to worsen in time.

Contacting your dentist sooner rather than later allows them to identify and treat the root problem to prevent dental problems, like damage, decay, or disease, from progressing. Continue reading to learn about 3 potential causes for your sensitivity and how your provider can help!

Wisdom teeth, also called your third molars, were useful tools for our ancient ancestors, but these days, many people end up having them extracted for one reason or another. Ultimately, they have become more of a nuisance than helpful to our smiles. It is common for wisdom teeth to become impacted, which usually warrants them being extracted. Continue reading to learn some of the most common signs of wisdom tooth impaction.

While one of the primary objectives of the dental profession is the prevention of tooth loss, it is sometimes necessary to remove one or more troubled teeth to preserve the health of the rest of the mouth. Wisdom tooth extractions are incredibly common procedures, but it’s perfectly understandable that many patients will be anxious about the idea of having teeth removed. Here’s a brief guide to why wisdom tooth removal may be necessary and a few of the benefits the procedure can provide.