Monday 7 October 2013

Oral Warning Signs Can Indicate Serious Medical Conditions



Regular dental exams not only help to decrease a patient's risk of oral diseases, such as cavities and periodontal (gum) disease, but they may also help to diagnose other, sometimes life-threatening, medical conditions.
 
Dentists are able to assess a patient's overall oral health and may recognize symptoms of serious diseases, including diabetes, cancer, and eating disorders, which often manifest as signs and symptoms inside of the mouth. Click here to learn more.

Above article from KnowYourTeeth.com

Millcreek Family Dental 
Dr. Anthony J. Baird, DDS
1455 South 500 West, Suite D
Bountiful, UT 84010
Phone: (801) 292-4009
Website: www.DrBaird.com 

Halloween Tips



Halloween is around the corner, which for most children means bags of free candy and a chance to build up the stockpile of sweets for the winter. Being one of the most fun times of the year for families, Halloween can also present parents with a variety of health and safety challenges.
The American Dental Association, America's premier source of oral health information, has prepared a list of 10 suggestions to help parents maintain good oral health for their children around the Halloween holiday and throughout the year.

  1.  Consume Halloween candy and other sugary foods with meals.
    Saliva production increases during meals and helps neutralize acids produced by bacteria in your mouth and helps rinse away food particles. 
  2. Avoid hard candy and other sweets that stay in your mouth for a long time.
    Besides how often you snack, the length of time food is in your mouth plays a role in tooth decay. Unless it is a sugar-free product, candies that stay in the mouth for a long period of time subject teeth to prolonged acid attack, increasing the risk for tooth decay. 
  3. Avoid sticky candies that cling to your teeth.
    The stickier candies, like taffy and gummy bears, take longer to get washed away by saliva, increasing the risk for tooth decay. 



Click here to read more tips.


Above article from: ada.org

Millcreek Family Dental 
Dr. Anthony J. Baird, DDS
1455 South 500 West, Suite D
Bountiful, UT 84010
Phone: (801) 292-4009
Website: www.DrBaird.com 

Don't Forget to Clean Your Tongue



Your oral health routine should always include brushing your tongue with your toothbrush or using a tongue scraper, which you can find in the dental products aisle at the drugstore. That’s important because foods can get stuck in the grooves of your tongue, causing bacteria to grow. Other oral health problems that can develop if you don't clean your tongue are a bad taste in your mouth, staining on your tongue, and bad breath, Abayon say


Above article from EverydayHealth.com

Millcreek Family Dental 
Dr. Anthony J. Baird, DDS
1455 South 500 West, Suite D
Bountiful, UT 84010
Phone: (801) 292-4009
Website: www.DrBaird.com 

Missing Teeth?

‘New Teeth’ to Replace Missing OnesImplant Dentist Bountiful UT
If you have one tooth missing or many, dental implants can provide natural-looking replacements for a complete smile. For the back teeth, they give stability for chewing every type of food. In the front, they give you a beautiful, pleasing smile.

Implants look just like a real tooth as they are implanted under the gums. It appears that the tooth has grown through the gums, just like a natural tooth would. People with dentures can benefit from implants, as they stabilize dentures to prevent movement or slippage and they don’t need to be removed at bedtime. We make it easy for you as we take care of the entire process, so there is no need to visit another office.

Tired of Dentures Slipping?

What if we could fix your problem of slipping or shifting dentures? Wouldn’t that make your life much easier and more comfortable? Well, let us put a smile on your face, as we can offer you dental implants that “lock in” your dentures. This holds them in place securely no matter what you eat or when laughing or talking. If you wear dentures, ask us about implants that will eliminate this problem and boost your confidence.



Millcreek Family Dental 
Dr. Anthony J. Baird, DDS
1455 South 500 West, Suite D
Bountiful, UT 84010
Phone: (801) 292-4009
Website: www.DrBaird.com

Smile Makeovers

Having a New Smile is Easier Than You ThinkCosmetic Dentistry Bountiful UT
One reason people smile is because a dazzling smile makes them feel good! If you always wanted to remake your smile, but thought it wasn't possible, come to our office and let us show you what can be done! With technology for the best preventive care and aesthetics, we can give you a beautiful smile. Today’s restorative techniques of bonding, veneers, crowns, whitening, and tooth-colored fillings make it both easy and affordable to have a great, natural-looking smile.

Two Visits for Your ‘Smile Makeover’
With modern dentistry, we can change and enhance the appearance of your teeth in as little as two visits. Whether you have unsightly gaps, discolorations, or misshapen teeth, porcelain veneers may be the way to go. These veneers are very thin and are bonded to your teeth. They look like natural teeth and are very durable, as they are made from the best dental ceramic available.

 
Millcreek Family Dental 
Dr. Anthony J. Baird, DDS
1455 South 500 West, Suite D
Bountiful, UT 84010
Phone: (801) 292-4009
Website: www.DrBaird.com

Dentist Bountiful UT

Dentist Dr. Anthony Baird Bountiful UTDr. Anthony Baird is pleased to be able to offer beautiful smiles to his neighbors in Bountiful and the surrounding communities.

Dr. Baird earned his dental degree from Virginia Commonwealth University after earning his bachelor’s degree from Weber State University. He has since engaged in ongoing postgraduate education, specifically selecting courses focusing on smile design and full-mouth rehabilitation. His most recent training in dental implants allows him to offer his patients the best alternative for missing teeth and a return to a beautiful smile. Dr. Baird’s commitment to lifelong education means that he is constantly evaluating emerging dental methods and technologies in order to provide his patients with the best results in the least invasive manner with a high emphasis on comfort. This commitment ensures the highest level of care, both today and tomorrow.

Dr. Baird is an active participant in the community as a member of the Bountiful Rotary Club. He and his wife Kim have three beautiful children, and in his spare time, he enjoys fly fishing and spending time with his kids.


Millcreek Family Dental 
Dr. Anthony J. Baird, DDS
1455 South 500 West, Suite D
Bountiful, UT 84010
Phone: (801) 292-4009
Website: www.DrBaird.com