Todd Fitzwater

  It's much easier to remain calm during any emergency if you know the appropriate first-aid techniques. Taking a few steps to protect your teeth and ease your pain, in addition to receiving emergency dentistry services from your Farmington, UT, dentist, Dr. Ryan Allen of Station Park Dental, can help you safeguard your smile. Knocked-Out or Loose Teeth A fall, motor vehicle accident or blow to the face may loosen or knock out your teeth. Visiting the dentist as soon as possible after your accident can help you avoid tooth loss. What You Should Do:   Gently push your loose tooth back in its usual place if you can without forcing it. If you can find your knocked out tooth, rinse it to remove debris, then place it back in the socket or between the gum and cheek if possible. If the tooth won't fit in the socket, or it's not comfortable between your cheek and gum, put in a covered container covered by your saliva or milk. Call the Farmington dental office immediately if your to...

  Implant dentistry utilizes dental implants to restore both beauty and function to your smile. This exciting branch of dentistry has several advantages when it comes to tooth replacement, such as being durable and long-lasting. Implant dentistry is available at Station Park Dental in Farmington, UT, where Dr. Ryan Allen can determine if you are a candidate for dental implants. Dental Implants Dental implants are small metal posts that function similarly as tooth roots to anchor crowns, bridgework, or implant-supported dentures in place. Dental implants are inserted into the jawbone and will permanently fuse with the bone over time, which is one of the reasons dental implants are such a secure tooth-replacement option. Candidates for dental implants must have sufficient bone density to be able to place them in the jawbone. Patients desiring dental implants should also have healthy gums and good oral health in general. An oral exam and x-ray imaging can reveal whether you are a cand...

  How your dentist in Farmington, Utah can help you enjoy a healthy smile. Finding the right oral care routine is one of the most important ways you can ensure a healthy smile. The right oral care routine has one important goal, and that is to keep your smile healthy. Your dentist can help too, by providing regular preventive dental care. Dr. Ryan Allen at Station Park Dental in Farmington, Utah offers comprehensive dental care, including preventive dental services. The right oral care routine needs to remove plaque, thoroughly and frequently. Plaque is the enemy of your smile because plaque contains millions of harmful bacteria that produce toxins. These toxins cause gum disease, periodontal disease, and tooth decay, which can rob you of your healthy smile. The right oral care routine needs to include: Frequent brushing;   you should brush after meals and before bed. Many people find an electric or sonic toothbrush helpful. Always use a toothpaste containing fluoride, to prot...