Looking for a family dentist in Holladay? You’ve come to the right place! Smart Dental Care has a dedicated team of compassionate professionals ready to meet you and your family!
Our family-friendly practice keeps patients of all ages smiling with a welcoming atmosphere and passionate professionalism. No matter what oral care treatments you need, we aim to provide a comfortable experience.
We appreciate how important it is to feel safe and comfortable in a dentist’s office—especially for kids! We’ve catered our office setting and trained our staff with this concern in mind.
Contact us today and let us be a part of your family!
WHY FAMILY DENTISTRY?
There is no way to properly sum up just how hard-working our mouths are; the complex union of hard tissue like teeth to soft tissue like the tongue makes chewing and speech possible. Even our facial muscles benefit from a healthy jaw and a full set of teeth.
The immense amount of work our mouths provide for our daily lives is one of the main reasons proper dental health is so important. The loss of teeth can lead to a shift in your bite, gum disease can cause bone deterioration and that isn’t even considering the cosmetic impact of your smile!
Thankfully, family dentistry keeps every family member in the best possible oral health, with treatments ranging from pediatric cleanings to tooth replacement options. We even have treatments for teens who need orthodontic work and parents who want to improve the appearance of their smile.
OUR FAMILY DENTISTRY CAN BE RELAXING
If you are a resident of Holladay or the surrounding Great Salt Lake area, you don’t need to search for family-friendly dentistry anymore. Smart Dental Care pays special attention to making our practice an inviting space for every patient, no matter their age.
This makes every experience you have at our practice much more relaxing so you can focus on the benefits of the wonderful family dentistry treatments we offer. From dental examinations, filling in a cavity, or a quick crown placement, you can rest assured the experience will be as quick and comfortable as possible.
We also love kids! We know a lot of children can feel nervous in a dentist’s office, and we took careful consideration of that as we designed our clinic. It’s specifically designed with kids in mind! If you’re concerned about bringing your child to see us, please give us a call. We’d be happy to answer your questions and resolve your concerns.
How Should I Prepare for a Dental Visit?
Unless you are suffering from a dental emergency, when you make an appointment with us, it will be a consultation about what treatment would meet your personal, dental needs. If there is any specific information required for the consultation, you will be informed beforehand.
Otherwise, simply review any recent medical information and any medication you are taking before arriving.
How Can I Prepare My Child For Their First Appointment?
For parents with small children about to get their first tooth, it’s understandable to be concerned about how to prepare children for the dentist. We recommend bringing young children in very early, even as young as one year old, so we can check up on their oral development.
Here’s a list of things you can do to make your child’s first appointment a success:
- Inform them ahead of time, but not too far! If your kid doesn’t know what to expect, they could imagine some pretty crazy things about our office. Telling them the day of the appointment is a great way to give them enough notice without giving them time to stress themselves out.
- Read books about the dentist, that show the experience in a positive light. Make it sound fun and exciting, and we promise we’ll deliver. We love helping kids have a great first visit with us because making it easy for them to come back will help their dental health so much.
- Bring your child’s favorite toy to the office with you. Let them take a stuffed friend that will bring them comfort in a new and strange environment. All stuffed animals, toy trains, and dolls are welcome in our office. Whatever your child needs to be happy and at ease, we’ll do our best to work around it.
PROFESSIONAL TEETH CLEANING
Having your teeth professionally cleaned has the great benefits of reducing gum disease, getting rid of dental detritus, and giving your teeth an extra polish. The professional cleaning process is a comprehensive and comfortable treatment. The cleaning process often goes as follows:
- A Quick Inspection: Often carried out by a dental hygienist, the professional teeth cleaning process requires a quick inspection of your mouth. This is just a precaution to ensure that no cavities, inflammation, or sores will make the cleaning process uncomfortable.
- Removal of Plaque/Tartar: Next, our dental hygienist will use a combination of a dental mirror and a specialized tool called a scaler to remove any plaque or tartar. This is the film and hardened substance that often gathers at the base of your teeth, creating an increased risk of gum disease.
- Professional-Grade Cleaning: Once any plaque or tartar has been removed, you will be treated to a professional-grade brushing. A unique type of toothpaste that is far more coarse than commercial toothpaste will be applied with a powerful, electric brush. This will polish your tooth enamel, removing any substances that be stuck to your teeth.
- Final Step, Flossing: With all of the other steps complete, you will have professional flossing performed by our dental hygienist. With the help of dental mirrors and lighting, they can make sure your gumline is clean and free of any dental detritus. This process can make a huge difference in removing plaque from in between your teeth.
Why Our Patients Love Us:
“You will love this office! Family friendly, knowlegable staff, front desk is very helpful with insurance, great doctors, etc. You will love Smart Dental Care!”
- Chelsey Lynn R.
WHAT FAMILY DENTISTRY SERVICES DO YOU PROVIDE?
With family dentistry encompassing a wide variety of treatments, it is a great preventative measure against a wide range of oral health risks. The following is a list of some of the most common dental issues that family dentistry addresses.
Catching Cavities Early
Easily one of the most common dental issues, dental cavities are holes in the enamel of your teeth. The likely culprit of a dental cavity is harmful bacteria that compromise the integrity of a tooth. However, sugary drinks, excessive snacking, and bruxism (tooth grinding) can also contribute to cavities.
Family dentistry examinations are key in catching cavities early, which makes resolving the issue quite simple through techniques like dental crowns or fillings. If a cavity isn’t caught in the early stages, it can lead to an infection that puts not only the damaged tooth but the surrounding teeth at risk.
Long-Lasting Fillings for Every Smile
It is nearly impossible to discuss dental cavities without dental fillings, as one is a common oral health concern and the other is the resolution. When a dental cavity creates a hole in your tooth enamel, to prevent infection, that hole must be filled.
In the past, dental fillings were commonly made from silver amalgam. However, modern dental filling is often made of a biocompatible material known as composite resin. Not only does composite resin allow for a more natural look, but it is also much more resilient to temperature changes that come from foods like ice cream or hot drinks.
Relieving Toothaches Fast
A “toothache” is often a catch-all term for many potential oral healthcare risks, usually summed up by pain coming from one or more teeth. If a toothache is simply causing dental discomfort, many tend to put treatment off, but if you are experiencing any tooth pain, contact our office quickly!
While a toothache can be caused by dental decay or dental trauma such as a fracture, it can also be a sign of a serious infection that can put your tooth at risk for removal.
Thankfully, no matter the cause of your toothache, family dentistry treatments can address it in the form of dental crowns, fillings, or procedures that specifically target infections. So don’t go another day with dental discomfort when you can find relief at Smart Dental Care!
Pediatric Dentistry
It is important to take a child to a family dentist around the time they have their first tooth emerge. You can take them to a pediatric dentist or doctor earlier, especially if teething is particularly bothering your child.
Getting your child comfortable with the dentist early on is critical to their well-being. They will be more comfortable calling us when they get older and they need dental help, and visits throughout their life will be familiar instead of scary.
Dental Care for Pregnancy
Did you know that you are more likely to contract gum disease while pregnant? Coming to the dentist at least once or twice during your pregnancy can help us manage the possible impact pregnancy can have on your teeth.
The Optimal Oral Health Routine
The biggest impact on oral health comes from how you take care of your teeth at home. Start a routine that gets you brushing and flossing your teeth every day. This simple habit can keep your teeth free of cavity-causing bacteria.
Dental visits are also an important part of maintaining your oral health. We want to see you every six months so we can make sure you are healthy and help you stay that way.
Brush
Teeth that are brushed regularly have less accumulated bacteria, less frequent cavities, and healthier gums. Your teeth need to be brushed at least twice a day; once at the beginning, and once before bed. Be sure to brush away from your gums and toward your teeth!
Floss
Flossing gets forgotten way too often. Brushing your teeth may help your gums a little, but flossing does a much better job of getting rid of plaque accumulating between your teeth and around your gums. If you want to prevent gum disease, floss your teeth once a day!
Rinse
After you’ve brushed and flossed your teeth, give them a good rinse with a dentist-approved mouthwash. Mouthwash includes minerals and antibacterial agents that strengthen your teeth and kill bacteria. Rinsing also clears your mouth of debris left over from flossing.
Checkups
Dental visits every six months not only give your mouth a powerwash it can’t get at home, but we’ll also perform an exam to catch and prevent any issues. You’ll leave our office with a fresher, healthier smile, and knowledge about what your mouth needs to be its healthiest.
Dentistry for the Whole Family!
With over a decade of combined experience and dedication to the dental health of Holladay residents, Smart Dental Care has made it a goal to make your dental experience a comfortable one. To us, an informed patient is a comfortable patient, which is why we will be happy to answer any further questions you may have about family dentistry.
What Sets Smart Dental Care Apart?
At Smart Dental Care, we want you to feel a warm, friendly atmosphere while knowing you are receiving the finest in oral care treatment. Creating healthy, beautiful smiles through compassionate and comprehensive dental care has been the goal for the professionals at Smart Dental Care since day one.
We can’t be any prouder of our incredible dental team and the treatment they have given residents throughout Salt Lake County. To learn about our amazing dentists and their professional accomplishments, check out our “About Us” pages.
Convenient, Friendly Dentistry for Your Family!
From routine dental exams to same-day dental crowns, Smart Dental Care is here to help you meet all of your oral health goals. Contact us today to learn about the variety of incredible services we offer and find your finest smile!