Everyone likes to save money at the dentist. Dental bills can be expensive. At South Valley Pediatric Dentistry, we try to make phenomenal dental care available for every kid, regardless of income or insurance. That’s why we contract with more major insurance plans than anyone else, including Utah Medicaid. But with or without insurance coverage,
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Whether your child loves to visit the dentist or has some anxiety, these dental jokes are sure to make them crack up! Q: Why did the kid dance before bed? A: The dentist said to floss every night! Q: Why did the lumberjack go to the dentist? A: He had a cavi-tree. Q: Why did
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Whether you call them mouth ulcers, canker sores, or their clinical name, Aphthous stomatitis, these painful, inflamed, open sores can cause major problems. Learn the inside tricks for managing and preventing chronic canker sores.
read moreDr. Chamberlain is currently the President of the Utah Dental Association, and as such, has been blessed with the opportunity to visit different dentists throughout the state of Utah. He loves serving in this way and helping to educate the community about oral health and hygiene. Last week, he was able to spend time talking
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*Note: “E is for Expertise” is part 5 of a 5 part series on South Valley Pediatric Dentistry’s core values. To start with part 1, click here – Our Core Values* The final letter in our Core Value acronym, TIKE, stands for Expertise. At South Valley Pediatric Dentistry we believe in providing a one stop
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*Note: “T is for Teamwork” is part 2 of a 5 part series on South Valley Pediatric Dentistry’s core values. To start with part 1, click here – Our Core Values* As discussed in our last post, South Valley Pediatric Dentistry’s core values can be summarized with the acronym “TIKE.” The T in TIKE stands
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Blocked sinuses due to infection, allergies or illness will frequently manifest as tooth pain, among other odd causes of toothache…
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Sometimes we’re doing our best to keep our teeth clean, but cavities still come up. While, some people are just more prone to getting cavities, stepping-up in the cavity prevention department can help even the most cavity prone patients.
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If you’ve ever looked into braces for you or your child, you know that orthodontics can cost a pretty penny. However, many parents aren’t aware that there are things we can do to avoid ever needing braces. Along with early prevention measures at home (like avoiding pacifiers and thumb sucking), your general dentist may be
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We all want what’s best for our kids, and that includes a healthy smile and a trauma-free dental experience. While, some children have a harder time than others, and there’s no magic bullet to make every child feel okay, having a consistent, positive, kid-oriented dental home can help the process go much easier.
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