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Dental Sealants at Young Family Dental

Posted on May 15, 2012 by admin

We are big supporters of preventative dentistry at Young Family Dental- keeping up-to-date with your dental check-ups and cleanings – to lower your chance of needing extensive dental work.  One procedure which may benefit you or your children is the … Continue reading →

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Special Needs Patients at the Dentist

Posted on April 26, 2012 by admin

At Young Family Dental we strive to give all of our patients superior treatment and experiences.  However, there are those who require even more additional attention and care. These patients are generally classified as “special needs” patients. These are individuals, … Continue reading →

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The Trouble With Teething

Posted on April 19, 2012 by admin

At Young Family Dental we see a lot of concerned parents with teething children trying to figure out how to best alleviate their child’s discomfort. CNN recently posted this video with great advice for these parents: Trouble with Teething Knowing … Continue reading →

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Drinking Milk Can Strengthen Teeth

Posted on April 13, 2012 by admin

Your parents may have told you some white lies, including that if you make that ugly face one more time it will stick like that or that if you don’t clean your room the boogie monster will come to get … Continue reading →

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Young Family Dental Highlights Dr. Christopher Young

Posted on April 6, 2012 by admin

Dr. Christopher Young graduated from New York University School of Dentistry. He is a graduate of Timpview High School, where he played on the State Championship basketball teams in 1988 and 1989. He attended Boise State University where he played … Continue reading →

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Your Dentist and Sleep Apnea

Posted on March 29, 2012 by admin

Have you ever been told you stop breathing while asleep?  Do you ever feel excessively sleepy during the day?  Has this tiredness effected your work or driving?  Do you wake up with headaches during the night or in the morning? … Continue reading →

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Young Family Dental Sedation Options

Posted on March 22, 2012 by admin

Statistics show that nearly 30% of Americans are afraid of visiting the dentist and even will put up with pain or discomfort to avoid making that dreaded trip to the dental office.  For these kinds of people, there is the … Continue reading →

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Dental Hygiene Reminders

Posted on March 15, 2012 by admin

We could all use periodic reminders about our dental hygiene.  Here’s a list of the recommended ways to make sure you keep your smile healthy and bright: Brush your teeth twice a day with fluoride toothpaste Clean between your teeth … Continue reading →

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From Kissing to Cavities?

Posted on March 13, 2012 by admin

In a 2011 article featured in the New York Times we learn if cavities are contagious.  The article compares it to the common cold or the flu, how both of these illnesses can be caught from interaction with other people, … Continue reading →

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Emergency Room and Dental Care in Utah

Posted on March 6, 2012 by admin

When you think of what kind of cases go into the emergency room each day, you usually don’t think of emergency dental care being on the list but the truth is Utah is seeing a growing trend of dentistry in … Continue reading →

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