I'm Still Numb!
Darren Gardner DDS, Provo Dentist I had a friend call me last night because his friend's wife had seen another dentist that morning for some work, but was concerned that she was still numb that...
View ArticleBad Breath
Darren Gardner DDS- Provo Dentist Bad Breath 80% of all bad breathe originates from overgrowth of bad bacteria in the mouth. Some of the most common causes of bad breath are: • plaque (a layer of bad...
View ArticleHow Often Should I Go to the Dentist?
Darren Gardner DDS Provo Dentist Many people wonder how often they should see a dentist. That depends on two things: your risk for cavities and periodontal disease, and your desire to keep your teeth...
View ArticlePre-Surgery Dental Exams
Darren Gardner DDS- Provo Dentist Many people don't realize the importance of having a dental exam prior to major surgery, radiation treatment of the head and neck, or chemotherapy. In addition,...
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Exceptional Crowns, Fillings, and Root Canals with High Power Magnification
Darren Gardner DDS Provo Dentist High Power Magnification No magnification Most commonly used magnification High power magnification Dr. Gardner...
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Smile Design
Darren Gardner DDS, Provo Dentist Smile Design, Cosmetic Dentistry One of the most satisfying things we do in our office is creating confident smiles. A confident smile can actually change lives! We...
View ArticleEmergency Rooms Seeing More Dental Problems
Darren Gardner DDS, Provo Dentist On Feb. 28th 2012, the Pew Center on the States released a report entitled "A Costly Dental Destination" which highlighted a trend for an increasing number of...
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Whitening a Dark Tooth
Darren Gardner DDS, Provo Dentist Before After "My Tooth Turned Dark!" It is not uncommon to have a front tooth darken...
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Aesthetic Dentistry Smile Design
Darren Gardner DDS, Provo Dentist Another smile try in. This young patient's permanent teeth grew in smaller than normal and he wants to fix the spaces in his smile. We discussed having his teeth...
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Cracked Teeth
Darren Gardner DDS, Provo Dentist This tooth has a very serious crack. It is completely pain free, but without a crown to strengthen it, it is in serious danger of splitting down the root...
View ArticleYou Asked The Questions, Here's The Answers!
Darren Gardner DDS, Provo Dentist How do you treat receding gums? Receding gums can be caused by a few different things. Brushing too hard using a sawing motion with a hard bristle toothbrush is a...
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Teeth Whitening and Sensitivity
Darren Gardner DDS, Provo Dentist Teeth Whitening and Sensitivity I am asked frequently about the most effective methods for whitening teeth and tooth sensitivity associated with whitening. Many try...
View ArticleDental X-rays and Brain Cancer: Experts Say the Study is Flawed
A recent study released in April 2012 entitled "Dental X-Rays and Risk of Meningioma" has been well publicized in the media and has some patients concerned about the safety of dental x-rays. We have...
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What Causes Tooth Decay (Cavities)
Darren Gardner DDS, Provo Dentist Diet is the Most Important Factor While many credit "soft teeth" for their cavities, tooth decay is caused by a diet where sugar is frequently contacting the teeth in...
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Dental Implants
Darren Gardner DDS, Provo Dentist Implant Abuttment Crown fabricated to fit on the abuttment What Is A Dental Implant? A dental implant is used to restore missing...
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Completed Whitening, Veneers, Bonding, and Crowns Cosmetic Dentistry Case
Darren Gardner DDS, Provo Dentist Smile design turned out great!!!!
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Images of Yellowstone
Backpacking Trip in Yellowstone Pictures! This is what I call fun!
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Do I Really Need A Crown?
Do I Really Need A Crown? Darren Gardner DDS- Provo Dentist Our teeth take a beating! And some people are harder on their teeth than others (clenching, grinding, chewing ice, popcorn kernals,...
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Minimally Invasive Dentistry
Darren Gardner DDS, Provo Dentist Minimally Invasive Dentistry My goal as a dentist is to help our patients keep their natural teeth for their whole lifetime. One way we help our patients...
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Closing a Space with Bonding (Diastema Closure)
Dr. Darren Gardner, Provo Cosmetic Dentist Many people have spaces between their teeth that they wish they could change, but think it is too expensive to fix. Often times, the best treatment and the...
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