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JULY 2015DAVIS
pearly whitesTeeth whitening tips on a budget
scared of the dentist?Tips to make your visits easier
We seem to have two modes when it comes to our teeth. The first mode is the quest for the
perfect smile. We spend our childhoods with braces and retainers, then in later years pursue every teeth whitening paste and treatment known to mankind. We want those straight, white, beautiful teeth we see in magazines and on TV, the kind of smiles that gleam in just the right light. It’s an exhausting quest, but not a bad one. Our smiles can be our best feature. If we get our hair dyed and wear exactly the right kind of shoes to make our legs look fantastic, then we have every right to give our teeth that same kind of boost. But then there are the rest of us, who have given up any hope of having the perfect smile. My teeth are crooked because my tongue apparently goes the wrong direction when I swallow, an unruly habit that I’ve never quite figured out how to train it out of. By the time braces became financially viable, I chose not to get them because my teeth would just go crooked again in a few years. Model-beautiful grins will be forever beyond me. I found this attitude defaulted me into the second most common approach when it comes to our teeth, which means that I largely forget that they’re something I actually need to take care of. I brush my teeth, but that’s more to make sure my breath smells OK than out of any real concern for my teeth. I floss when I remember, but honestly I don’t remember all that often. Various commercials shout warnings about various things that can wreak havoc on my enamel, but I largely ignore them. I have no idea if my water has fluoride in it or not. Which, you know, is a terrible attitude to have about my teeth. Just because they’re not “pretty” doesn’t mean they’re not a vital part of my body that I desperately need. Yes, people can live without their teeth, but it’s much harder for them to enjoy things like hamburgers, steak, fresh apples and es-sentially any food that requires biting or tear-
ing in order to enjoy them properly. Since this is a category that includes at least 80 percent of all the most delicious foods in existence, it’s not one I’m ready to give up. Yes, I know there are dentures, and that there are people who live perfectly fine lives without their teeth. But I’m not scheduled for dentures for at least a few decades at the earliest, and the idea of my body falling apart that far ahead of schedule is kind of terrifying. So I’m going to start paying more atten-tion to my teeth. I’ll focus on keeping them clean, even if I can’t get them sparkling white, and pay more attention to the cracks and crevices that are so easy to ignore. I’ll Google and see if I should actually be worried about my enamel. I’ll stop chewing on ice cubes, another thing I do that’s supposedly terrible for my teeth. In short, I’ll treat them better. Because even though they’re not very pretty, I still want them to stick around.
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More than just a perfect smile
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Brighter pearly whitesOff-the-shelf whitening products aren’t the only way to get a gleaming smile. Discover how you can help keep your teeth as white as possible.
BY LOUISE R. SHAW
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7 No more deNtal terrorBeing scared of the dentist is a surprisingly common fear. Learn the reasons behind it, and what you can do to help overcome the problem.
BY TOM HARALDSEN
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4 heariNg aNd teeth healthFind out the surprising connection between gum disease and hearing loss, as well as what you can do to keep both healthy and strong.
BY NIKI L. BARWICK, AUD
Nutrition & Diet Healthy Aging
13 healthy hydratioNEspecially in the summer’s heat, it’s tough to make sure your kids have enough water. Discover what you can do and what you should watch out for.
14 researCh rUNdowNRead about how an apple a day may keep the dentist away and the reason you should be wary of coffee and donuts.
11 a lifetime of tooth healthYour dental needs may change with time. Find out what you can do to keep your smile strong at any age.
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22 ALL ABOUT SEALANTSFind out what sealants are, how they can help your teeth, and what you need to watch out for.
BY DR. WADE ARKOUDAS
Dental Care Health Care Innovation Physical Fitness
18 BriNg BAck yOUr SmiLEIf you’re ashamed of your teeth, there’s still hope. Find out the options cosmetic den-tistry may have to offer.
BY BECKY GINOS
16 SmOkELESS, BUT NOT OkAyEven though chewing tobacco doesn’t create harmful smoke, it can still be plenty dangerous for those using it. Learn how.
BY TOM HARALDSEN
19 cHOcOLATE NOT SO BADIf you’re craving a treat, dark chocolate has a surprising amount of health benefits. Discover when and why it’s okay to indulge.
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21 TOOTH HEALTH fAcTSLearn the difference between gingivitis and periodontitis, crowns and bridges, and why your wisdom teeth go bad.
BY JENNIFFER WARDELL
23 WALk fOr ALzHEimEr’SIt’s a chance to remember those lost to Alzheimer’s, those affected by it today, and work towards finding a potential cure for the disease.
BY JENNIFFER WARDELL
You’d expect your dentist to stress the importance of taking care of your teeth, but might be surprised to hear those words from an audiologist. What does oral hygiene have to do with hearing? Plenty, it turns out. Research shows a strong correlation between good oral health and hearing. Treat your teeth well, and your ears will thank you. The reason for this is complex. Hearing occurs when sound enters your outer ear and is funneled down the ear canal to the eardrum. These sound waves stimu-late the tiny hair cells in the cochlea of the inner ear, which convert them into electrical impulses that are sent to the brain and interpreted as sound. Damage to these hair cells results in irreversible hearing loss. There are many factors that can contribute to this, including poor blood circulation in the inner ear. When you fail to brush and floss your teeth regularly, bacteria develop, result-ing in gum disease and infection. This leads to inflammation and narrowing of the arteries and blood vessels once the bacteria enter your bloodstream. The end result?
An increased risk of hearing loss Poor oral hygiene is also linked to tinnitus, an often debilitating ringing in the ears that affects as many as 50 million Americans. When teeth are neglected, there is an increased need for dental work. One of the most commonly used tools of the trade, the dental drill, transmits high-pitched noise directly to the inner ear via a process called bone conduction. This serves to amplify the sound and can lead to long-term noise damage. Ultrasonic cleaning tools used to remove plaque buildup can also cause problems; many cases of tinnitus have been reported following the use of these instruments, which produce steady bursts of high intensity sound during
the cleaning process. Some degree of hearing loss is nor-mal as we age, but you can help lessen its severity — and maybe even prevent it entirely — by practicing good oral hygiene techniques. In addition to daily brushing and flossing, visit the dentist every six months and your audiologist annually. Doing so can go a long way toward protecting your hearing for years to come. Be sure to schedule your an-nual hearing exam!
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Doctor of Audiology at Mountain West Ear, Nose, and Throat in Bountiful, Layton, and Draper
By Niki L.BArWick, AuD
Good oral health meansGood
hearing health
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Everybody wants a dazzling smile, but what was once white sometimes becomes a little less so over time. The discoloring occurs with age, when enamel becomes more porous, according to multiple sources. It can also happen as a result of smoking, drinking coffee or red wine, taking certain medications, or just plain bad hygiene. In recent years, dentists have been offering in-office whitening procedures, and over the counter gels and whit-ening strips have become ever more popular. The whitening industry, in fact, is estimated to take in $1.4 billion each year for non-prescription whitening products alone. A variety of sources list additional suggestions for keeping teeth white that may be even cheaper and easier: Brushing with baking soda is one suggestion that is widely shared. Some recommend brushing with it daily, some recommend only once a week, others suggest alternating with lemon juice. Caution must be used because too much abrasion can wear away enamel. The website MDHealth.com has detailed information on different ways to use bak-ing soda and what to watch for to prevent damage. Their ideas include mixing baking soda with strawberries and with toothpaste. When eating foods with dark colors that may stain — foods as innocent as blueberries — experts recommend rinsing with water as soon as possible. Others suggest keeping your mouth clean by eating foods that scrape away bacteria as you chew, such as apples, carrots or popcorn. Other more original suggestions come from Anna Fleet, who shares health tips at activebeat.com. Besides baking powder and rinsing with water, she suggests eating cheese before drinking wine because it leaves a residue to protect against staining. She also recommends avoiding sodas because they wear away enamel, and rubbing teeth with the white side of an orange peel to remove tartar. Good old fashioned brushing twice a day comes up repeatedly, which together with the use of mouthwash and flossing can help ensure not only a bright smile, but a healthy one.
BY LOUISE R. [email protected]
Keeping those pearly whites white
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You’re in good, if not paranoid, company. An estimated 40 million Americans avoid the dentist for those reasons, according to the Academy of General Dentistry. The question is, why? People are anxious about going to the dentist for different reasons, including worrying about the effectiveness of local-
ized anesthetic and feeling that the dentist is rushed or is neglecting their concerns. Other factors include anticipation of pain, negative past experiences and even the sterile smell of the dental office. Interrupt-ing the normal day’s routine to visit the dentist also is a factor in general anxiety. If not addressed, dental anxiety can lead to
unnecessary oral health problems, which in turn can lead to much more time spent in the dental chair for treatment. Communication helps calm anxiety. Studies prove that the most important factor in overcoming dental anxiety is good dentist-patient communication.
BY TOM [email protected]
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Establishing trust and keep-ing patients informed and in control throughout a visit to the dentist helps calm dental anxi-ety. One option is for patients to use hand signals to communi-cate with the dentist throughout a procedure. When a patient feels uncom-fortable, he or she can signal the dentist and the dentist stops the procedure.
This method of communica-tion empowers patients and makes visiting the dentist less stressful for them. Reducing your anxiety levels is important as well. If you are nervous about an upcoming dental visit, here are some addi-tional ways to curb your anxiety: • Share your fears. If you're tense or anxious, tell your dentist and the dental
staff. Expressing your concerns will let your dentist adapt the treatment to your needs. • Focus on breathing regularly and slowly during dental procedures. When you are nervous you tend to hold your breath, which decreases oxygen levels and further increases feelings of panic. • If the sound of the drill bothers you, bring a portable audio player and headset so you can listen to music. • Avoid caffeine before a dental ap-pointment. • Eat high-protein foods that – unlike sugary foods – produce a calming effect. • Try to choose a time for your dental visit when you're less likely to be rushed or under pressure. For some people, that means a Saturday or an early-morning appointment. • If you are looking for a dentist, ask friends and relatives for recommendations. A good review about a dentist from someone you trust can significantly reduce anxiety.
So chill. There are things worse than going to the dentist. Ever been to an IRS audit?
Continued from p. 7Dentist A dental-healthy dessert:
Almond cookies with xylitolGot a sweet tooth, but don’t want the cavity-causing sugar? Try using xylitol for the sweetener instead. Xylitol has been shown to have decay-preventive qualities, inhib-iting the growth of the oral bacteria that cause cavities. Here’s a recipe from the Delta Dental website.Ingredients:2 cups coconut oil1½ cups xylitol2 eggs1 teaspoon maple extract1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 teaspoons almond extract4 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking soda2 teaspoons cream of tartarA handful of whole almonds
Instructions:Cream coconut oil and xylitol together. Add eggs and beat well. Beat in extracts. Combine dry ingredients and slowly add to creamed mixture. Drop by tablespoonfuls two inches apart onto ungreased baking sheet. Press an almond into the center of each cookie. Bake at 350°F for 10-12 minutes. Cool on wire racks.
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I have suffered from acid reflux for many years, and I found out early on in life what it was and how to treat it. But many people don’t realize that the painful burning sensation in their chests is more than just heartburn from a meal or from stress. It can be much more serious, and your dentist may realize you have it before you do. Persistent symp-toms, more than twice weekly, may be a sign of gastro-esophageal reflux disease, or GERD. But not everyone with GERD has the symptoms of heartburn. So how can your dentist tell if you have GERD? Commonly called acid reflux, GERD is caused when the esophageal sphincter, which separates the stomach from the esophagus, allows acid to seep out of the stomach. Many times this acid causes heartburn, but not always. In the absence of heartburn symptoms, the first indication that a person may have GERD is the erosion of the enamel on the molars or on the backside of teeth. “Stomach acid can eat away at the enamel on your teeth,” said Dr. Ken Sutherland, DDS, a Delta Dental senior dentist con-sultant, in an article on the Delta Dental website. “Your dentist may be the first to notice symptoms of the disease when he or she detects enamel loss.” If detected, your dentist may refer you to a specialist, who may prescribe treatment or recommend lifestyle changes specifically for the treatment of GERD, such as avoiding acidic foods. What can you do? Loss of enamel is permanent, and if left unchecked, may lead to the rapid decay of affected teeth. In addi-tion to loss of enamel, GERD can do other long-term damage to your body, such as irritation and inflammation of your esophagus, which may even lead to esophageal cancer. That’s why getting a regular oral exam from a dentist is so important — your dentist may find early symptoms of a poten-tially serious problem before it progresses. In fact, more than 90 percent of systemic diseases have oral manifestations that may be detected during an oral exam by a dentist.
BY TOM [email protected]
Your dentist may notice even before you do
Acid reflux
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The Academy of General Dentistry says gum disease, and not the aging process, is the leading cause of tooth loss in adults. Good oral health habits and a healthy life-style can help keep gums healthy and smiles bright for a lifetime. Developing a simple daily routine of brushing, flossing and eat-ing a balanced diet with plenty of fruits and vegetables is important regardless of age. Here are some tips the Academy offers to help keep our mouths healthy and strong:
Brush at least twice a day Brushing your teeth regularly is impor-tant in all stages of life. Brushing helps to remove the thin film of bacteria that builds up on your teeth each day and contributes to tooth decay. You should brush your teeth for two to three minutes with fluoridated toothpaste at least twice a day. When you brush, you should keep the bristles angled against the gum line and brush along the gum line and the inner and outer surfaces of each tooth. Finish by brushing your tongue, which helps remove bacteria from your mouth.
Floss daily Flossing your teeth can help keep your gums strong and prevent plaque from build-ing up between teeth. Make sure to floss at least once a day, preferably before bed, to clean the places where a toothbrush can’t reach. According to the Academy of Gen-eral Dentistry, flossing is the only activity that can remove plaque from between teeth and below the gum line, where decay and gum disease often begin.
Eat nutritious food What you eat can help you keep your
teeth. Antioxidants and other nu-trients found in fruits, vegetables, legumes and nuts improve your body’s ability to fight bacteria and inflammation, helping to protect your teeth and gums. Some foods may actu-ally help defend against tooth decay in special ways. For instance, recent studies have indicated that fresh cranberries interrupt the bond-ing of oral bacteria before they can form damaging plaque. Other foods that have beneficial effects on oral health include calcium-fortified juices, milk and other dairy products, which are rich in calcium and vitamin D, help promote healthy teeth and bones, and reduce the risk for tooth loss; cheese, which unleashes a burst of calcium that mixes with plaque and sticks to the teeth, protecting them from the acid that causes decay and helping to rebuild tooth enamel on the spot; and crisp fruits and raw vegetables like apples, carrots and celery, which help clean plaque from teeth and freshen breath.
Keep up with dentist appointments Your dentist can diagnose and treat dental health problems before they become serious. Regular dental check-ups and cleanings are an important part of main-taining good dental health as you age. New research suggests that the health of your mouth mirrors the condition of your body as a whole. For example, when your mouth is healthy, chances are your overall health is good, too. On the other hand, if you have poor oral health, you may have other health problems. So, seeing a dentist regularly not only helps to keep your mouth in top shape, but also allows your dentist to watch for developments
that may point to other health issues.
If you smoke, quit In addition to increasing your risk of many health conditions, smoking can increase your risk of tooth decay and gum disease. Smokers are about twice as likely to lose their teeth as non-smokers, accord-ing to two 30-year studies at Tufts Uni-versity that investigated the relationship between smoking and tooth loss. Another study cited in the Journal of Dental Research shows that cigarette smokers are nearly twice as likely as non-smokers to need root canal treatment. While most people are aware of the impact tobacco use has on their overall health, some might not consider its effects on oral health. Smoking increases risk of mouth pain, cavities, gum recession, gum (periodontal) disease and tooth loss. In fact, an estimated 50 percent of adults who smoke have gum disease. The good news is that the risk of tooth loss decreases after you quit smoking. To help you kick the habit, your dentist may prescribe a variety of nicotine replacement therapies, such as a transdermal nicotine patch (worn for 24 hours over several weeks with a dissipating flow of nicotine) or chewing gum (which is slowly chewed every one to two hours and then discarded).
Healthy agingBY TOM HARALDSEN
A d u l t d e n t A l
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InfancyChildren should see dentist before first birthdayNo bottles or sippy cups with milk or juice in bedPre-teeth, wipe gums daily with washcloth to help eliminate bacteriaMove on to soft toothbrush once teeth eruptSchedule dental visits twice a year
Childhood/AdolescenceGreater risk for tooth decay
Teach children the importance of regular brushingEncourage your children to floss to remove bacteria between teeth
Wisdom teeth may need to be removed, and are easier to extract when removed early
Young AdulthoodAdults should brush twice daily with fluoridated toothpaste and floss once a dayElectric toothbrushes aren’t necessary, but may encourage a longer time brushing teethContinue to visit your dentist twice a yearDue to hormonal changes, pregnant women are at a much higher risk for get-ting gingivitis
MidlifeFillings from earlier years start to break down and need replacement –
crowns and root canals may be necessaryDaily flossing and brushing are needed to combat gum disease
Oral cancer may be a concern, especially among smokers – check for mouth sores that don’t go away
Senior yearsDry mouth begins to be a problem – sugarless candies and gum, or gum using the natural sugar substitute xylitol, can help generate salivaContinue to see a dentist twice a yearIf brushing has become difficult, consider switching to an electric toothbrush
Maintaining healthy teeth at any age
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Parents often wonder how to maintain their kids’ health. One important step that may be over-looked is to ensure that young children are properly hydrated. It can also be a challenge for parents to create a menu kids will enjoy that meets the recommended Daily Value (DV) of vitamins and nutrients. “By including U.S. Department of Ag-riculture (USDA)-certified organic fruits and vegetables in your children’s diets, you can help ensure your child is staying hydrated from the water in them, while also consuming the necessary vitamins, minerals and protein that they need to grow healthy and strong,” says Dr. Deena Blanchard, Pediatrician at Premier Pediat-rics in New York City and a consultant for Ella’s Kitchen brand, which makes organic food for babies, toddlers and kids. “Nutri-tional shakes provide proteins, vitamins, and minerals, the necessary building blocks of a healthy immune system, to supple-ment kids’ daily diets for complete nutri-tion; and electrolyte waters with naturally-occurring electrolytes can also help keep kids hydrated.”
Dr. Blanchard recommends the follow-ing tips to help parents make good choices for their children. Hydrate children, especially when sick: When children are sick, the importance of proper hydration cannot be overesti-mated. If eating or drinking is difficult, try giving your child smaller amounts, more frequently. Choose water, 100 percent juice or drinks that contain naturally occurring electrolytes and other components that help support kids’ immune systems. Choose wisely: Watch out for artificial flavors, colors and preservatives as well as the amount of added sugars in sports drinks and other beverages. It is important to provide kids with beverages that are free of artificial ingredients and contain fruits and vegetables. You can be sure you’re avoiding those additions when you choose USDA organic beverages, such as Ella’s Kitchen Organic Coconut Water Electro-lyte Drinks or their new Smoothie Drinks, which provide one full serving of fruit per 8 fluid ounces. Don’t forget to hydrate when playing sports: Kids can become dehydrated while play-ing sports or engaging in other physical activity. At the ballpark or playground, it is important to keep drinks on hand. Good
choices include organic fruit and veggie purees, which contribute significant water to the diet and naturally-occurring electro-lytes for natural rehydration. Supplement: Though vital to proper growth and development, meeting the recommended daily intake of vitamins and nutrients can be tough, especially for little ones who are picky eaters. A tasty, protein-packed nutritional shake can help parents ensure kids get the calories and nutrition they need. Consider trying Ella’s Kitchen Coconut + Milk Nutritional Shakes, which are made with certified USDA organic low-fat milk, fruit + veggie purees and coconut water, providing 44 percent of the recommended DV of protein, 30 percent DV of calcium, as well as vitamin B12, riboflavin, iodine and electrolytes. Made with ingredients parents recognize, these shakes provide a boost of nutrition with a taste that kids will enjoy. Visit EllasKitchen.com for more options for healthy hydration and nutrition for the little ones. In the warmer months, proper hydra-tion is especially crucial. Parents should seek out choices for kids that support a healthy immune system. StatePoint
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ResearchRundownCompiled By Tom Haraldsen
An apple a day may keep the dentist away Dietary habits of schoolchildren encourage an increase in sugar
intake leading to a greater risk of cavities, reports the Academy of General Dentistry.
Over a 15-month period, researchers tracked the dietary habits and monitored the teeth of preschool children before and after the start of
school. Results show that decayed, missing or filled teeth and ini-
tial cavities of the children jumped from 9.7 (at age five) to 15.3 cavities (at age six), an increase of 5.6 cavities within one year. Over the length of the study,
the percentage of cavity-free schoolchildren dropped from 23 to 19 percent.
The easiest way parents can help children prevent tooth decay
and cavities at school is to moni-tor their children’s eating habits. For
example, parents can offer their children healthy snack alternatives, such as apples, bite-
size carrots or other foods that are naturally sweet, and instruct children to avoid candies, chocolate, caramels,
chocolate milk and other foods that contain refined sugar. Cavity-causing organisms feed on sugar and turn it into acid, which attacks tooth enamel and causes tooth decay. Sticky, chewy candy especially can linger on teeth throughout the day. If children do happen to eat sugary snacks at lunch, they should brush and rinse with water or eat a piece of fruit to help clean teeth surfaces and gums.
Also, parents should find out what their child’s school lunch program offers. If pro-grams do not offer healthy alternatives, talk to the school about incorporating healthy lunches or snacks.
Finally, parents should consider professionally-applied sealants as another way to protect children’s teeth from cavities. Sealants, a thin coating of bonding material applied over a tooth, act as a barrier to cavity-causing bacteria. They can be put on as soon as the child’s first permanent molars (back teeth) appear.
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You’re late for work and skip breakfast, so during the commute, you pick up a donut and cup of coffee and you’re on your way. This
common quick fix breakfast scenario can lengthen your time spent in the dental chair, reports the Academy of Gen-
eral Dentistry.The sugars in donuts have been identified as a
risk factor for gum inflammation and cavities. Plain donuts contain five times as much sugar as oatmeal cookies, according to a study referenced in the report.
The amount of sugar and cream in your cof-fee also can have a direct effect on the amount of
cavity-causing bacteria. Tannins found in coffee etch
into the pits and grooves of the tooth enamel, producing a rough stained surface.
What can we do to lessen the sugar bath our teeth receive from this common breakfast combination?
• Don’t nurse your coffee or pick at that donut throughout the morning. Limiting the time your coffee and donut stay in your mouth reduces the impact of the sugar on your teeth.
• Rinse your mouth with water or brush your teeth with fluoride toothpaste immediately after finishing your breakfast.
• Cut back on the sugar and sweetened creamers in your coffee.• Instead of a sugary breakfast, try picking up fruit, yogurt or a cup
of oatmeal for your portable morning meal. Academy of General Dentistry
How to care for teeth with braces
Did you know that today braces come in colors (even sparkles!) and that health troubles as varied as headaches, jaw pain, earaches, mouth breathing and sleep apnea can be potentially alleviated with proper alignment of the teeth and jaws? Many adults are wearing braces now, too.
Braces are often placed in patients between 10 and 14 years of age to correct crooked or overcrowded teeth.
Below are some answers to questions about staying comfortable and healthy while wearing braces.
Why is good oral hygiene with braces so important? Food and plaque can get trapped in the tiny spaces between braces and wires, causing decay and enamel stains. Food can also react with the bacte-ria in your mouth and the metal in the braces to produce a bleaching effect, which can cause small, permanent light spots on the teeth.
How should teeth and braces be cleaned? It is best to brush after every meal and use a floss threader or special orthodontic floss (available at drug stores) at least once a day to clean between braces and under wires. Check your teeth in a mirror to make sure all food particles are gone. If you don’t have your toothbrush with you, rinse your mouth vigorously with water.
How do braces feel? The wires that are used to move teeth into position are usually tightened at each visit to the dentist or ortho-dontist. This causes pressure on the teeth and some discomfort. Eating soft foods and taking a pain reliever, such as acetaminophen (Tylenol®, for instance), can help. Also, braces can rub against the inside of the lips. If this is a problem, a special wax can be placed on the wires to keep them from chafing (available from your dentist or orthodontist and at drug stores).
How long do braces have to be worn? It depends on how complicated the spacing or occlusion (bite) problem is. Most braces are worn for 18 to 30 months. After the braces are removed, the patient wears a retainer, which is used to maintain the position of the teeth while setting and aligning the tissues that surround the newly-straightened teeth.
Should any foods be avoided? Yes. Sweets, soda and other sugary and starchy foods can promote tooth decay and gum disease. Sticky and chewy foods (caramel, taffy, chewing gum, dried fruits) can stick to braces and be difficult to remove. Biting and chewing hard foods, such as some candies and nuts, ice, beef jerky and popcorn, can break wires and loosen brackets. Avoid damaging wires on the front teeth by cutting carrots, apples and other crunchy, healthy foods into bite-sized chunks before eating them.
Coffee and donuts: Beware this quick fix
I knew a lot of athletes when I was younger who never would have thought about smoking cigarettes. Wisely, they knew that smoking would create a number of issues that affect health and stamina. Strangely, some athletes don’t equate the use of chewing tobacco as being equally harmful. They should. According to the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD), children, especially boys, may begin using chewing tobacco as early as grammar school. Approximately four percent of boys in grammar school use chewing tobacco. This percentage leaps to 20 percent for high school boys, half of whom develop pre-cancerous white patches in their mouths. Many boys begin
to use chewing tobacco when they become involved in sports, particularly baseball. Researchers believe that young people are influenced by seeing professional baseball players using chewing tobacco at the ball-park or during televised games. It may be smokeless, but it’s still to-bacco. One of the newest forms of smoke-
less tobacco that is gaining popularity in America is called snus (rhymes with “goose”). It’s a Swedish type of smokeless tobacco that comes in teabag-like pouches that a user sticks between the upper lip and gum, leaves there for up to 30 minutes and discards without spitting. This form of smokeless tobacco has become more popu-lar because it’s not as messy as chewing tobacco, dipping tobacco and moist snuff, which often cause excess saliva during use. It does, however, still contain the active ingredients of chewing tobacco. Snus products are required to carry one of three warning labels that say the product is either “not a safe alternative to cigarettes,” “may cause mouth cancer” or “may cause gum disease and tooth loss.” Just because chewing tobacco and other forms of smokeless tobacco aren’t smoked as cigarettes does not mean they are harmless, especially when it comes to oral health. In fact, the American Cancer Society, in a study of 116,000 men, found that male smokers who gave up cigarettes for smokeless tobacco still had higher death rates from lung cancer, heart disease and strokes than men who quit all tobacco or never smoked. Like cigarettes, smokeless tobacco can
lead to higher incidences of cavi-ties and oral cancer. A few of the known health dangers of smokeless tobacco include the following: •Smokelesstobaccoproducts, just like cigarettes, contain at least 28 cancer-causing chemicals. •Smokelesstobaccois
known to cause cancers of the mouth, lip, tongue and pancreas.
•Usersalsomaybeatriskforcancer of the voice box, esophagus,
colon and bladder, because they swallow some of the toxins in the juice created by
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It may be smokeless, but chewing tobacco is still harmful
n See “TOBACCO” p. 20
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BOUNTIFUL – Are ugly or missing teeth preventing you from flashing a big smile? Maybe it’s time to consider some cosmetic dentistry. More and more dentists are help-ing their patients restore that smile with implants or veneers. “If you are missing a tooth or need a replacement, it’s better to do an implant than a bridge,” said Jordan Hirst, a dental assistant at MacKay Dental Care in Boun-tiful. “You have to have enough bone to do an implant, but implants last forever and bridges don’t.” With an implant the dentist is only re-placing one tooth, but with a bridge he has to drill down the two adjacent teeth next to it to put the bridge over it, Hirst said. “Bridges can break or get a cavity under it, but implants are metal so they can’t break.” Implants are made of titanium, much like the material used in a knee replace-ment. “It’s a two to three step process to place the implant,” said Hirst. “A type of screw goes into the bone and then it has to heal for about two to three months, depending on the person. A healing cap is placed over it so the gum doesn’t grow completely over it.” The bone must be thoroughly healed before placing the crown or it could fail. “Once it’s healed, the dentist places a crown that attaches to the
screw-type abutment placed in the bone,” said Hirst. “A lot of patients are nervous about getting an implant because they think it will be painful. But it’s usually less painful than getting a tooth pulled.” Because implants could be considered cosmetic, not all dental insurances will cover the procedure, which can run from $3,000 to $4,000. “A lot more insurances are starting to cover implants,” said Hirst. “The downside is they usually only pay about 50 percent and it might use up the dental benefit on that alone if you need other work done.” Hirst said some patients will split the procedure up so that part of the cost goes on one insurance year and then the other half goes on when the insurance benefit restarts the next year. A bridge is about half the cost at around $1,200. “Sometimes the doctor will recommend a
bridge instead of an implant if work has already been done on other teeth.” Other problems might just need slight adjustments to create that winning smile. “We have Invisalign braces, which is like a clear retainer that can be taken on and off,” said Hirst. “It can help make slight changes like gaps or crowding of teeth.” If the problem is as simple as discolored teeth or turned teeth, a veneer might be the solution. “A veneer goes over the sur-face of the tooth kind of like a fingernail,” said Hirst. “It is porcelain. It’s a short visit to prep the tooth then the patient comes back two weeks later to have it put on.” Hirst said many dentists now have a new machine that can make the crown right in the office. Invisalign runs about $4,000 much like traditional braces and most insurance cov-ers it like braces. Veneers cost from $700 to $800, but could be considered cosmetic.
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Ahh, chocolate. There probably isn't a more magical ingredient on earth than the sweet, dark brown flavoring used for more than 3,000 years. Today most chocolate is consumed in the form of candy -- a development that has sparked heated debate among scien-tists about what that's doing to our health. Common sense tells us that too much of something so fatty and full of calories is a bad thing. But a surprising number of studies have found that dark chocolate can reduce the risk of death from a heart attack, decrease blood pressure and help those with chronic fatigue syndrome.
The question for many chocolate lovers has been at what point are you having too much of a good thing. That is, is there an optimal "dose" for chocolate eating? A new study published in the jour-nal “Heart” looked at the effect of diet on long-term health. It involved 25,000 volunteers and found that the answer to how much chocolate can be good for you is -- a lot. Study participants in the high consumption group -- those who ate 15 to 100 grams of chocolate a day in the form of everything from Mars bars to hot cocoa -- had lower heart disease and stroke risk than those who did not consume the
confection. A hundred grams
is equivalent to about two classic Her-shey's bars or -- if you're going fancy -- five Godiva truffles. In terms of calories you're looking at 500-535. To put that into perspective, the Department of Agriculture recommends men consume 2,000 to 3,000 calories a day depending on their height, body composition and whether they are sedentary or active. This association in the study was valid even after researchers adjusted for a wide range of risk factors, such as age, smoking, alcohol consumption, physical activity and other dietary variables. So have some chocolate!
Dark chocolate: It’s good for you!
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Tobacco
using smokeless tobacco. •Smokelesstobaccocanir-ritateyourgums,causinggum(periodontal)disease. •Sugarisoftenaddedtoenhancetheflavorofsmokelesstobacco,increasingtheriskfortoothdecay. •Smokelesstobaccotypi-callycontainssandandgrit,whichcanweardownteeth. Ifyouareasmoker,auserofsmokelesstobaccooraparentwithachildorteenwhomyoususpectmaybeusingtobacco,youcanstartbyunderstandingthattobacco
dependenceisanicotineaddic-tiondisorder. Therearefouraspectstonicotineaddiction:physical,sensory,psychologicalandbe-havioral.Allaspectsofnicotineaddictionneedtobeaddressedinordertobreakthehabit.This can mean that tobacco usersmayneedtotryseveraltimesbeforetheyareabletosuccessfullykickthehabit. Speaktoyourchilddirectlyabouttherisksassociatedwithalltobaccoproducts,includ-ingsmokelessones.Ifyouhavefriendsorrelativeswhohavediedofatobacco-relatedillness,sharethetruthaboutitwithyourchild,anddiscusswaysyourchildcansaynototobacco.
Forthehealthconscious,there’snosuchthingasasummervacationfrommakinggoodnutritionalchoicesandgettingplentyofexercise.Butthere’snoreasontoletahealthylifestylebecomeboring. Herearethreewaystoletthesummerseasonguideyourroutine: Mix up movement:Aftermonthsofindoorexercise,youmaybereadyforachangeofscenery.Andsummeristheidealtimetotakeabreakfromthetreadmillandincorporatedifferenttypesofmovementandexerciseintoyourlifestyle.Soditchthegymthisweekendandheadforgreenerpastures.Fromrowboatingtohiking,you’llfindyourselfactivatingdifferentmusclesthanyounormallywouldbymixingthingsup. Eat in-season produce:Takeadvantageofthesum-merharvestandplanmealsaroundin-seasonproduce.TheUSDAlistsapples,beets,bellpeppers,kiwifruit,carrots,garlic,peaches,okraandcherries,amongstmanymorefruitsandvegetablesthatreachtheirpeakinthesummermonths.Theseitemsarechockfullofvitaminsandnutrientsandtastetheirbestinsummer. Summer sun:BeyondtheVitaminDfactor,astudypublishedintheJournalofInvestigativeDermatologyshowsthatsunlightmaylowerbloodpressure,whichcouldreduceone’sriskforheartattackandstroke.Someresearch-ersnowsaythebenefitsofsunlightcouldoutweighcancerrisksassociatedwithexposure.Don’tforgettotaketheusualprecautions,however.Wearsunglasses,sunscreenandawidebrimmedhattoprotectagainstharmfulUVradiation.
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What’s the difference between gingivitis and periodontitis? Between a root canal and a dental bridge? For many people, the inside of our mouths are a mystery, from the source of a particular toothache to the details of what each dental procedure entails. If you want to know more about what’s happening to your teeth, the handy guide below should give you a greater understand-ing about what’s going on with your own set of pearly whites. Gingivitis (gum inflammation) If your gums have ever bled while you’re brushing your teeth, this is probably what you have. Bacteria from teeth plaque causes gums to be irritated and sometimes bleed, and if left untreated it can lead to periodon-titis. At this stage, though, your teeth are still firmly planted in your mouth. Periodontitis (gum disease) This is where people can run into trouble. At this stage, the inner layer of
gum and bone can pull away from teeth and form pockets. These pockets can collect debris and become infected, creating toxins that start to break down the bone and con-nective tissue that hold the teeth in place. Crown A crown is a cap that covers all visible parts of the tooth. Designed to look like a clean, white, healthy tooth, the crown can improve the strength of the damaged tooth beneath as well as protect it from further infection. Crowns are cemented down to keep them from moving. Root Canal A root canal is the most common form of endodontic treatment, where infected pulp is extracted from the inside of the tooth. The cavity is then cleaned and
disinfected to remove all trace of the infec-tion, then re-filled and sealed. After that, the tooth is either filled normally or gets a crown placed on top. Bridge A fixed bridge is like a small partial denture, replacing one or more teeth and cemented in place inside the mouth. Unlike full dentures, these are not meant to be removed by the patient. Wisdom teeth These are the third set of molars at the very back of your mouth, and usually don’t show up until a person is in their teens or early 20s. The reason why so many people need to have them removed is that many people’s jaws aren’t quite big enough to hold the extra teeth, leading to problems. They can either come in at the wrong angle, pressing against your extra teeth, or not come in completely and end up impacted (trapped in your jawbone or gums).
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Tooth decay often occurs on the chewing surface of back teeth. The good news is that sealants can help protect these surfaces from tooth decay and improve your chances to stay filling-free. So what causes tooth decay? Your teeth are coated with a sticky film of bacteria called plaque. The bacteria convert the sugars you eat and drink into harmful acids that attack tooth enamel. Over time, these attacks may break down the enamel and cause cavities. A sealant is a plastic resin ap-plied to the chewing surface of the back teeth. The resin flows into the pits and grooves in the teeth. Once they are covered, food and plaque cannot get in. The sealant forms a barrier against acid attacks. The sealant is applied after the teeth are cleaned and the chewing surfaces prepared. The sealant is painted onto the chewing sur-face where it bonds to the tooth and hardens. It usually takes only a few minutes to seal each tooth. Sealants may last several years before they need to be reapplied. As long as the seal-ant remains intact, the tooth surface will be protected from decay. Your dentist will check your sealant and reapply them if needed dur-ing your regular dental visit. Sealants protect only the chewing surfaces of your teeth. Good care of your teeth at home along with regular exams and cleaning at our dental office is important. These good habits stop decay from forming between the teeth – the spots that sealants cannot cover. To prevent cavities: Floss or use another between-the teeth cleaner daily. Brush your teeth twice a day for at least two minutes each time. Eat a balanced diet and limit snacks. Visit your dentist every six months for a checkup.
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Dr. Jennifer Brown - Dr. Brown has been practicing for many years in our offi ce. She is a family dentist who works wonderfully with patients of all ages. Dr. Brown is very family oriented, with a husband and three wonderful kids at home, she is caring and understanding to your family’s dental needs.
Dr. Leland Pack - Dr. Pack is a great orthodontist. He is very friendly and works well with the whole family. Dr. Pack is not limited to only children and teens, he sees patients of all ages. Come on in parents, we would love to see you for your orthodontic needs too.
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memory alive. The Utah Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association will be holding its annual Walks to End Alzheimer's, set for Sept. 12 in Salt Lake and Sept. 19 in Ogden. The event, which is also being held at other locations around the nation, focuses on raising money for Alzheimer's research and sup-port for those who are suffering from the effects of the disease. "There are 29,000 individu-als who have been diagnosed with Alzheimer's in Utah, and 5 million people in the U.S. alone," said Melissa Lee, the director of communications for the association's Utah chapter. "That number is expected to triple by 2050 if we don't do something about it. We don't want our children to have this." Alzheimer's is a neuro-degenerative disease that starts slowly but will eventu-ally progress to the point that basic bodily functions are lost. Scientists are still attempting to pinpoint the cause of the disease, though they have iden-tified some of the risk factors involved. "It's not just an old-age problem," said Lee. "It's the sixth leading cause of death in America. Everyone with a brain is at risk." It turns out, though, that some of us are slightly more at risk than others. "Women are more likely to have Alzheimer's," said Lee. "One in nine women have the disease, while only one in 11 men." Women are also more likely
to suffer from the ripple effects of autism, serving as 60 percent of Alzheimer's caregivers. "There are 142,000 affected caregivers in Utah," said Lee. " That's millions of hours of unpaid care." Though they're no cure yet for the disease, or way to prevent it, there are medicines that can slow down the effects of the neural degeneration in some patients. The sooner the person receives the medication, the longer their neurons will last. "Early diagnosis is so im-portant," she said. Lee said that more than 1,000 people attended the walks last year, and this year
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ORGANIZERS are expecting thousands to participate in this year’s Walk to End Alzheimer’s events. Courtesy photo
n See “WALK” p. 24
they're expecting twice as many. The walks are done in teams, with fundraising efforts held in the weeks and months before the race. The amounts are tracked at act.alz.org. "The site also has fundraising ideas," she said. "It's got tips on using Facebook, e-mailing your family and friends, you name it." The Salt Lake Walk starts at 10 a.m. at Salt Lake City Library Square (210 E. 400 South), while the Weber-Davis County Walk starts at the same time at the Ogden Bo-tanical Gardens (1750 Monroe Boulevard). Registration can be done either before the race or online at act.alz.org/site/PageServer?pagename=walk_
chapter&scid=1793. This year, those who participate in the walks also have the option of purchasing a Keepsake Tribute Poster for $30. The laminated posters will have a photo of the loved one suffering from or lost to
Alzheimer's, as well as up to 15 words of tribute. The posters will go on the tribute wall for the walk, then participants can take them home. "Our goal is to connect with
as many people as possible who are dealing with Alzheimer's in one way or another," said Lee. "We're just trying to get the word out."
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Antelope Island Foot & Ankle Clinic ............. 801.825.4709Brain Richman, DPMRichard Seegmiller, DPM620 East Medical Drive, #150, Bountiful1660 West Antelope Drive, Suite #110, Layton
Gretel Crison DOM .................................. 801.614.51403110 West 300 North # A, West Point
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Jason Campbell DPM .............................. 801.292.9222Colby Frost, DPMRodney Jex, DPM425 South Medical Drive, #215, Bountiful
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David H. Warby, DPM .............................. 801.544.94412950 North Church #303, Layton
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Eric S Anding, MD, FACC ......................... 801-292-1315520 East Medical Drive, #300, Bountiful
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Alan F Bitner, MD .................................. 801-294-1044390 North Main, Bountiful
Craig D. Black, MD ................................ 801-294-1060390 North Main, Bountiful
Celia W. Blackburn, MD ........................... 801-294-1030390 North Main, Bountiful
Karen Boheen, DO ................................. 801-728-06002132 North 1700 West, #200, Layton
Bountiful Dermatology ............................ 801-292-6277415 South Medical Drive, Suite D-200, Bountiful
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Adam Bowman, MD ................................ 801-773-22331580 North Antelope Drive, #175, Layton
Joshua D. Bradley, MD ............................ 801-299-9050390 North Main, Bountiful
Kara Fadel Burnett, MD, FAAP ................... 801-295-2888620 East Medical Drive, #100, Bountiful
Christopher C. Canale, MD ....................... 801-298-0057620 East Medical Drive, #205, Bountiful
Canyon Ridge Pain & Spine ...................... 801-294-72461551 S Renaissance Towne Drive, #460, Btfl.
Erin K. Cassiere, MD .............................. 801-776-08801580 West Antelope Drive, #290, Layton
Centerville Health Center ......................... 801-693-790026 South Main , Centerville
Centerville Medical ................................ 801-298-7330174 West Parrish Lane, Centerville
Daniel Chappell, DO, Osteopathic Physician ... 801-296-5805557 West 2600 South, Bountiful
Christine A, Cheng, MD, FACS, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery ............... 801-298-9774Kimberly D’Amore, MD415 South Medical Drive, #D-102, Bountiful
Arif A. Chowdhury, MD ............................ 801-825-89001660 West Antelope Drive, #320, Layton
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1580 West Antelope Drive, #290, Layton
Christian L. Hess, MD, Eye Physician & Surgeon . 801-773-06902255 North 1700 West, Layton
Michael M. Hess, MD, INC ........................ 801-295-72001551 Renaissance Towne Drive, #400, Bountiful
Joshua M. Hickman, MD, PC ..................... 801-295-72001551 Renaissance Towne Drive, #400, Bountiful
Clarke A. Hilbig, MD ............................... 801-298-0057620 East Medical Drive, #205, Bountiful
Pamela Hildebrand, MD, FAAP ................... 801-295-2888620 East Medical Drive, #100, Bountiful
David G. Horsley, MD .............................. 801-294-1040390 North Main, Bountiful
William G. Hughes, MD ........................... 801-776-08801580 West Antelope Drive, #290, Layton
Steven B. Huish, MD, INC ......................... 801-295-72001551 Renaissance Towne Drive, #400, Bountiful
Daniel J. Humiston, MD, FACC ................... 801-776-01742132 North 1700 West, #200, Layton
Craig L. Hurst, MD .................................. 801-774-87142132 North 1700 West, #300, Layton
Insight Laser & Cataract Eye Specialists ........ 801-773-06902255 North 1700 West. Layton
Intermountain Sports Medicine Specialists .... 801-298-2495280 North Main, Bountiful
Joseph D. Jensen, MD ............................. 801-292-7250425 Medical Drive, #116, Bountiful
Eric C Johnston, MD, INC .......................... 801-295-72001551 Renaissance Towne Drive, #400, Bountiful
Charles W Joseph, MD ............................. 801-776-08801580 West Antelope Drive, #290, Layton
Earl R. Judd, MD, FAAP ........................... 801-295-2888620 East Medical Drive, #100, Bountiful
Craig Julien, MD .................................... 801-544-42273110 West 300 North, #A, West Point
Layne K. Kamalu, MD .............................. 801-544-4227120 South Main, Kaysville
Douglas S. Kasteler, MD .......................... 801-294-1020390 North Main, Bountiful
KC Medical Clinic ................................... 801-992-3130415 South Medical Drive, Bountiful
Kidney & Hypertension Institute of UT ........... 801-779-35002132 North 1700 West, #110, Layton
Christopher Y. Kim, MD ............................ 801-776-01742132 North 1700 West, #200, Layton
Robert Kiyomura, MD .............................. 801-773-97102084 North 1700 West, #B, Layton
J. Gregory Kjar, MD, FACS ........................ 801-295-91051551 Renaissance Towne Drive, #360, Bountiful
Regina C. Klein, MC, Hematology/Oncology ... 801-296-6665520 East Medical Drive, #340, Bountiful
1492 West Antelope Drive, #125, Layton .......................... 801-525-3022
Alisa A. Knowlton, MD ............................. 801-294-1041390 North Main, Bountiful
Lakeside Dialysis Center .......................... 801-299-3470532 South 500 West, Bountiful
Lakeview Internal Medicine ....................... 801-294-9333Brian Gray, DO, Osteopathic PhysicianGregory Hammond, MDScott Southworth, MD520 East Medical Drive, Suite 200, Bountifulwww.lakeviewimutah.com
Lakeview OB/GYN Clinic ........................... 801-299-2229320 East Medical Drive, #340, Bountiful
Lakeview Sr. Adult Medicine Clinic .............. 801-299-7800520 East Medical Drive, #220, Bountiful
Lakeview Urology ................................... 801-298-3247David J. Henderson, MD, FACS, PCPhysician & Surgeon * Diplomat American Board of UrologyPediatric and Adult
620 East Medical Drive, Suite 300, Bountifulwww.lakeviewuroclinic.com
Layton Family Medicine ........................... 801-771-77002950 North Church, #200, Layton
Layton Specialty Clinic ............................ 801-771-77002950 North Church, #200, Layton
Kathleen M. Liou, MD, FAAP ..................... 801-295-2888620 East Medical Drive, #100, Bountiful
Clark Loftus, MD, FAAP ............................ 801-295-2888620 East Medical Drive, #100, Bountiful
Matthew H. Lyman, DO ............................ 801-773-39002132 North 1700 West, #230, Layton
Joseph T. Merrill, MD .............................. 801-294-1000390 North Main, Bountiful
Midtown Community Health Center Davis County Medical & Dental Clinic ......................................... 801-393-535522 South State, #1007, Clearfield
W. David Min, MD .................................. 801-819-72871580 West Antelope Drive, #200, Layton
Rayburn D. Moore, MD ............................ 801-298-0057620 East Medical Drive, #205, Bountiful
Mountain Orthopaedics LLC ....................... 801-295-7200 1551 Renaissance Towne Drive, #400, Bountiful
Mountain View Orthopaedics ..................... 801-475-56831477 North 2000 West, Clinton
MountainWest Surgical Center ................... 801-383-11111551 Renaissance Towne Drive, #310, Bountiful
Pepper R. Murray, MD, PC ........................ 801-295-72001551 Renaissance Towne Drive, #400, Bountiful
Gina Muscolino, MD, FACOG ..................... 801-299-2229620 East Medical Drive, #340, Bountiful
Nephrology of Northern Utah ...................... 801-479-1117942 South Main, Layton
Roark B. Neville, MD ............................... 801-773-72323225 West Gordon Avenue, Layton
Community Health Directory
Community Health Directory
Douglas B. Nielsen, MD ........................... 801-294-1080390 North Main, Bountiful
Joe R. Nielsen, MD Dermatology ................ 801-292-6277415 South Medical Drive, Suite D-200, Bountiful
Kandice Nielson, MD ............................... 801-299-2229620 East Medical Drive, #340, Bountiful
North Canyon Family Medicine ................... 801-296-0600 3263 South Hwy 89, #300, Bountiful
Jeffery R. Oka, MD, PC ............................ 801-292-2500425 Medical Drive, #108. Bountiful
Stephanie L. Olsen, MD, FACC ................... 801-776-01742132 North 1700 West, #200, Layton
Leslie Ann Ostler, MD .............................. 801-776-08801580 West Antelope Drive, #290, Layton
Minita Patel, MD .................................... 801-776-08801580 West Antelope Drive, #290, Layton
W. Gene Pead, MD ................................. 801-294-1066390 North Main, Bountiful
Bryce Petersen, MD ................................ 801-298-4112620 East Medical Drive, #150, Bountiful
Dennis R. Petersen, MD ........................... 801-298-4112620 East Medical Drive, #150, Bountiful
Jared J. Tyson, MD, PC ............................ 801-295-72001551 Renaissance Towne Drive, #400, Bountiful
Larry E. Urry, MD ................................... 801-387-3515535 East 500 South, #6, Bountiful
Utah Cardiology PC ................................. 801-776-01742132 North 1700 West, #200,Layton
Utah Cardiology PC ................................. 801-292-1315520 East Medical Drive, #300, Bountiful
Utah Digestive Health Institute ................... 801-773-22682132 North 1700 West, #310, Layton
Utah Gastroenterology, PC ........................ 801-298-0057620 East Medical Drive, #205, Bountiful
Utah Hemotology Oncology PC .................. 801-775-99902132 North 1700 West, #301, Layton
David A. VandeMerwe, MD ...................... 801-294-1010390 North Main, Bountiful
Ralph D. Wade, DO, Osteopathic Physician ... 801-298-9155557 West 2600 South, Bountiful
Trevin R. Wallin, MD .............................. 801-773-06902255 North 1700 West, Layton
Nathan Ward, MD, FACOG ........................ 801-299-2229620 East Medical Drive, #340, Bountiful
Ray Ward, MD, PhD ............................... 801-298-4112620 East Medical Drive, #150, Bountiful
Wasatch Peak Family Practice .................. 801-773-47701580 West Antelope Drive, #200, Layton
Michael D. Washburn, MD, Eye Physician & Surgeon 801-773-06902255 North 1700 West, Layton
Thomas B. Watson ................................. 801-773-39002132 North 1700 West, #230, Layton
West Bountiful Dialysis at Home Program ..... 801-296-9091724 West 500 South, #300, Bountiful
Scott H. West, MD, FACC ......................... 801-292-1315520 East Medical Drive, #300, Bountiful
Raul Weston, MD .................................. 801-294-72461551 South Renaissance Towne Drive, #460, Bountiful
Tyler Williams, MD ................................ 801-299-5250390 North Main, Bountiful
Sam Wilson, MD, Physician & Surgeon ........ 801-298-9100440 Medical Drive, Bountiful
Physicians & surgeons, MD & Do-allergiesAllergy Clinics of Utah ............................ 801-292-1315425 Medical Drive, #300, Bountiful
Alan F. Bitner, MD ................................. 801-294-1044390 North Main, Bountiful
Physicians & surgeons, MD & Do-carDiology (heart)Eric S. Anding, MD, FACC ........................ 801-292-1315520 East Medical Drive, #300, Bountiful
Grant L. Christian, MD ............................ 801-292-1422425 Medical Drive, #118, Bountiful
Daniel J. Humiston, MD, FACC .................. 801-776-01742132 North 1700 West, #200, Layton
Christopher Y. Kim, MD ........................... 801-776-01742132 North 1700 West, #200, Layton
Stephanie L. Olsen, MD, FACC .................. 801-776-01742132 North 1700 West, #200, Layton
Bhava T. Reddy, MD ............................... 801-776-01742132 North 1700 West, #200, Layton
Scott H. West, MD, FACC ......................... 801-292-1315520 East Medical Drive, #300, Bountiful
Physicians & surgeons, MD & Do-DerMatology (skin)Bountiful Dermatology ............................ 801-292-6277Joe R. Nielsen, MD415 South Medical Drive, Suite D-200, Bountiful
Scott R. Checketts, MD ........................... 801-773-48402121 North 1700 West, Layton
Tanya Christensen, MD ........................... 801-299-9050390 North Main, Bountiful
Integrated Dermatology of Bountiful ............ 801-298-3802Amy Curtis, MD425 South Medical Drive, Suite 218, Bountiful
Bradley G. Neuenschwander, DO ................ 801-773-48402121 North 1700 West, Layton
John E. Robison, MD .............................. 801-299-9050520 East Medical Drive, #320, Bountiful
