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Missing teeth can impact more than just your smile—they can affect your ability to eat, speak, and feel confident in daily interactions. If gaps in your smile have made you self-conscious or limited your lifestyle, dental implants at Millcreek Family Dental in Bountiful may be the solution you’ve been looking for. Unlike traditional dentures or […]

Cavities are one of the most common dental problems, but they are also highly preventable. With the right daily habits, dietary choices, and professional care, you can protect your teeth from decay and avoid costly dental treatments. At Millcreek Family Dental in Bountiful, we help patients take proactive steps to maintain cavity-free smiles. What Causes […]

When dental emergencies strike, knowing where to turn may make the difference between saving and losing a tooth. At Millcreek Family Dental, our experienced team provides urgent attention to patients who need emergency dental care in Bountiful. While not every dental issue requires emergency treatment, certain symptoms demand prompt professional care. Before you head to […]

Maintaining a healthy smile requires more than just brushing and flossing. Preventive dentistry plays a crucial role in keeping your teeth strong, preventing serious dental issues, and reducing the need for costly procedures. At Millcreek Family Dental in Bountiful, we emphasize proactive dental care to help our patients achieve long-term oral health. What Is Preventive […]

Are you dealing with a broken or damaged tooth in Bountiful, Utah? Traditional dental crowns typically require multiple appointments and weeks of waiting, but there’s a better solution. Dr. Anthony Baird and the team at Millcreek Family Dental offer the benefits of same-day crowns that can often restore your smile in just one visit. Same-day […]

So, you’re missing a tooth—or a few!  An apple a day will not take care of this one, unfortunately. It’s time to consider dentures or dental implants. A variety of personal and practical factors will determine which solution is best for your new smile. Don’t feel lost among all the pros and cons of choosing […]

There are many kinds of doctors—Doctors of English, Doctors of Philosophy, Doctors of Medicine, Dr. Pepper… (wink). Of course, when we use the term doctor, we often mean a physician or Doctor of Medicine. But did you know that dentists are doctors, too? Every doctor has a specialty, and a dentist’s specialty is oral health. […]

Let’s be honest. If you are like most people, you’ve probably put off going to the dentist at one time or another. Some of us have even avoided seeing a dentist for years at a time. Research shows one in three Americans avoids going to the dentist regularly. As the time spent away from Millcreek […]

Unless you’re frequently using your teeth as scissors or a nail file (we hope you aren’t!), the most common things placed in your mouth are food, beverages, eating utensils, and your oral hygiene BFFs: floss and toothbrushes. However, when you visit your Bountiful dentist, this script gets flipped. At Millcreek Family Dental, we utilize a few […]

At Millcreek Family Dental, education is paramount in our mission to help our Bountiful friends and neighbors improve and maintain their oral health. For this reason, we try to avoid using dental jargon when we’re speaking with our valued patient family.  However, some terms can’t be broken down as easily; in those cases, we’ll explain […]