Family Dentistry

Have you ever heard the phrase ‘I’d rather have a root canal’ to describe something painful or unpleasant? At Accessible Family Dentistry, we perform root canal (endodontic) therapy routinely for our West Jordan dentistry patients and many report minimal discomfort. Salt Lake City root canal procedures have advanced significantly in recent years. For many Utah root canal patients, the procedure is no worse than getting a filling from your Accessible Family Dentistry dental professional.

At Accessible Family Dentistry, our goal is to help our South Jordan, Taylorsville, and Murray root canal patients avoid the necessity of Utah endodontic treatment by providing skilled dental care. However, if root canal therapy is necessary to preserve a tooth for one of our greater Salt Lake City area root canal patients, we provide the most advanced West Jordan endodontic treatment in Utah

How do you know if you need a Utah root canal? See your Accessible Family Dentistry dental professional immediately if you experience tenderness or pain, hot or cold sensitivity, tooth discoloration, tooth injury, gum swelling, gum pain, or lymph node tenderness or drainage. However, for some Salt Lake City endodontic patients, there are no symptoms. That is why it is crucial to visit your local West Jordan endodontic dentist regularly for a thorough West Jordan dental examination.

Call Accessible Family Dentistry, at 801.982.0332 to schedule an appointment.

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When my West Jordan clients ask me about West Jordan tooth restoration, I usually tell them about fixed (or ‘traditional’) dental bridges or tooth implants. A dental bridge is an artificial tooth which replaces a missing tooth. The false tooth (called a ‘pontic’) is fused to porcelain crowns on either side of the missing tooth.

Tooth replacement has been a highly requested procedure at my West Jordan dental practice. Patients from the Taylorsville area and Murray area have expressed concern about tooth replacement for many years. Most of my questions in the Salt Lake City area have to do with the strength of the tooth replacement, and durability.

Dental implants are also popular concern for my Salt Lake City tooth replacement patients. A dental implant consists of a titanium post surgically inserted into the jaw bone to replace the root of the missing tooth. The post integrates with the bone to provide a stable foundation for the replacement tooth.

After it has bonded with the bone (it usually takes three to six months), a smaller post is attached. This post extends above the gum line. The artificial tooth (crown) is then attached. The entire process takes several months, but consistently yields terrific results for West Jordan tooth restoration patients. My Utah cosmetic dentistry patients appreciate the fact that I stay up to date on the latest advancements in tooth replacement procedures.

Both Utah smile restoration options preserve or restore facial contour and allow you to talk and eat normally. Tooth replacements prevent adjoining teeth from gradually shifting and can help correct bite problems, too. Tooth implants and dental bridges can replace one or more missing teeth. Many Salt Lake City area dental patients have been treated successfully with these tooth restoration alternatives.

Call Accessible Family Dentistry and ask for Wells Wagner to schedule an evaluation for Utah tooth restoration. You can schedule your tooth restoration by calling us at 801.982.0332.

When it comes to cosmetic dentistry in West Jordan, tooth whitening is one of the easiest and rewarding procedures. There are also a lot of tooth whitening options for those of us in the Salt Lake City area. How do you find a good tooth whitening procedure in West Jordan?

Visiting your local West Jordan dentist is a good start!

Whitening your teeth is an advanced dental procedure that you won’t want to get wrong on the first try. That’s why I always recommend a visit to Accessible Family Dentistry (our dental practice) to visit with me and talk about it. I’m Wells Wagner, and as a West Jordan Doctor, I am not only experienced with tooth whitening procedures, but care about your teeth and your smile. I can recommend tooth whitening procedures based on your age, dental hygiene, and personal goals.

Most importantly, I can help you assess the condition of your teeth and help you understand what to expect and how to care for your teeth once they are whitened.

Many of our West Jordan patients ask about tooth whitening. In fact it is one of our most popular dental procedures. There are many tooth whitening options, ranging from the kind you will perform at home to professional tooth whitening procedures we can do right here in our West Jordan dental office. The one best for you can depend on many factors, starting with the color of your teeth, and how white you want your teeth to be after the procedure.

Consulting with your West Jordan dentist before you begin a tooth whitening procedure has several advantages. Among the advantages are professional care, experienced advice, and reliable recommendations for which tooth whitening procedure will be best for you.

If you are contemplating a tooth whitening procedure, and you live in the Salt Lake City, come in and visit with me for just a few minutes. We’ll discuss your goals, the options that are available to you, and the results you can expect. You will be much happier with your results with the advantage of professional advice.

I look forward to hearing from you.

-Wells Wagner, Doctor

Whether you have lived in Utah for a long time, or just moving in to the West Jordan area; taking care of your teeth eventually involves a visit to the dentist. We are Accessible Family Dentistry located at 6973 South 4800 West, Suite D in West Jordan, Utah, and our specialty is cosmetic dentistry.

You can reach Accessible Family Dentistry by calling 801.982.0332.

Going to the dentist for the first time in West Jordan, or if you have not been for while, can be an unsettling experience for both kids and adults. The very idea of a ‘dentist’ seems to hold negative connotation for many people. If you are an adult who is moving to the West Jordan area, or your child is preparing to visit the dentist for the first time, here are a few tips that may help ease you into regular dental checkups and put you on the path toward increased oral health and wellness.

Choose an West Jordan dentist who is appropriate for your needs. When you meet your new West Jordan dentist for the first time, make an effort to ask questions about the care you will receive. Ask questions that are relevant to your situation including questions about experience, age range of patients, and recommended procedures for any conditions you may have. Get to know your West Jordan dentist so you feel comfortable with the care you will receive.

Introduce yourself to your West Jordan dentist and get to know the office staff. Visiting the dentist in West Jordan will seem less of a chore when you feel you have trusted friends who are there to help.

Be prepared to provide your West Jordan dentist with information. Whether you are experiencing specific pain at that moment, or anticipating a problem, be sure to discuss everything with your dentist. Many patients become intimidated in the office environment and avoid expressing pain or discussing issues. As your dentist, I need to know everything you are experiencing and will be better prepared to help as you ask questions and express your concerns.

I understand that everyone is unique; what works for one person may not work for another. You know what works best for you, and the best way to have a good experience with a West Jordan dentist is to communicate. Let me know what you are experiencing so that I can make adjustments and help you feel more comfortable and secure.

At Accessible Family Dentistry our friendly staff will work to make your dental experience a pleasant one. We know it can be frightening to visit the dentist for the first time, or after a long while. We’ll do what we can to make you feel comfortable, secure, and among caring friends.

If you are in West Jordan, Utah and are ready to visit the dentist again, give us a call at 801.982.0332, or stop by to meet us; we’re excited to meet you.

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Maintaining healthy teeth is an important concern for our local Salt Lake City residents. As your Doctor, it’s my job to help you understand how to care for your teeth and to keep them healthy.

Everyone in the Salt Lake City knows that maintaining healthy teeth requires regular daily brushing and flossing. Regular visits to your local Salt Lake City dental practice is also necessary to keep watch for cavities and to help you maintain proper dental hygiene. We often forget that maintaining a healthy diet can also be beneficial for the health of your teeth.

A Salt Lake City diet that includes foods that help your muscles and bones will also help you develop healthy gums and healthy teeth. Examples of local Salt Lake City foods to include in your diet include foods rich in vitamin B such as breads and cereals. Foods rich in vitamin C, usually fruits and vegetables, help improve the health of your gums. Zinc and magnesium are also good for the health of your teeth and are found in foods like lean beef, fish, and poultry.

All foods increase the production of saliva. Saliva is important to healthy teeth because it helps to maintain the pH balance in your mouth. Maintaining this balance helps keep your teeth and gums healthy. Foods high in fiber also encourage saliva production as does the chewing of sugar-free gum. Gum, however, can damage unhealthy teeth or pull out dental fillings, so always use caution when deciding whether to chew gum and which brand to chew.

Just as certain diet choices in the Salt Lake City area can be beneficial to the health of your teeth, others can be detrimental. Foods and drinks that are high in sugars are more likely to form the acids that attack your teeth and result in decay. And while table sugar is often associated with the formation of cavities, other sugars such as glucose, fructose, and maltose are also causes, and are often found in juices and sodas. Limiting the consumption of sugars to mealtimes lessens the amount of time your healthy teeth are exposed.

Making good diet choices and limiting between meal sugar consumption can improve the health of your teeth and gums.

If you would like to learn how to better care for your healthy teeth in the Salt Lake City area, contact Accessible Family Dentistry at 801.982.0332. We would love to hear from you.

-Wells W. Wagner, DDS

Imagine you are starting a new job in West Jordan and meeting your new boss for the first time. Confidence is key to your success. As you reach out to shake the extended hand your broad confident smile exposes rows of pearly white teeth, yet when you open your mouth to exchange greetings you worry about bad breath. Perhaps your breath is not as a pleasant as you had hoped. Bad breath is a worry and possible embarrassment for many residents of West Jordan, Utah, from ages 1 to 100. Regular dental checkups at Accessible Family Dentistry can help alleviate your concern over bad breath. We have been addressing bad breath since .

The technical term for bad breath is halitosis. Many factors can cause or contribute to halitosis. One of these factors is the food you eat. Onions and garlic are both known for having a potent affect on your breath. Simply observing the foods you eat here in West Jordan can result in a change in your breath.

In most cases, bad breath originates in your mouth. Transient bad breath can be resolved through eating or brushing, and is a temporary condition usually associated with a dry mouth. Persistent bad breath can be a serious problem effecting as much as 25 percent of our West Jordan residents. Persistent bad breath can be caused by dry mouth, and is made worse when food is not cleared away properly.

Brushing and flossing daily is a critical step in curing bad breath. Food particles can build up in your mouth and foster bacteria which can cause bad breath. This not only includes the food particles that may get stuck between your teeth, but also the food that collects around your gums or on your tongue. Brushing and flossing daily can help reduce the amount of food particles that stay in your mouth and cause bad breath. Regular visits to Accessible Family Dentistry in West Jordan can also reduce or eliminate the progression of bad breath.

Other factors that can contribute to bad breath for West Jordan residents include dry mouth, tobacco use, and health concerns such as infections. Come visit Accessible Family Dentistry located in West Jordan, Utah; we’ll provide you with information about bad breath in a professional environment. Give us a call at 801.982.0332 to set up an appointment.

Wells W. Wagner, DDS

Utah is known for its beautiful smiles, and our local West Jordan community is no exception. Keeping your teeth clean is an important factor in maintaining your beautiful West Jordan smile. One of the benefits of regularly visiting your local West Jordan Utah dentist is a thorough teeth cleaning and a review of your brushing habits.

Our West Jordan dental hygienist helps you keep your teeth clean by assessing the condition of your teeth, and recommending improvements to your daily teeth cleaning habits. Our West Jordan oral hygienist can also professionally clean and polish your teeth at your regular West Jordan dental check up. You should schedule a regular dental check up every six months.

I am a and I work at Accessible Family Dentistry located in the state of Utah. We specialize in cosmetic dentistry in the West Jordan Utah community, including the surrounding areas of South Jordan and Taylorsville.

Cleaning your teeth in Utah is the simple task of removing plaque (a sticky deposit that gets left on teeth in which bacteria thrives) and tartar (a calcium deposit that forms on teeth and aids in tooth decay). This is done by brushing regularly with a toothbrush and fluoride toothpaste, and flossing. Brushing and flossing at least twice each day can keep plaque and tartar from building up on your teeth and results in cleaner, healthier teeth. A regular visit to your local West Jordan dental hygienist will help you stay on top of problems that can go unseen.

The American Dental Association (ADA) recommends visiting your local West Jordan, Utah dentist at least once every 6 months for a regular dental check up and teeth cleaning. These regular visits to your Utah dentist potentially prevent the undetected development of problems that can occur from neglecting to clean your teeth.

To keep that beautiful West Jordan Utah smile in good shape, come in for a dental check up and teeth cleaning.

Call Accessible Family Dentistry in West Jordan Utah to make an appointment. You can reach us right now at 801.982.0332.

Wells W. Wagner, DDS

As your local Salt Lake City dentist, one of my roles is to help you take care of your mouth. Sometimes mouth sores can be an issue, and while Salt Lake City dentists often defer to an oral surgeon for extreme cases, we can help you make an assessment.

If you live in the Salt Lake City area and have a mouth sore that lasts more than a week or two; come and see me. Mouth sores can be an indicator of disease, and an early assessment is the best bet. A better understanding of your mouth sores can lead quickly to comfort and a resolution. If necessary, treatment and pain relief can be offered.

There are two common types of mouth sores that are common in the Salt Lake City area; canker sores and cold sores.

Canker sores are small ulcer-like sores with a white or gray base and a red border. They are found on the inside of the mouth and while they are not contagious, they can be painful. Typically a canker sore heals in a week or two. Antimicrobal mouth-rinses, over-the-counter topical anesthetics, and avoiding spicy and acidic foods may offer you temporary relief while your sore is healing.

The cause of a canker sores is not certain. Possible explanations range from a cut on the inside the mouth, and reactions to extreme temperatures or acids from food or drink, to fatigue, stress, and allergies. Some studies point to bacteria or viruses, or combinations of all these factors.

Cold sores, also called fever blisters or Herpes Simplex, are groups of fluid-filled blisters that often appear around the lips, sometimes appearing under the nose or around the chin. Cold sores are contagious and painful, but usually heal in about a week. Some over-the-counter anesthetics may provide relief. There are some antiviral drugs on the market that have shown promise in reducing outbreaks, but there is currently no known cure. The initial infection, known as primary herpes, often occurs before adulthood. Once the virus infects you, it may stay in your body and remain inactive or cause occasional cold sore outbreaks. Outbreaks may be triggered by a fever, sunburn, skin abrasions, stress, or exposure to extremes in temperature.

As your Salt Lake City dentist, I can’t do much to stop canker sores or cold sores in your mouth. I can discuss the health of your mouth, and examine any causes that make your mouth sore. In some cases a change in the way you care for your mouth can reduce the chances of getting mouth sores. If you are in the West Jordan, and would like to speak with a dental professional about mouth sores, area give us a call at Accessible Family Dentistry.

Our number is 801.982.0332.

In , tooth decay is one of the most common childhood problems, yet tooth decay also affect adults. Accessible Family Dentistry serves people from 1 to 100 years old to help fight tooth decay.

Bacteria are a common cause of tooth decay. Bacteria live in your mouth and combine with plaque and acids to break down the enamel coating on your teeth. The breakdown of your tooth enamel can often result in the development of small holes in your teeth which are known as cavities. The breaking down of your tooth enamel in is known as tooth decay, and it is a serious dental problem for children and adults in Utah.

Utah tooth decay is typically a result of diet and oral hygiene choices. When sticky foods are consumed and allowed to sit on the teeth, or foods full of sugars and starches are consumed frequently throughout the day, tooth decay can result. Foods to avoid include soda and sugary chewing gum; these foods tend to stay around for a while and create an environment where bacteria thrive. To help prevent tooth decay, simply limit sugary and starchy foods between meals. Also, brushing at least twice a day with a fluoride toothpaste, flossing at least once a day, and visiting your local West Jordan dentist in Utah for regular check ups and cleanings will help prevent tooth decay.

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Wells W. Wagner, DDS

Tooth whitening has really taken off in West Jordan. It has become a popular dental procedure and can provide excellent results if done properly.

There are a lot of options when it comes to tooth whitening. You can choose from a selection of over-the-counter options that you can get at your local pharmacy, or can go to a professional to get a complete tooth whitening solution.

It is a good idea to consult with your dentist before a tooth whitening, regardless of whether you choose to use an over-the-counter product. Your dentist will be able to help you understand the results you can expect, and can help recommend a product that will work for you.

There are many variables when it comes to tooth whitening. The color of your teeth at the beginning of your treatment will make a difference for your ending result. Different tooth whitening treatments will each produce a different result. Your West Jordan dentist has experience with tooth coloration and the types of treatments available.

In many cases, your West Jordan dentist will be able to provide you with a tooth whitening solution that you can take home with you. In some cases, your West Jordan dentist may recommend a professional treatment that is done at the dentist’s office.

Professional tooth whitening can produce dramatic results in a single treatment, and is often done over a few treatments.

Tooth whitening is less expensive than it was in the earlier days of tooth whitening technology. Today, tooth whitening treatments are very affordable, and don’t take the time they used to.

If you are interested in a tooth whitening consultation in the West Jordan area, please call Accessible Family Dentistry and make an appointment to see me. I will be happy to give you a check up, assess your tooth color, and recommend tooth whitening treatments that may be right for you.

-Wells Wagner, Doctor