South Ogden Smiles Dentistry

Only a dentist can get your teeth their whitest. We are pleased to offer
in-office whitening. This revolutionary tooth whitening process is safe, effective and fast. You may have seen this technique on the ABC show Extreme Makeover. We also offer take-home tray services. With them you receive supplies and instructions to complete the whitening process in the privacy of your own home. Dazzling results that can last for years!

For years, the silver-mercury amalgam was the standard filling material used in dental practices, and many practices still use it. While they are a reasonable restoration, amalgams have certain shortcomings. Metal does not bond well to teeth, so decay can and does eventually leak into the tooth. Also, if there is decay present underneath a metal filling, it’s very hard for the dentist to see it as the metal blocks the x-ray. But the biggest reason many of our patients are choosing the white bonded fillings has to do with the way they look. Many people just don’t want an ugly black plug in their teeth. We are pleased to offer you modern, state-of-the-art restorations that are a natural-looking white, contain no metals and can actually strengthen your teeth. They also bond very tightly with the healthy part of the tooth so there is much less chance of decay build-up in the future.

If you have misshapen teeth, unsightly gaps or deep discoloration, our porcelain veneers may be the answer. Veneers are thin porcelain coverings that fit over and are bonded to your teeth. They look natural and are made from the most advanced dental ceramic available.

Dr. Tanner works hand-in-hand with you to create a personalized course of treatment. One of the ways he brings this about is with the use of a new high-tech tool, the Intra-Oral Camera. This amazing device is a miniature video camera that displays a close-up picture of the inside of the mouth. You can see for yourself what work needs to be done and which teeth are doing fine. You become a participant in each dental decision. You’ll love how this works.

For some dental procedures, the answer is a definite yes. Air Abrasion uses a concentrated stream of air with a superfine powder to gently blow away tooth decay without having to use a drill. There is a percentage of situations which still require the use of a drill; but many patients can say good-bye to the drill and needle forever!

You may have seen the latest news about orthodontics on TV. It’s called

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Now you can have straight teeth in an average of 9-15 months instead of the 2 to 4 YEARS with traditional braces. The best part is that with the invisalign system there are NO metal wires or brackets. Your teeth are comfortably straightened with nearly invisible plastic trays which are removable for easy brushing and flossing. You can barely see them!

You may have heard Diane Sawyer discuss this on Good Morning America or seen this in People magazine. It may eliminate most of your headaches — even migraines. In fact, this little miracle is the only NON-DRUG treatment approved by the FDA specifically for prevention of migraine headaches. It has been proven to relax the muscles under your scalp and reduce the majority of headaches.

If you frequently feel headachy, or even if you have been medically diagnosed with migraines and given prescription pain relief medication, maybe Dr. Tanner can help.

Now you can have x-rays with up to 90% less radiation than conventional x-rays. And what’s more, there is no “waiting for the x-ray to develop.” Extremely accurate pictures are available instantly and can be stored on the computer where they will always be available.