Restorative dentistry involves the replacement of broken or missing teeth. Although some cosmetic procedures fall under this umbrella, restorative dentistry also involves the functionality of the mouth. This are of dentistry involves three main branches: endodontics, periodontics, and prosthodontics. The affected teeth may be in their present state due to trauma, aging, dental disease, or…
Details
Many people neglect their teeth, and many others have an irrational fear of going to the dentist. If you fall into either or both camps, your smile is going to suffer for your neglect. Even with vigilant daily dental care, your teeth will need to be checked for damage due to coffee or tobacco. And…
Details
Dental sedation is any time anesthesia is used for a dental procedure. Most dentistry only requires topical anesthesia, such as for a root canal or tooth extraction. However, each person’s comfort level, pain tolerance, and anxiety regarding dental procedures is different. This means some people may prefer sedation dentistry over local anesthesia for more intense…
Details
Tooth pain, often referred to as toothache, is caused by the nerves in your tooth’s root becoming irritated. Your tooth pain may be the result of an infection, tooth decay, or following a dental crown implementation. In some cases, oral pain’s epicenter isn’t even the teeth and is radiating from your jaw joint or gum…
Details
Fluoride treatment is a normal part of routine dental cleanings. It generally gets applied at the end of a cleaning and helps to protect the enamel coating on your teeth, and works to stop cavities from developing. In many parts of the country, fluoride has been added to municipal water supplies to produce oral health…
Details
A dental cleaning is a key part of any visit to the dentist and plays a crucial role in your overall dental hygiene. Dental cleanings can be stressful, anxiety-ridden experiences for both kids and adults. But they don’t have to be. By knowing what a dental cleaning entails and what you can expect at your…
Details
Do you experience mild discomfort, even pain, when eating ice cream or drinking hot liquids? If so, it’s likely you have sensitive teeth and could benefit from endodontic therapy services. Multiple factors can cause teeth sensitivity, including: Tooth decay or exposed tooth roots Cavities Cracked or chipped teeth Worn fillings Receding gums or gum disease Whatever…
Details
When it comes to how often patients need to visit the dentist for teeth cleaning, the answers will vary more than expected. The reasons behind the conflicting advice from many stems from the basic fact that no two patients are alike. However, those who don’t have a regular schedule of dental visits should have a…
Details
People mostly associate dentists with caring for teeth and treating toothaches. These doctors can also diagnose and treat gum pain. In fact, this condition could have several causes, some of which require early intervention to prevent worsening complications. Therefore, anyone with gum pain that doesn’t seem to go away within a few days should seek…
Details
Dental care focuses on three main aspects of oral health – decay, periodontal disease, and occlusal disease. The first refers to cavities, the second to gum disease, and the last to bite alignment issues. The first two are familiar to most. However, few know about occlusal disease. Qualified dentists understand what this condition is and…
Details