Use A Root Canal To Put A Stop To Tooth Pain

use-a-root-canal-to-put-a-stop-to-tooth-painTooth pain can intrude on your day, make it hard to eat and speak, and be a generally unpleasant experience. It can also be a sign that your tooth needs attention and care from your dentist. A cavity can pass through the surface of your tooth and enter the pulp. Once this happens, bacteria can infect the living tissue in your tooth, and create discomfort. Your dentist can remove the infection by performing a root canal on your tooth. Without this treatment, an infection can continue to grow in severity, and you could lose your tooth. The bacteria can also spread to your jaw bone through the tooth’s root, and cause more problems for your health. (more…)

Why Gum Disease Deserves Your Dentist’s Attention

why-gum-disease-deserves-your-dentists-attentionDental pain can be hard to ignore – if a tooth becomes too painful, or too sensitive, it could be hard to keep you away from your dentist. However, it is worth remembering that you should see your dentist for more than just an active, painful problem. Gum disease can be a serious problem, even if it does not cause you pain. Gum disease is the main cause for adult tooth loss, and it can cause real havoc with oral structures, and your periodontal tissue, if it is not addressed. When you spot signs that your gums are unhealthy (watch out for bad breath, a tendency to bleed, or redness and swelling of the tissue) seek treatment. (more…)

Make Prevention A Priority When It Comes To Dental Care

make-prevention-a-priority-when-it-comes-to-dental-careAn active problem with your tooth should be a priority. If you delay restorative dental care, something like tooth decay can continue to worsen, meaning your treatment will be more involved, and more of your tooth will become infected. In between oral health issues, your focus should be on keeping your smile as healthy as possible. Be actively engaged with the condition of your teeth and gums. When you stay on top of preventive dental practices, you make it less likely you will find yourself needing work done to save a problem tooth. (more…)

Should You Choose Teeth Whitening Or Porcelain Veneers?

should-you-choose-teeth-whitening-or-porcelain-veneersIf you are interested in undergoing a cosmetic dental treatment, you may already have a firm idea of what you want out of the procedure. There are different options available to you, and they offer different benefits. Some people exclusively desire whiter teeth. If this is the case for you, then a straightforward whitening treatment can take care of you. However, not every person’s tooth discoloration is best treated with whitening agents. It is also possible that you want to address physical issues with teeth. If these issues are relevant to you, your dentist might recommend you receive dental veneers. (more…)

Securing A Prosthetic With A Dental Implant

securing-a-prosthetic-with-a-dental-implantWhat can be done about tooth loss? There are several choices available to you if you want to close a gap in your smile caused by a missing tooth. Among your prosthetic dental options, dental implants can stand out for several reasons. Only dental implants offer prosthetic support that also benefits your jaw’s health. Implants also provide great stability – and that stability is not at the expense of neighboring teeth. Restoring your smile after losing teeth is important to your oral health, just as it is important to how you look. (more…)

What Can Happen When Cavity Treatment Is Delayed

what-can-happen-when-cavity-treatment-is-delayedWhen a cavity forms, an irreversible decay begins to take hold of the tooth. That decay is limited at first, but over time, it can grow. A problem that was limited to an area of your tooth’s exterior can actually begin working its way through your enamel, through your dentin, and ultimately infect the living tissue within your pulp. A cavity at this stage can be uncomfortable, and will seriously threaten the tooth’s help. This kind of problem calls for a root canal treatment, which allows your dentist to target a problem within your tooth. However, restorative dental work can occur before this happens. Your dentist can remove a small cavity, and use a tooth-colored filling to replace the lost tooth material. (more…)

Responding To A Dental Emergency

responding to a dental emergencyThere are different sorts of dental problems, and they can manifest in different ways. Tooth decay can start small, but it will continue to grow over time. A relatively simple restorative dental treatment may be viable when a cavity is first developing, but if you leave it enough time, it can demand a more involved treatment. A dental emergency can cause big issues with little to no warning at all, especially in the case of physical trauma. You can find yourself needing serious care for a tooth that was in perfect health earlier that day! If something jeopardizes your oral health, let your dentist know. They can work to set you up for an appointment as soon as possible – that includes same-day appointments. (more…)