These days, many people find that getting their wisdom teeth removed is the best course of action for their smile. Our wisdom teeth are often so far back in our mouths that they’re impossible to keep clean with regular brushing, often resulting in cavities and decay. As humans have...
Being embarrassed about your smile or avoiding dental work can hinder your self esteem and even lead to poor oral health. Cosmetic dentistry is available to help you get your beautiful smile and your confidence back! Thanks to advances in technology and dentistry, you have a variety of options...
Although dental anxiety is very common among people, dental phobia takes dental anxiety to the extreme. People who experience dental phobia tend to avoid visiting the dentist at all costs. However, this could end up costing them their smile. Does this sound like you? There is help for people...
When you think of getting a root canal done, what’s the first thing that comes to mind? There are many common misconceptions about this procedure. Read on to find some common facts and myths about this procedure that’ll help ease your anxiety! Myth: It’s Painful Root canals are infamous for being...
Rather than having a dentist perform your root canal procedure, consider seeing an endodontist, or, a root canal specialist. These dental specialists complete dental school and then complete at least two more years of training in order to become an expert at saving teeth. Root canal specialists function as...
Spring is quickly approaching, which means your big day may not be far away! It’s time to start thinking about all the wonderful things that will be part of your wedding ceremony—including your smile! Your wedding day is a time to celebrate, so be proud of your beautiful smile....
A root canal is the area in your tooth’s root where nerves and other connective tissue reside. When you experience dental health problems such as tooth decay, bacteria are able to enter your tooth and cause infection in the tooth’s root canal. When this happens, the bacteria attack the...
Orthognathic surgery isn’t an option to be taken lightly. It’s a procedure only to be considered if you are a candidate, meaning that you have considerable problems due to your jaw structure. How do you know if oral surgery is the right option for you? Consider talking to your...
If you’ve experienced the feeling of a sensitive tooth, you know how painful it can be. Imagine having extreme tooth sensitivity all the time throughout your mouth! Cold and hot foods can cause intense pain in people who have very sensitive teeth. But what can you do to help...
Perhaps you’ve heard of non-surgical periodontal therapy, which is a method of removing bacteria, plaque, and tartar that have been prominent in causing periodontal disease (gum disease) in patients. This procedure appeals to patients because while it isn’t surgery, it can be effective in restoring the healthy connection between...