If you have a cavity then the health and stability of your teeth are at risk. Our office provides a number of treatment options to repair a decayed tooth, including a dental filling. Do you need a filling? By treating a dental cavity you can avoid the risk of an infection or possibly even tooth loss.
Facts and Myths: Root Canal Treatments
Do you currently need a root canal treatment to restore the health of your tooth and protect your oral health? Perhaps you are too uneasy about scheduling your visit because you have heard a lot of conflicting information about root canals over the years. We find time and time again that patients enter our office with a lot of misinformation. Rather than allowing myths to stand in the way of receiving dental care, we encourage you to learn the truth. Consider some myths (and the corresponding facts), so you have a much clearer understanding of this exceptionally beneficial and comfortable procedure.
Oral Cancer: A Quiz
When it comes to detecting oral cancer, patients are often unsure about what to do. Some patients simply don’t like speaking about the topic because the associated thoughts and potential damage are so upsetting to think about. However, we strongly suggest that patients become more familiar with screenings and the benefits of early detection. Fortunately, by scheduling your checkups consistently every six months, you can rest assured that we will catch and diagnose a problem in its infancy. Wondering how much you actually know about this topic? Test your knowledge and please remember to ask any questions you may have during your next visit.
Tooth-Colored Fillings to Treat a Cavity
Have you started experiencing pain when you bite into your favorite foods? Is that sip of ice cold milk now met with a wince? If so, the bad news is that you might have a cavity. Grey or black lines along your teeth, white spots, sensitivity or discomfort isolated to a single tooth, can all be warning signs that you could have a cavity. The good news is that modern dentistry means you don’t have to choose between the discomfort of a cavity or an unsightly metal filling. Tooth-colored fillings are an excellent way to restore your smile after a cavity, both cosmetically and functionally. (more…)
Dental Emergencies Require Prompt Treatment
Are you experiencing a dental emergency? What do you do when you’re suddenly experiencing severe tooth pain, or notice a large chip in your tooth? You may not want to call 9-1-1 for a dental emergency. But, you can and should schedule an appointment with your dentist as soon as possible. Unlike many other parts of your body, your teeth cannot repair themselves, meaning most dental issues will only worsen if left untreated. Rather than delaying the inevitable, seeking restorative treatment quickly to help save your tooth and relieve your pain! (more…)
Checkups and Cleanings as Back-to-School Routine
Has it been a busy summer? So busy, you may have been a bit lax when it comes to your kids’ oral care? In particularly hectic times of life, dental care can tend to fall off the daily to-do list. But, now that the kids are getting ready to go back to school, it’s time to get back to the dentist, too. Regular checkups and cleanings are the best way to prevent dental problems from forming, as well as to tackle any existing conditions early on, before more extensive work becomes necessary. (more…)
Fillings, a Great Way of Coping with a Cavity
Have you developed great sensitivity to hot or cold foods? Is there a dull pain in one of your teeth? It’s all too easy to dismiss minor dental symptoms, but you should not ignore any changes in your teeth. That’s because they can be warning signs that there’s a problem, and seeking prompt restorative care is the best way to ensure you keep your smile healthy in the long run. A cavity is one of the most common dental problems. Thankfully, it can be quickly addressed with a composite filling. (more…)
Time to Schedule Your Back to School Cleanings!
Before you know it, you’ll be hearing school bells and seeing yellow buses again. The back-to-school season is right around the corner, and now is the time to schedule your back to school cleanings and checkups. When you’re running your back to school errands and scheduling those annual doctor’s appointments, make sure to schedule time at the dentist too. Making good oral health a priority and a natural part of your end-of-summer routine teaches your children good dental care habits that will stay with them for a lifetime. (more…)
Steps to Take for an Emergency Toothache
The trouble with a toothache is that it rarely adheres to a set schedule. It can strike in the middle of a meal, or during an important business presentation; or, it can develop slowly, remaining a barely noticeable nag until it suddenly blossoms into debilitating tooth pain. In either case, a toothache is never something you should ignore, and whether mild or serious, the discomfort will likely grow worse until you address it. If your toothache strikes at a moment when you can’t immediately call your dentist, follow these few steps to alleviate your toothache until you can schedule an emergency dental visit. (more…)
Dental Implants and Gum Disease
Though it doesn’t always seem like a big deal, gum disease is one of the more destructive conditions that can affect your oral health. It’s also the leading cause of adult tooth loss, and therefore the need for replacement teeth, such as dental implants. Understanding the dangers of gum disease before and after tooth loss, and how controlling the disease is vital to the success of your implanted replacement teeth, will help you better ensure the health, beauty, and integrity of your smile for life. (more…)
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