When tooth decay reaches beneath the outer surface or enamel of a tooth and affects the root, your dentist will usually recommend a root canal. After a root canal procedure, what happens next? Will you need a crown after a root canal? Here’s what you need to know...
Has your dentist told you that you need a root canal? If so, you may be feeling nervous and you probably have a lot of questions. Let’s talk about some ways to prepare for a root canal to help you feel calm and confident when it’s time to go in for your appointment....
Once you find out that you have tooth decay, it’s important to take the next steps promptly to prevent any further decay and the issues that may come with it. If your dentist has recommended a root canal, you’re probably curious as to why. What’s the difference...
If you’ve been referred to an endodontist, you’re probably curious about why you need to see a specialist instead of your regular dentist and you may be asking the question: What does an endodontist do? Endodontists are specialists dedicated to saving natural teeth....
Dry mouth can be caused by a variety of factors, but no matter the cause, dry mouth can increase your risk of tooth decay. So how can you prevent dry mouth, or find a way to alleviate the impact of dry mouth? Be Careful What You Eat Caffeine can exacerbate dry mouth,...
If you’ve experienced a tooth loss and you’re considering your options, it can be an important part of the process to compare implants or dentures. They are both different options that come with benefits and drawbacks. Read on to compare and consider which is right...
Dental X-rays are an important dental tool, used often to diagnose a problem, or just get a picture of our overall oral health. So why are dental x-rays so important and what do they do? What can you expect if you need dental x-rays? Different Kinds of X-rays Not all...
Tooth Enamel is the hardest substance in the body, and yet it can be incredibly fragile. It protects our teeth, keeping them in a hard protective sheath. Tooth enamel loss can occur in a variety of ways, but once it is lost, it is gone, opening up our teeth to decay....
What Is Dental Plaque? Whenever we eat food, some food particles get stuck between our teeth. These food particles combine with saliva and fluids in the oral cavity to make our mouth a breeding ground for bacteria. This deposition of bacteria results causes your teeth...
With the changes that come with COVID-19, it’s easy to get out of your day to day routine. During this time, people should take care of their mental health, physical health, boost their immune system, and practice habits that promote good dental hygiene. Here are a...
