Cavities and tooth decay are common dental problems requiring the replacement of the dead parts of the tooth with fillings to prevent further tooth decay. There are many different types of fillings you can get, and many dentists out there who’d love to perform the procedure when it comes to dental fillings. However, finding the
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Dental Emergency: Should I Go to the Hospital or Dentist?
Dental emergency is a term encompassing a gamut of dental issues that involve blood loss, pain, or injury to the mouth or any of the structures inside it, which all require immediate medical treatment. These include toothache, cuts, lacerations, tooth loss, broken jaws, puncture wounds, and tooth abscess (buildup of pus in the tooth). Like
Read MoreHow to know if you have a root canal infection and need to see a dentist
Dental decay can progress and reach the root canals, which can become infected. Once the bacteria reach the root canals, the infection can spread quickly. There is a chance that you could lose your tooth if you delay treatment. A root canal infection does not happen overnight, and infected pulp usually starts with a cavity or an
Read MoreAdvantages Versus Disadvantages of Dental Bridges
Dental bridges are a very common treatment solution for missing teeth. Even missing one tooth creates dental and aesthetic problems, which can worsen over time. So, if your dentist advises a dental bridge to fill a gap, consider it carefully. Here are the advantages and disadvantages of this frequently used dental treatment. What Is a Dental
Read MoreRoot Canal Post-Treatment Care
Having a root canal used to be a terribly painful procedure, but no more. Through advancements in dental technology and techniques, and new methods of keeping yourself as pain-free as possible while your tooth heals, you’re sure to have a root canal that’s “smooth sailing.” Let’s talk about what you can expect to experience after having a
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