A Guide to Preparation, Procedure, and Recovery If you’ve been told you need a root canal, you might be feeling a mix of apprehension and curiosity about what lies ahead. Root canals have a reputation for being intimidating, but — as with dental or medical procedure — understanding the process can help alleviate some of …
While a lot of dental work focuses on repair to the teeth, sometimes teeth need to be removed (or teeth are congenitally missing). When we think of dentures, we tend to imagine a full set of fake teeth at the side of grandma’s bed. But the fact is, dentures come in many forms, and the …
When we are missing a tooth, it can impact all aspects of our lives, from the most basic actions like chewing our food to our performance at work and comfort in social environments. For many, a dental bridge is a great option to consider that can help maintain your dental health while also making you …
Did you know that hundreds of thousands of dental implants are performed every year in America? And according to the ADA, this number is expected to continue to rise as the years go on. Dental implants are surgically placed components that fuse with your jaw or skull to support a dental prosthesis. In layman’s terms, …
Do you look in the mirror and wish that you could change something about your smile? It might be time to consider an aesthetic change. Veneers for teeth are a fantastic, simple dental procedure that can dramatically change your life. If you have low self-esteem or dislike your smile, veneers could be a solution. But …
Everyone braces themselves at the dentist when they hear those five dreaded words: “You need a root canal.” Society has built root canals up to be a big and terrifying procedure, but the truth is it is incredibly common and simple. Millions of people have this small procedure done each year and come out of …
Did you know? There’s more than one kind of dental filling you can have in your mouth to repair a cavity. You probably know about the shiny metal fillings, but do you know about the others? Take a look and test your dental filling knowledge!
So your dentist is recommending a partial denture to compensate for a “gap” in your mouth, but what is it? Turns out, partial dentures are pretty common and have tons of benefits. They require some maintenance but are generally easy to get used to and do a great job keeping your mouth healthy. Partial dentures …
No, not that kind of crown. While it would be nice to be royally crowned, usually when your dentist tells you that you need a crown, it’s not because you’re becoming royalty (though we won’t stop you from thinking that!). A crown is often used in conjunction with other dental procedures. In this post, we …
If you’re dealing with tooth decay or a broken tooth, your dentist might recommend a dental crown, which can help prevent further damage. When you’ve decided on a tooth crown, there are several options when it comes to what type of crown you will get. It’s important to understand these options, so you can understand …