Since the point of maintaining good hygiene and regular dental care is to preserve your natural smile, it may seem counterproductive for your dentist to recommend tooth extraction. However, in some cases, a tooth cannot be successfully saved, and trying to do so may cause more problems overall for your oral health. Today, we look at three times when tooth extraction is the best option, and how the procedure helps protect the long-term health and integrity of your smile. (more…)
Can a Dental Crown Fix Your Tooth?
Dental crowns are among the most common tooth restorations, and with a variety of advanced materials, many of them are virtually undetectable. In addition to their cosmetic appearances, however, the best thing about modern dental crowns is that they can help you preserve your natural teeth when they become damaged or compromised. To help protect your smile and preserve your bite’s function, ask your dentist if a dental crown can fix your tooth during your next visit. (more…)
How to Know if You Need Root Canal Treatment
If your dentist tells you that you need root canal treatment, then you may not question it. But, did you know that there are several things that could warn you of the need for treatment before you even visit your dentist? Root canal treatment is a restorative measure to remove the infection from inside of a tooth’s main structure and root canal. Because it is a solution for progressive tooth decay, your tooth may hurt severely from the infection, or your tooth may be compromised in not-so-subtle ways, such as a failed tooth filling. (more…)
The Threat of Gum Disease to Your Oral Health
While your gums are formidable, they are not as protected as your teeth, which are covered by highly resilient enamel. Nevertheless, your soft gingival tissue is largely responsible for sealing off and protecting your teeth’s roots, and when your gums are diseased, your entire oral health can be at risk. Today, we explain how you can protect your oral health from the significant threats of gum disease, and what those threats may entail if you leave gum disease untreated. (more…)
Taking a Close Look at TMJ Disorder
Jaw pain is like a toothache; it can range from mild to debilitating, and finding relief depends on treating its underlying cause. For many patients, finding relief from chronic jaw pain requires diagnosing and treating their TMJ disorder—a dysfunction with your jaw’s joints that is often the cause of jaw pain and a host of other chronic discomforts. Today, we explore the mechanisms behind TMJ disorder, and other common symptoms that might accompany your jaw pain if you’re in the throes of the jaw dysfunction. (more…)
Could You Be Suffering from Bruxism?
Have you ever heard of the term “Bruxism?” Many people have not, which could help to explain why so many people suffer with the condition without ever knowing what it is, much less that they have issues with it. Bruxism is simply the name given to subconscious teeth grinding, an act that cause a host of issues for one’s smile. From cosmetically worn edges, to jaw pain and tooth sensitivity, teeth grinding can create a lot of problems for your smile. Fortunately, if you are suffering from bruxism, your dentist can likely help! (more…)
Looking to Smile More Confidently? Talk to Your Dentist!
Are you tired of feeling embarrassed by your smile, or even bothered by discomfort? If so, don’t keep putting up with a smile that is no longer functioning or looking like it should. Instead, talk to your dentist about how treatment could help. From hiding flaws like staining, to addressing the discomfort that so often accompanies dental cavities, you can enjoy improved comfort and confidence by scheduling dental treatment to address your issues promptly! (more…)
Can Chewing Gum Protect Your Teeth Against Cavities?
If you want to protect your smile, then daily dental hygiene is incredibly important. This should include both brushing and flossing, of course. That said, what you eat can impact your oral health, as well. Too much sugar, for instance, can greatly increase your risk of developing cavities. But did you know that for many people, chewing gum can also be a simple way to protect the smile? That’s right, chewing gum could actually help you in your fight against dental cavities! Dental checkups and cleanings are essential, of course. Yet chewing gum could actually help. (more…)
Enjoy Great Oral Health with These Simple Tips
Do you sometimes find yourself wishing your smile looked or felt better? While you might be tempted to blame your genetics or other factors outside of your control for poor oral health, in many cases dental problems and discomfort are largely preventable. You simply need to combine healthy choices at-home with regular preventive dental checkups and cleanings, to help keep your teeth and gums in tip-top shape! (more…)
Which Is Best, a Metal or Tooth-colored Filling?
If you have ever been diagnosed with a dental cavity, before, then you likely already know that a filling could well be in order. Teeth are incredibly strong; the enamel is actually the strongest substance in the body. Unfortunately, the teeth are not able to repair themselves the way other parts of the body often can. This means that if you are diagnosed with a cavity or another dental issue, restorative treatment will likely be necessary. Dental fillings, specifically, are generally advised for addressing cavities. (more…)
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