When you hear “root canal” does it make you shiver? Do the hairs on your arms stand on end? Do you get a creepy, crawly feeling up your spine? If so, then you are frightening yourself for no reason. Sure, there was a time–way back before local anesthetics–that people dreaded the thought of a root… Read more »
Category: Restorative Dentistry
Which Filling Is Right For You?
Are you a bruxer? That means, do you grind and clench your teeth habitually? You may not be aware of it if you are a night time bruxer, but if you gnash your teeth all day at work or at school, then you will probably know it, eventually. If you aren’t aware of it, your… Read more »
What Could a Dental Crown Do for Your Smile?
Have you recently been told you require restorative treatment for a bad cavity, or even an abscessed tooth? Is your smile in need of a prosthetic replacement after tooth loss? Did you chip or crack a tooth during a game of basketball? Are you tired of people commenting on your shiny gold crown when you… Read more »
Do You Need Restorative Dentistry?
Did you skip your dental checkups last year, or spend the holidays binging on sugar? Do you struggle to drink enough water everyday, or take medications that leave you suffering from chronic dry mouth? During a busy season of travel, did you overlook your daily dental hygiene, skipping out on flossing and occasionally going to… Read more »
Coping with a Cavity? How a Filling or Crown Could Help
This time of year most people will indulge in a few more treats than usual. It’s natural to want to snack and enjoy good food along with the good company you’ll be keeping all through the holiday season. But, if all the cookies and cocoa end up taking a toll on your teeth, you may… Read more »
Dental Fillings: How Do They Work?
Dental fillings are the go-to restoration when a dentist needs to treat small or medium cavities. Since more than 90% percent of American adults have had cavities in one of their permanent teeth, that means a lot of dental fillings are placed every year in the United States. You may even have a few in… Read more »