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Have a Dental Emergency? Go to Endodontist First, Not Emergency Room or Urgent Care

With hospitals and emergency rooms overloaded, endodontist offices remain open for dental emergencies for those suffering from extreme tooth pain or other oral health related emergencies such as those that might require root canal treatment. During the constantly evolving COVID-19 pandemic, hospitals and emergency rooms are experiencing extreme surges of patients seeking urgent care, leading [...]

By | 2020-03-31T14:32:42-04:00 March 31st, 2020|Uncategorized|Comments Off on Have a Dental Emergency? Go to Endodontist First, Not Emergency Room or Urgent Care

Endodontist in Louisville | Diabetes and Oral Health

40207 Endodontist Did you know that 1 in 5 cases of total tooth loss is linked to diabetes? Diabetes affects your entire body including your mouth and teeth. Here are a few ways diabetes can impact your oral health: Gum Disease An early warning sign of potential gum disease is bleeding while you brush or [...]

By | 2019-05-24T12:10:10-04:00 May 24th, 2019|Uncategorized|Comments Off on Endodontist in Louisville | Diabetes and Oral Health

Louisville Endodontist | Ow! Your Guide to Canker Sores

A canker sore can make eating, drinking, and talking difficult and even painful. Maintaining your oral health by brushing and flossing may also be difficult with a sore in your mouth, but keeping up with your daily oral hygiene routine is an important step in the healing process. We’ve put together a short guide to [...]

By | 2019-04-18T11:33:09-04:00 April 24th, 2019|Uncategorized|Comments Off on Louisville Endodontist | Ow! Your Guide to Canker Sores

Endodontist Near Me | Root Canals Without Fear

According to the American Association of Endodontists (AAE), there are popular misconceptions people may have regarding root canal therapy. Unfortunately, these patients may make decisions about their health care based on this incomplete or inaccurate information. Below are some common myths that you may have heard about root canal treatment. Myth 1: Root canal treatment [...]

By | 2019-04-18T11:31:44-04:00 April 18th, 2019|Uncategorized|Comments Off on Endodontist Near Me | Root Canals Without Fear

Keep Kids’ Teeth Safe and Healthy This Winter

As a parent, you want to keep your child’s teeth safe and healthy all year long. Brushing, flossing, and regular dental visits are great ways to prevent tooth decay. What you may not realize is that the colder weather of the holiday season brings its own challenges to bear. Here are some ways to help [...]

By | 2018-10-19T16:08:57-04:00 October 22nd, 2018|Uncategorized|Comments Off on Keep Kids’ Teeth Safe and Healthy This Winter

Are Your Medications Damaging Your Oral Health?

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), nearly half of all Americans are currently taking prescription medications and more than half take vitamins or other dietary supplements. Even when used as directed and under medical supervision, you may experience medication side effects that can impact your oral health. Always let us know [...]

By | 2018-10-19T16:07:57-04:00 October 19th, 2018|Uncategorized|Comments Off on Are Your Medications Damaging Your Oral Health?

Louisville Endodontist Supports Boys & Girls Clubs of Kentuckiana

Dr. Scott Norton and Kim Norton attended the Boys & Girls Clubs of Kentuckiana Gala on Saturday, June 9, 2018. This event provided exposure for the mission of Boys & Girls Clubs of Kentuckiana and allowed members the opportunity to meet with guests, donors, and supporters like Dr. Norton. You can learn more about Boys [...]

By | 2018-06-13T15:48:53-04:00 June 13th, 2018|Endodontist, KY, Louisville, Uncategorized|Comments Off on Louisville Endodontist Supports Boys & Girls Clubs of Kentuckiana

What Kind of Technology Do Endodontists Use?

First, What Does an Endodontist Do? Unlike general dentists, endodontists do not clean teeth—they focus solely on diagnosing and treating infection with the dental pulp. Endodontists are the experts for pulp inflammation, infection, and root canal treatments. In addition to the four years of undergraduate and four years of dental school required, endodontists undergo an [...]

By | 2018-04-13T11:58:35-04:00 April 13th, 2018|Uncategorized|Comments Off on What Kind of Technology Do Endodontists Use?

How Long Does a Temporary Crown Last?

If you have recently seen Dr. Scott Norton for root canal therapy, you likely have a temporary crown placed over the tooth until the permanent crown is molded and created for your unique mouth. While some patients are eager to get through the entire process, some patients may be less eager to return for additional, [...]

By | 2018-04-09T12:04:09-04:00 April 9th, 2018|Uncategorized|Comments Off on How Long Does a Temporary Crown Last?