When left untreated, tooth decay can spread to other healthy teeth, causing a mouthful of problems- quite literally. There are a number of preventative steps that you can take to reduce your risk of developing tooth decay. Here are a few tips from our team: 1.) Brush at Least Twice a Day with a Dentist [...]
If you’ve been told that you need a root canal, you may feel tempted to postpone the treatment, especially if your tooth isn’t hurting. The truth is, putting off root canal therapy could cause a simple situation to evolve into one that’s more complicated and costly to repair. Here are four important reasons why you [...]
When someone hears the words “root canal” they may have assumptions of pain, discomfort, and a lengthy healing process. Due to advances in dental technology, this is thankfully no longer the case. Modern technology, equipment, and medications make the process of getting a root canal a convenient and pain-free process. Opting for endodontic therapy (getting [...]
Have you ever visited a dental office for a toothache? In addition to regularly scheduled cleanings with the dental hygienist, pain is a key motivator as to why we visit our dentist. Not surprisingly though, many patients decide to put off a visit to their dentist to address the problem. Moderate pain or discomfort in [...]
Good oral hygiene habits are essential to prevent tooth decay and gum disease. What you might not know is that research has found the health of your mouth actually mirrors the overall condition of your body. According to the Academy of General Dentistry, there is a direct relationship between gum disease and many serious health [...]
According to The American Academy for Oral Systemic Health, oral cancer claims one American life every hour of every day. Unfortunately, most cases go undetected until it is too late, making the need for regular examinations of even greater importance. Those who are proactive and seek treatment early have the best chance of beating the [...]
If you’ve ever looked in the mirror and seen what appeared to be small cracks on the outside of your teeth, congratulations. You may have craze lines. First, it’s important to know that these lines are relatively harmless in most cases. Craze lines appear as a natural response to years of normal tooth function. Throughout [...]
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 [...]
Tooth fillings are a tried and true method of restoring your smile’s form and function. But just because something has worked for over a century, doesn’t mean that it can’t be improved. Researchers at the OHSU School of Dentistry in Portland, Oregon, have worked to create a filling material that’s twice as resistant to breakage [...]
Exposure to high levels of chlorine can severely damage your teeth, causing enamel to erode away. Without your natural layer of enamel protecting them, your teeth can become highly sensitive and yes, even begin turning brown in color. Here’s what you need to know. Your Teeth and Chlorine Chlorine, while a useful and effective [...]
