Once you receive dental implants, the lasting thing you want to see is that your new, great-looking smile loses its luster. Many patients who get implants wonder whether they stain like natural teeth. Dental implants tend to resist stains. While your natural teeth can be discolored after pigments penetrate through the enamel or when a […]
Your tooth has an inner part called the pulp. This is the part of your tooth that is alive. The pulp is an important section that contains nerves, blood vessels, specialized cells, and connective tissue. The enamel and other outer layers of your tooth are tasked with protecting the pulp. If the tooth is damaged […]
In the endodontic field, we often see teeth that have decayed to a significant degree. However, instead of extracting them, we can often perform root canal surgery even if the tooth has become abscessed and infected. How We Save Badly Decayed Teeth If a tooth is badly decayed and develops an abscess, we will drain […]
Jaw surgery is one specific type of surgery that repairs anomalies of the jawbones. Depending on your needs, it can involve your lower jaw, upper jaw, or both of them. Most of the time, you can qualify as a jaw surgery candidate if you have jaw misalignment or other problems where the only solution is […]
Our outward appearance plays a crucial role in how our clients view us. In other words, smiles define who we are because they are among the first impressions we make. Such impressions might last a lifetime. People with dental issues may continuously suffer in their work environments. Such people may have self-esteem issues which show […]
The American College of Prosthodontics estimates about 120 million Americans have lost at least one tooth. Teeth can fall off after an accident or facial trauma. Dental conditions like tooth decay and periodontal diseases also lead to tooth loss. To avoid more dental complications, it is important to replace any missing teeth. Knowing The Effects […]
Missing teeth are a common problem in adults. We all know that we need to replace them, but how do you know when it’s too late and the consequences of not replacing your missing teeth? This blog post will explore what happens if you don’t replace your missing teeth and give tips on maintaining healthy […]
Periodontal disease, also known as gum disease, is a severe gum infection caused by bacteria-filled plaque building up or sticking on the gumline. Usually, common causes of gum disease can be due to failure to practice good oral hygiene; however, other causes can include genetics, smoking, illness such as cancer, and hormonal changes. A dental […]
Dental implants are far, one of the best dentist treatments for replacing missing or lost teeth. There are few options if any that will guarantee you a longer-lasting solution. A dental implant will also help to preserve the bone that supports your tooth, which might deteriorate if a lost or extracted tooth is not replaced. […]
Jaw pain could be a sign of different oral conditions. Given that it is a very delicate body part, the jaw cannot sustain excessive impact. This is why getting involved in an accident can result in jaw pain. If you notice that your jaw hurts a few days after an accident, it is important to […]