How Can You Best Deal with a Chipped Tooth?

If you have a penchant for hard food or like to chew on candy, you may be taking a risk with your dentition. Over time, this behaviour could weaken the structure of the tooth, and one day, part of it may simply break. This can be very disconcerting if the tooth happens to be in the front of your mouth, as this can certainly affect your appearance and ruin your smile.   Read More...

Inflamed Dental Pulp in Your Child's Tooth: Will They Need a Root Canal?

Pulpitis is an inflammation of the dental pulp (the tooth's nerve). When your dentist informs you that you're experiencing pulpitis, the next step is determining if the condition is reversible (meaning that the pulp will recover) or irreversible (meaning that the pulp must be removed with root canal treatment). However, with primary, baby teeth, dentistry has another option for children who are experiencing pulpitis.  Your Child's Dental Pulp If your child's tooth has undergone significant decay or has been damaged in an accident, the dental pulp is no longer securely contained within its pulp chamber.   Read More...

Tips to Speed Up Recovery After Root Canal Treatment

Root canal treatment helps save decayed teeth. This procedure involves extracting infected pulp from the root canals. Afterwards, your dentist will clean and fill the gap with silver amalgam to reduce the chances of infection. The filling also restores the functionality and appearance of your teeth. Root canal treatments seem scarier than they actually are. In reality, this procedure causes little discomfort, and you should return to normal within a short time.   Read More...

5 Things To Look For In A Family Dentist

For multi-generational households and families, finding a dentist that everyone can visit can save time and make life easier. There are a few things to look for specifically when you are seeking out a good family dentist. 1. All Ages and Stages Care A true family dentist is equipped with the knowledge and tools to work with patients of all ages, no matter what stage of dental care they need. Often, a family dentistry practice is a practice with several different dentists on staff.   Read More...

How a Dental Crown Can Be Securely Attached to a Severely Deteriorated Tooth

Sometimes there isn't enough space to attach a crown, so a dentist must lengthen the crown. A tooth's crown is the visible portion of a tooth, above the gum line. A dental crown is a dental restoration—an artificial shell (typically made of porcelain) that encases the tooth's crown to prevent further deterioration. However, a dental crown can only be bonded to a tooth's crown when there's sufficient tooth structure to permit a secure attachment.   Read More...