If you experience trauma or decay that leads to a broken or damaged tooth, there are usually two standard options for treatment: dental implants and dental crowns. These treatments are often confused as similar, but they are quite different. There are differences between these two treatments; they are often used in different cases. What Are […]
Knocked Out Tooth! What Do I Do?
Have you or a loved one ever knocked out a tooth? Hopefully not, but dental emergencies do happen. While there is never a convenient time to have a toothache or lose a tooth, it often seems to happen at the most inopportune times. While it’s common for someone who has had a tooth knocked out […]
How Long Do Root Canals Last?
According to the American Association of Endodontics, root canals have a success rate of 95% and in most cases they last a lifetime. However, the success of any dental treatment depends on many different variables which our dentists can talk to you about and answer any questions that you may have. What Is A Root […]
Treating Dental Anxiety With Sedation Dentistry
Many people enjoy visiting their dentist, but dental anxiety is a real struggle for some people. Some people experience so much anxiety around going to the dentist that they avoid going to the dentist altogether. We don’t want it to be this way for our patients, and we don’t want it to be this way […]
What is This White Stuff Near My Gums?
It can be a bit alarming if you notice something different going on with your gum tissue. Healthy gum tissue appears as pink tissue and doesn’t show signs of inflammation, such as bleeding. Healthy gum tissue also shouldn’t be painful. If you’ve noticed some white stuff near your gum tissue, you’re probably wondering what’s happening. […]
How to Cement Your Own Crown
If you’ve ever had a crown fall off, you have probably felt initial panic and thought, ” Oh no, now what do I do? In most dental situations, you should first call your dentist, and they will likely take a look at your tooth. Sometimes you might find yourself in this situation while out of […]