Schedule AppointmentMisconceptions About Root Canals
Root canals, unfortunately, have a very negative connotation, but that might be because few people fully understand what they are or when they are needed. A root canal, typically, does not cause pain because a root canal is actually a process that is intended to relieve the pain caused by an infection. The infection, which […]
Summertime Oral Health
School’s out for the summer, and during this magical season, the days are lasting longer, the sun is shining brighter, and the birds are singing louder. However, mosquitos and sunburns aren’t the only things that can dampen your summer spirits. Toothaches don’t go on vacation during the summer, so while we can’t cure your sunburns […]
3 Treatments for Incipient Dental Caries
Dental caries are just a fancy word for cavities. Cavities mean tooth decay. In either case, incipient tooth decay means serious concern for your oral health. Whenever you hear any of these terms, you can pretty much assume the same thing—you’ll need professional treatment. Dental caries in their beginning stages are called “incipient lesions” or […]
Why Is Sugar Bad For Your Teeth?
By now in life, you probably know that eating sugar is not good for your teeth. It can lead to tooth decay, after all. But how exactly does this happen? That’s the question a lot of people have, and if more people understood just how it happens, they might be more inclined to prevent it […]
Teeth vs. Bones: Are Teeth Made Out of Bone?
Teeth are often put in the same category as bones in people’s minds. They are white, dense, and strong, much like bones. They are constructed mainly of calcium, much like bones. They also have a solid, outer casing and a soft interior portion, much like bones. So if it looks like a duck, and walks […]
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