Your child is about to embark on a journey of straightening their teeth. This may raise a lot of questions such as: How will braces feel? Will they be painful? Can I still eat my favorite foods? What will my friends say? Do not worry, we are here to help answer any questions you may have! Below are some of…
When you may need a tooth extraction? Trauma Injuries to the mouth can be extremely painful and cause damage to teeth, ligaments, bone, and tissue. In some cases, one or more teeth may need to be extracted in order to correct the bite. Additional complications can lengthen the treatment time. Tooth disease The decision to save a tooth or extract…
If you’re experiencing tooth pain, you may be wondering whether or not you need root canal therapy. Root canals are typically recommended when a tooth is badly decayed or infected. However, it can be hard to know for sure if you need one. Your dentist will likely recommend a root canal if they determine that your tooth decay is extensive…
What are wisdom teeth? Wisdom teeth, or third molars, are the last molars that erupt in the mouth. They follow the first molars and second molars. Though they are basically empty at birth, they do contain cells that later develop into adult teeth. Pressure in the mouth can cause wisdom teeth to move, causing pain and discomfort. This is known…