Have you been told you need to see an oral surgeon? There so many specialties in dentistry that it can be hard to keep them all straight. To help you understand what kind of professional you’re going to see, we’ve put together everything you need to know about oral surgeons….
Many of us find ourselves in the dentist chair getting ready to have our wisdom teeth pulled out with a lot of questions still unanswered. Why do we have these unwanted teeth? Why do I have to have them pulled out? How much is this going to hurt? Your dentist…
What Are the Symptoms from Third Molar Impaction? You may have a small mouth, and if you have third molars, then there is not enough space for the teeth. Some individuals are born without third molar tooth buds, but other individuals have one to four of these teeth. Occasionally, an…
Most people don’t experience complications after they’ve had their wisdom tooth or another tooth pulled. However, if they do have complications, dry sockets are the most common even though they’re not common at all. Only 2 to 5 percent of people who have a tooth pulled develop them. What is…
Let’s face it. No one likes going to the dentist, so a referral to an endodontist may feel like yet another opportunity for a less-than-pleasant experience in your oral health journey. More Than a Fancy Word for “Dentist” Let’s start with what sets an endodontist apart from your general dentist….
Let’s look at some endodontic facts about root canals: Endodontists perform more than 40,000 root canals every day (that’s 40,000 teeth that we save every day) More than 50% of people who need root canals prefer to entrust their teeth to an endodontic specialist Most dental patients have the same…
Although root canals and extraction of teeth may seem like daunting procedures, you may be one of the thousands of adults needing these dental services this year. Our team at Dental Specialty Associates performs these procedures every day in order to fix teeth that are causing pain and discomfort. To…
The chances are good you have either viewed or heard about a Netflix documentary titled Root Cause. The film placed dentists under unnecessary stress due to the numerous inaccuracies in the documentary. Unfounded and inaccurate links were made between root canals, heart disease and breast cancer. It is important to…
Most understand the importance of a healthy smile, however a healthy smile doesn’t always equal a white smile. Unfortunately, keeping our smiles white takes more than brushing and regular dental exams. While these are extremely helpful, most of us need a little help along the way. What Causes Tooth Discoloration?…
Many people underestimate the value of establishing good oral health. From oral care practices at home to making regular visits to a dentist, maintaining good oral health is essential for helping promote total health and wellness. Through a series of life circumstances, periodontal disease, or neglect of teeth, some of…
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