Although the root canal dental procedure sometimes gets a bad rap, it’s one of the most common and effective ways to save a severely decayed or infected tooth. Rather than removing the tooth entirely, a root canal removes the damaged pulp inside, relieves pain, and...
Going to the dentist can be stressful enough without having to navigate the fine print of your insurance provider or the complicated rules tied to job-based dental plans. Popular plans include, but aren’t limited to, PPOs (Preferred Provider Organization) and HMOs...
You might not feel it initially, but something serious could be happening under the surface of your gums, leading to periodontitis. Periodontitis is a progressive gum disease that, in the early stages, presents with no sign of pain or discomfort. It isn’t always...
If you’ve ever had a nasty toothache or a knocked-out tooth, you know how painful it is — the intense pain that leaves you wincing when you chew and are only able to eat soft foods. It can be very painful, and instantly, you think, ‘Is this a tooth removal...
Participating in contact sports is a thrilling way to stay active, build endurance, and develop teamwork. However, the physical nature of sports like boxing, hockey, and soccer makes them a leading cause of sports-related dental injuries. From knocked-out teeth to...
A nice smile can give you confidence and make a lasting impression, but not everyone feels confident enough about their teeth to smile big. Thankfully, cosmetic dentistry can help with that. With modern advancements in dentistry, enhancing one’s smile has never...
