Your teeth are durable. Since you only have one set of adult teeth, they have to be! Despite all the wear and tear that your teeth are built to withstand, there are some conditions that will still break your teeth down in a hurry. One of those conditions is a cavity. Cavities form when a… Read more »
Category: Restorative Dentistry
Extreme Tooth Infection Requires Serious Care
Bacteria are naturally present in your mouth, and they can aid in digestion and the breakdown of food. However, they can also form harmful biofilms on the surfaces of your teeth — aka, plaque. When you fail to thoroughly clean your teeth, the bacteria will produce acid that wears away at your enamel and causes… Read more »
The Many Applications Of A Dental Crown
If you’ve never dealt with severe tooth damage or decay, you might not be familiar with a dental crown. This versatile tool can be used to strengthen, protect, and recreate a damaged tooth. Dental crowns’ many applications make them valuable restorative options for dentists. If you ever find yourself suffering a significant chip or crack,… Read more »
We Answer Your Tooth Filling Questions
Most people try to keep their distance from dental procedures. You don’t want to deal with them, so you don’t want to know about them. However, it’s important to understand what your dentist recommends and why. If you develop a cavity — which almost everyone does and will at some point in their life —… Read more »
Don’t Procrastinate When It Comes To Root Canals
When you receive news that you have to do some extra work, it can be easy to slip into procrastination mode, especially if it means more hassle for you. Fear of needing extra treatment actually keeps a lot of people away from their biannual dentist appointments, but that only makes the problem worse. When you… Read more »
Quiz: Do I Need A Crown An Inlay Or Onlay?
Our teeth are strong, but not invulnerable to damage. When a tooth becomes cracked or chipped, or develops decay or an infection, we may recommend a restoration. Will a dental crown, or possibly an inlay or onlay, help your smile?
3 Important Facts About Root Canals
In the more severe stages of tooth decay, the infection in your tooth can progress beyond the main structure of your tooth, known as dentin. When it does, it can reach the hollow part of your tooth, known as the pulp, along with the nerves and tissues inside of it. These tissues travel from the… Read more »
Which Tooth Fillings Work Best?
Tooth fillings come in a variety of shapes, sizes, and materials, making them effective for addressing most mild to moderate stages of tooth decay for most patients. As the condition that leads to cavities (holes) in your teeth, decay can leave your tooth weaker and more susceptible to damage, which is why properly filling it… Read more »
How Time Determines Your Restorative Treatment
Like your teeth, your dental health concerns are unique. Sure, a lot of people get cavities, but the exact location on the exact tooth where it develops differs between patients. So do the size of the cavity and how long it’s been progressing. Because every case is different, every restorative dental treatment should be customized… Read more »
How Does A Crown Repair A Tooth?
Our teeth are very strong, but that doesn’t mean they are immune to damage. Poor oral hygiene, injury, and other factors can lead to chipped, cracked, or even broken teeth. In order to repair a tooth, we may suggest a dental crown. In today’s blog, we’re going to use a quiz to discuss how we… Read more »
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