Understanding Dental Pain and Bacterial Infections

Posted on: 24 March 2015

Spring cleaning is commonly considered something you do for your house, but spring is a good time to do some maintenance on your dental hygiene routine, too.  To reduce your risk of cavities, gum disease, and other dental ailments, follow this checklist to spring clean your dental routine. Make sure you're brushing thoroughly. The American Dental Association recommend brushing for 2 minutes, twice a day. Most people speed through their brushing routine, not spending anywhere close to 2 minutes. [Read More]

Posted on: 27 February 2015

Braces look like they may be some kind of medieval torture device, but they are a necessity if you want to have perfect teeth. There are several kinds available, so you can control the way your braces look and feel. Each of these kinds has several benefits and downsides, so make sure to do your research before you choose. Removable Braces: Relief in an Instant If you're worried about your braces hurting, then removable braces may be for you. [Read More]

Posted on: 25 February 2015

So, you've just scheduled some serious dental surgery and your periodontist told you he's going to use nitrous oxide to make the procedure as pain-free as possible. Sounds good, but he lets it drop that you'll be awake during the surgery! If that scares you, don't let it: nitrous oxide is a safe and effective conscious anesthesia. The Procedure Nitrous oxide is a very simple anesthesia to deliver. It doesn't require injections or any other kind of invasive procedure. [Read More]

Posted on: 13 February 2015

If your dentist has suggested a root canal, you're probably full of fear and angst. You think they're painful, lengthy, and the tooth will need to be removed anyway, right? Listed below are three common root canal myths and the truth.  Myth #1: The Tooth Will Need to be Removed Anyway While some teeth may require extraction down the line, the entire point of a root canal is to prevent removal. [Read More]