Understanding Dental Pain and Bacterial Infections

Posted on: 6 June 2023

The applicator trays included with at-home teeth whitening kits follow the one-size-fits-all philosophy. It's more accurate to suggest that one size generally fits most. Your dental arches (which are your upper and lower sets of teeth) are uniquely yours, and if the configuration of your arches doesn't match the design of the applicator trays, your teeth whitening efforts may have a potentially dangerous side effect—chemical burns. Active Ingredient  The active ingredient in the whitening gel you must place in the applicator trays is hydrogen peroxide or bleach. [Read More]

Posted on: 27 April 2023

Root canal treatment addresses the fact that tooth infection is often better eliminated than conservatively treated. The common technique for treatment was developed in 1961, although there have been considerable refinements since then—particularly in terms of your comfort levels, and a modern root canal is essentially painless. But since the technique has been in use for decades, why must it involve several visits? Infected Pulp A tooth infection refers to the infection of the tooth's pulp. [Read More]

Posted on: 22 March 2023

Dental implants are an excellent tooth replacement option. They look natural and can help you eat and speak with ease. However, you may be concerned about how long these implants last. After all, they are a big investment. The good news is that they can last many years with the proper care. Here are a few tips to make your dental implants last longer. Select the Right Dentist First and foremost, it is important to choose the right dentist to install your dental implants. [Read More]

Posted on: 13 February 2023

Losing a tooth can lead to you needing to evaluate your replacement options. Dental bridges are a standard tooth replacement option. For this reason, it may be one of the first solutions your dentist proposes. Bridges Prevent Teeth From Shifting A missing tooth can cause the teeth surrounding the gap to shift positions. This shifting can cause alignment problems. In addition to impacting your smile, these alignment issues may make it harder to replace the tooth in the future. [Read More]