Dental Health and Root Canals
A root canal is a treatment used to repair and save a tooth that is badly decayed or infected. For the first few days following the completion of a...
Mehr lesenA root canal is a treatment used to repair and save a tooth that is badly decayed or infected. For the first few days following the completion of a...
Mehr lesenIf you had general anesthesia or still feel drowsy, you’ll need someone to drive you home. Your mouth may need a few weeks to completely heal. It s...
Mehr lesenStrep throat is an infection of the throat and tonsils caused by a bacteria called group A streptococcus , also known as Streptococcus pyogenes. Ti...
Mehr lesenThe choice of which type of dentist to use depends to some degree on the difficulty of the root canal procedure needed in your particular tooth and...
Mehr lesenThere are lots of reasons you may have a lingering metallic taste in your mouth, from medication to poor tooth brushing habits. Colds, sinus infect...
Mehr lesenFluoride helps protect your teeth from the acid that is released when this happens. Using fluoride toothpaste is an important way to ensure that yo...
Mehr lesenTo treat your toothache, your dentist will first obtain your medical history and conduct a physical exam. X-rays may be taken as well as other test...
Mehr lesenIf you pass on hot or cold drinks because you know they’ll make your teeth hurt, it may be time to talk to your dentist about the possibility that ...
Mehr lesenEnamel also insulates the teeth from potentially painful temperatures and chemicals. Frequent vomiting erodes tooth enamel and can lead to cavities...
Mehr lesenThey may want to test you for medical conditions that can cause tongue symptoms, like diabetes or a vitamin deficiency. Your doctor may suggest a m...
Mehr lesenBigger problems arise, however, if plaque stays on your teeth and hardens into tartar. Tartar, also called calculus, forms below and above the gum ...
Mehr lesenStomatitis, a general term for an inflamed and sore mouth, can disrupt a person's ability to eat, talk, and sleep.
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