If your tooth is infected, is there any way it can be saved, or will it have to be extracted? Eventually, an infected tooth will reach a stage where treatment is not possible, and the only option left is to remove it so that it does not cause any more trouble for your overall oral health. Fortunately, this is a problem that can be avoided when root canal therapy is performed. Root canal therapy involves the careful removal of bacteria and infected tissues from the tooth’s inner chamber, known as its pulp. Sunny Smiles is prepared to restore your tooth’s health by performing this procedure. We can also help you avoid problems like this by keeping you informed about the state of your smile at regular dental exams! (more…)
We Use Dental Fillings That Imitate Healthy Tooth Enamel!
If you have to have treatment for a cavity, will the dental filling or crown you receive be a problem for your smile? In the past, you may have gone to a dentist’s office that provided restorations made from metal, which offer durability but stand out when placed on teeth. Sunny Smiles patients who experience dental decay have access to restorations that are made from substances that can actually imitate their healthy tooth enamel. Our biocompatible resin fillings can match the color and look of your enamel, and they can even bond to your tooth to provide long-lasting support! (more…)
A General Dentist Can Deal With More Than Just Cavities
Your routine dental appointments give you important feedback about the state of your smile. Your dentist is certainly concerned about the possible formation of a cavity, or cavities, since your last appointment. With that said, dental decay is not the only issue that can be pointed out and addressed. Patients who come to Sunny Smiles for preventive care are given thorough reviews, as our goal is to identify and treat any matter that might threaten your oral health. This includes matters like gum disease, which can have serious consequences for you over time. Remember that preventive visits offer cleanings as well as reviews, and that those cleanings are necessary when it comes to removing tartar formations. (more…)
3 Oral Health Issues We Can Address With A Dental Crown
While one person’s oral health troubles can differ from someone else’s, they could require the same form of restorative dental work. In many situations, your dentist can address an active problem through the placement of a dental crown. Crowns are often closely linked to treatment for tooth decay, but this is just one circumstance where they can be useful. They also help with naturally occurring flaws, and they can be used when treating a tooth that is physically injured. If you need work done on a tooth that is prominent in your smile, you may worry that your appearance will be permanently altered by a procedure. What you should know is that your dentist can offer a crown made from material that closely imitates your tooth structure to prevent cosmetic problems. (more…)
Why Patients Choose To Make Smile Changes With Veneers
When you start to look into the different cosmetic dental services available to people, you may have a tough time determining which one might be right for you. For people who want to see significant changes, or those who want to make sure their improvements last, porcelain veneers can be particularly appealing. Veneers are carefully designed shells that are affixed to the fronts of teeth. They are customized to ensure that they make a tooth the right shape and size to ideally fit a person’s smile. If you are interested in scheduling cosmetic dental work in the El Paso, TX area, Sunny Smiles is ready to talk with you about porcelain veneers, and we can also review the benefits of other procedures that could benefit you! (more…)
How Long Has It Been Since Your Last Dental Cleaning?
In the course of a dental cleaning, your hygienist can clear away tartar and plaque, identify areas of your smile that could benefit from more care, and help you avoid future oral health problems. Unfortunately, some people believe that their daily oral care routine can replace these visits, and that they only need to see their dentist if they think something is wrong with their smile. Staying consistent with preventive care has long-term benefits. Care provided by your hygienist will make problems less likely to occur, and your dentist can spot problems and recommend restorative dental work before your condition worsens. (more…)
Why Patients Choose Professional Teeth Whitening Treatment
Why have so many people looked to their dentist for help with teeth stains? There are often a variety of over the counter whitening treatments available at grocery stores and pharmacies, but these products may lack the effectiveness to deal with deeper, tougher stains. If you want to see significant smile improvements, a professional cosmetic dental procedure can be necessary. Sunny Smiles gives patients access to advanced whitening agents that they can actually use at home! This approach combines the convenience of kits that are purchased over the counter with the effectiveness of professional care. When your treatment is complete, you can be delighted to see that your teeth are now many shades brighter than before!
(more…)
We Can Address Poor Jaw Alignment Through TMJ Therapy
Injuries, inflammation, poor bite movement, and teeth grinding can all create problems with the alignment of your jaw joints. If your joints are no longer working well together, you may feel the effects of this tension in your face, jaw, head, and neck! TMJ-related aches and pains can be serious, and they can be a consistent problem throughout your day. If you show signs of TMJ disorder during a routine dental exam, your dentist can speak with you about treatment to reduce tension and stop pain. This correction is often made possible by the use of a custom oral appliance that gently holds your jaw in a more comfortable position while you rest. (more…)
Reasons To Stay Calm During A Dental Emergency
While you should act quickly to address a dental emergency, you do not need to panic. Patients at Sunny Smiles can make arrangements for emergency dental work if they experience a tooth injury, lose a filling or crown, or struggle with severe dental pain. Having access to care on short notice means that you can have a problem addressed before your dental health worsens, and it means you spend less time with an unsightly injury. Just as we can take care to preserve your appearance during a routine restorative dental procedure, we can make sure that your emergency treatment allows you to maintain your healthy smile! (more…)
Trusting A Root Canal To Stop An Issue With Tooth Pain
A tooth pain that refuses to subside should concern you. Problems with pain and sensitivity can be symptoms of an infection, which can occur if a tooth is injured or affected by a cavity. When too much time passes without treatment, enough harm can occur to leave an infected tooth past the point of saving. Fortunately, treatment is available if you develop an issues with dental pain. Our dentist’s office can help you if you are in this situation by providing root canal therapy. This procedure targets problems within a tooth that put your oral health at risk. In addition to performing this service, we can make sure your tooth stays healthy after treatment by providing a custom dental crown to cover it. (more…)