Category: Restorative Dentistry

Should I See My Dentist About A Toothache?

Is it wise to wait out a toothache, or should you bring discomfort to your dentist’s attention as soon as possible? While a toothache can be triggered by something that is not an oral health issue – you could have pain related to a sinus problem, for example – it is a concern when pain… Read more »

Are You Starting To Worry About Your Filling?

You will need a permanent restoration after cavity treatment. A cavity is not just a problem because it damages your tooth structure. When decay makes restorative treatment necessary, it causes irreversible harm to your enamel, meaning the affected area will not heal over time. Fortunately, the filling or crown that you receive can provide long-term… Read more »

When A Crown Is Needed To Restore A Tooth

Why does restorative dental work call for the placement of a dental filling or crown to complete your care? These are needed because our teeth are limited in what they can do to naturally recover from harm. When a cavity forms, or when physical damage affects your enamel, it leaves behind problems that are permanent…. Read more »

Restorative Dentistry And Tooth Injuries

For many people, dental decay is the only issue that will call for restorative treatment from a dentist. With the right approach to preventive care, you can avoid this issue. However, you may be unlucky enough to experience physical trauma that demands restorative work. If this does happen, you should know that Sunny Smiles is… Read more »

3 Possible Causes Of Dental Pain

Dental pain is not something to ignore. When the discomfort you feel is severe, it can be difficult to wait to see your dentist. While it can be clear that something is wrong, you may have questions about why you are experiencing discomfort. At Sunny Smiles, we can bring patients in when they face this… Read more »

3 Situations That Can Call For A Root Canal

It is not always necessary to treat a cavity by performing a root canal. In fact, patients who are consistently visiting their dentist for routine checkups can lower their risk for a problem that demands this procedure, as a smaller cavity can be identified and addressed after a routine dental exam. What you should know… Read more »

Why A Cavity Makes Dental Work Necessary

You should be able to leave your dentist’s office after a dental exam without the need to arrange restorative work. When you keep your smile safe from harm between visits, the only future care you have to worry about is your next routine checkup! If you have a problem with dental decay – even if… Read more »

Can A Dental Crown Restore Your Broken Tooth?

woman with broken tooth

If you break a tooth, it is important t see a dentist as soon as possible about the matter. If you wait to have the problem addressed, complications can make treatment more difficult, and may even leave you vulnerable to complications that make an extraction necessary. Through the appropriate treatment, Sunny Smiles can make sure… Read more »

Keeping A Tooth Healthy With A Filling

When you have a cavity, you will need to see your dentist to make sure your tooth’s health is properly restored. After removing the damaged portion of your tooth, your dentist will provide protection in the form of a filling or crown. A dental filling is the more conservative option of the two, as it… Read more »

When You Need Root Canal Therapy

It is important that you take signs of oral health trouble seriously, and that you seek treatment for a potential problem as soon as you can. If you put off an appointment while you struggle with pain or sensitivity, you can give an infection more time to spread. Eventually, your worsening infection can become so… Read more »