How concerned should you be if you start to experience tooth pain? If the discomfort is persistent, or if the pain is difficult to ignore, it could be a sign that you have an infected tooth, a problem that you should not ignore. To restore an infected tooth’s health, a root canal procedure will be… Read more »
Category: Restorative Dentistry
3 Benefits You Gain From Replacing A Missing Tooth
How concerned should you be if you have a single missing tooth? Even one absent tooth can create problems for your appearance, as well as for your oral health. If you have an incomplete smile, you can have a difficult time biting and chewing, which can turn into a problem with TMJ disorder. You can… Read more »
Why Cavity Treatment Involves The Placement Of Fillings
A treatment to address dental decay is not complete until the affected tooth has been supplied with a restoration. What makes this part of the treatment necessary? Even when they are caught early, cavities will do permanent damage to our teeth. Because of this, they need protection against further physical damage, as well as a… Read more »
Do I Need To See An Endodontist About Root Canal Therapy?
If you have a severe cavity, or if your tooth is badly hurt after a physical injury, there may be internal problems that affect your oral health. Will this trouble with your tooth’s pulp make a trip to see a specialist necessary? Sunny Smiles is actually prepared to take on your restorative dental work, even… Read more »
Can A Crown Make Biting And Chewing More Comfortable?
One aching or sensitive tooth can be enough to push you into changing your bite function. While you may see little harm in adjusting your bite to avoid putting pressure on a certain tooth, you can put yourself at risk for several issues. The stress of adopting an awkward, uneven bite motion can lead to… Read more »
A Root Canal May Be Needed To Restore An Injured Tooth
Until a dental injury is treated, you may find yourself frustrated at how sore or sensitive your tooth is. This discomfort is more than just a nuisance, as it may be a symptom of an infection or internal injury. Chipped and cracked teeth, or teeth that are partially broken after trauma, become vulnerable to infection,… Read more »
We Can Provide A Dental Filling That Matches Your Enamel
When you brush and floss thoroughly, consistently schedule dental checkups, and make a point of limiting sugar, you can keep your risk for cavities low, and avoid restorative dental work. Unfortunately, many people – even those who take care to prevent cavities – can find that they need treatment for decay at least once in… Read more »
3 Steps You Can Take To Lower Your Cavity Risk
Any time a cavity forms, permanent damage to your tooth structure will occur. Even if your dentist spots and treats that cavity just after forming, it will be necessary to place a dental filling to keep the tooth safe and secure. If you want to protect your enamel against this damage, it is important to… Read more »
Replacing A Lost Tooth With A Same-Day Dental Implant
When you know what a dental implant-held prosthetic is capable of doing for you, it can be exciting to begin the process of restoring your smile. With that said, people can have concerns when they learn how long it might take to complete the process of replacing a lost tooth, or multiple lost teeth. Our… Read more »
Should You Have Work Done With Dental Crowns Or Veneers?
You may feel self-conscious about your smile because of issues with wear and tear, a recent injury, or from naturally occurring flaws. If you have concerns about your appearance, you may be ready to discuss treatment options that can make teeth look healthier, more uniform, and generally more attractive. While many people with these concerns… Read more »