If you have a toothache, your teeth feel more sensitive than usual, or it feels like the area has changed texture, you may have a cavity. This common dental problem happens when plaque begins to wear away your enamel. Treatment for this can stop the progression of decay and repair your tooth. Sunny Smiles Family… Read more »
Category: Restorative Dentistry
Have A Full Smile Again With Bridges Or Dentures
In a recent blog, we discussed how dental crowns can be used to repair damaged pearly whites. This can eliminate the need for an entire adult tooth to be removed. But what do you do if the damage is too severe? If one of your permanent pearly whites has been lost due to an accident… Read more »
Save Your Tooth With A Dental Crown
If you have damaged your tooth, or have severe decay, a crown can be used to bring it to its original condition. At Sunny Smiles Family Dentistry in El Paso, TX, we offer several methods of restoration. Fillings and root canals can repair cavities, or a crown can be used to repair your tooth after… Read more »
Root Canal Treatment Can Save Your Tooth
When a patient hears that they will need a more invasive treatment, like root canal therapy (RCT), it may cause them to worry. These procedures often have a negative association with pain or discomfort. However, restoring a damaged or severely decayed tooth can save you from more serious problems in the future. In today’s blog,… Read more »
Do I Have To Fill A Cavity?
It is estimated that nearly 90 percent of all adults in the U.S. have had at least one cavity in their lifetime, which means it is likely that you are familiar with how they are treated. Fillings are used as a way to stop the progression of decay and protect your pearly whites. In today’s… Read more »
Determining The Best Way To Restore Your Smile
When you are missing permanent teeth, several problems can arise. You may not feel as confident in your smile, your teeth can begin to shift out of place, and more may even fall out if not properly supported. At Sunny Smiles Dentistry in El Paso, Texas, we have several methods to help you achieve a… Read more »
Have A Full Smile Again With Restorations
In our last blog, we talked about what you should do if you hurt your tooth. If you suffer from a break or chip, a dental crown can be placed to restore the area. However, if the problem is more severe, we may need to remove the entire tooth and replace it. Whether you have… Read more »
Hurt Your Tooth? Come In For An Appointment
If you have cracked, chipped, or broken one of your pearly whites, it is crucial that you see your dentist as soon as possible. Although the injury may not look severe, ignoring the problem can lead to the damage worsening. This can cause more severe harm and may even put you at risk of infection…. Read more »
Too Late For A Filling? We Can Still Help
In our last blog, we talked about how tooth-colored fillings help restore your smile after a cavity. In some cases, you may not need to repair the decay right away. However, waiting too long can cause the cavity to continue growing. This can cause discomfort and sensitivity when eating. If you put off getting a… Read more »
Do You Need A Filling?
Cavities are one of the most common dental problems that patients face. They can cause sensitivity when eating, toothaches, and can even cause discoloration. If you have a cavity, your dentist will be able to see it during your cleaning and exam. It is important to treat decay as soon as possible to prevent further… Read more »