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How to Prepare Before an Oral Surgery Procedure


This includes understanding what will happen during the actual procedure, as well as the benefits and risks associated with the surgical procedure.


Periodontics: Treatments for Gum Disease


Periodontics is the branch of dentistry that deals with the supporting structures of teeth. Gum disease is a bacterial infection, and without periodontics treatment, it can potentially result in tooth loss because it compromises the structures supporting the teeth. Therefore, … Continued


How Does Full Mouth Reconstruction Restore Teeth?


Dental fillings, the most common type of direct dental restoration, treat minor to moderate issues of dental cavities.


Will an Endodontic Professional Perform Root Canal Therapy on a Diseased but Pain-Free Tooth?


Thinking you may be in need of endodontic services? Your good overall oral health is not only important so you can have a healthy mouth, but when your oral health is in good shape, it is likely that your overall … Continued


Does a Dental Exam Check for Gum Disease?


Gum disease, in particular, is not examined for the same way that the teeth are looked at.


When Is Endodontics Necessary?


Root canal therapy involves the removal of infected or damaged pulp and filling the cavity with a material known as gutta-percha, a healthy substitute material.


How Long Does Full Mouth Reconstruction Take?


A full mouth reconstruction refers to a number of procedures done in dentistry to rebuild and reconstruct the oral cavity, including the gums, teeth and sometimes the jaw. These procedures are done using a cosmetic and restorative approach, both of … Continued


When Would a Family Dentist Recommend Dental Implants?


Dental implants are increasingly becoming the go-to option for replacing a lost tooth or teeth for the right patients. Anyone can lose a tooth, whether it’s due to blunt force injury, disease, or gradual tooth decay over time.  What are … Continued


Dental Restoration After an Auto Accident


Whether you have fractured teeth, a tooth avulsion or a loose tooth, a dentist can help you.


Can a General Dentist Receive Endodontic Training to Perform Periodontic Care?


Learning more about the endodontic training necessary to become a periodontist allows you to understand more about this type of dental professional.