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Dental Procedure Pain: Get the Facts

I recently visited the dentist and received the news that I needed a root canal. Even though I care for my teeth well, a filling I had as a child fell out one day without me noticing. (I have a bad habit of chewing on ice...) I didn't have it replaced for months, so the root canal was needed to restore the tooth. I was so scared! I had heard the stories of root canals being painful, and I hesitantly had the work done expecting the worst. I was in shock that I had virtually no pain during, or after, the procedure when I took my medications as prescribed. I created this blog to help others who are putting off dental work in fear of pain. I learned that the stories I heard were greatly exaggerated or just "old wives tales" about root canal pain. Don't be afraid!

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The 4 Phases Of The Dental Veneer Process
Dental veneers are one of the most versatile techniques in aesthetic dentistry today. Yet because the installation process is somewhat more difficult to understand, many people hesitate to embrace the benefits of dental veneers. If you are considering veneers as a treatment option, read on. This article will outline the four phases of the dental veneer installation process. Phase 1: Creating A Pre-Impression For Temporary Veneers The first phase of the dental veneer process involves the creation of a so-called pre-impression.

Tips For Tackling Your Big Speech After Getting Braces
When you are first fitted with braces, whether traditional or invisible, your teeth may feel uncomfortable or unusual. This can make it difficult to speak clearly. While this may not be a big deal in most cases, it can be a serious concern if you have a public speaking engagement approaching. Here are a few tips to help you tackle that presentation with confidence even if you've been struggling with your new braces.

Chemotherapy: Can You Have Dental Work Completed During Treatment?
If you plan to undergo chemotherapy to treat your cancer, you may wonder if you can still have dental care completed during your cancer treatments. Sources recommend that you see your dentist before your cancer treatments to avoid complications with therapy and your health. Although chemotherapy attacks and eradicates the cancer cells in your body, some of the medications used during therapy can damage the good cells of your body as well.

2 Tips For Avoiding Cracked Tooth Syndrome
Dental fractures can occur for a number of reasons. Usually, when a fracture is identified, the tooth is replaced or removed permanently. However, this can be difficult to do with cracked tooth syndrome. The fracture may be incredibly small or it could be hidden under your gum line. This can make it difficult for your dentist to spot the fracture on routine x-rays. Cracked tooth syndrome is often characterized by extreme pain that occurs when you bite down on food or other objects.

How To Treat Your Teeth
One of the best things that you can do for your teeth is to make sure you are only putting things into your mouth that are good for them. You should do your best to avoid potentially harmful foods, as well as anything else that puts your teeth at risk of being stained, damaged or unhealthy. The information offered to you in this article should give you the help you need to have a better understanding of the things you should be eating, and habits you should try to cut out of your life.

Why Do Dentists Measure Your Gum Lines?
When you visit a dentist for a checkup, he or she might complete a process that involves measuring your gum lines. If you have never had this done before, you will probably wonder what it means and why dentists do it. Here are several things you should understand about this process. Why it is done Dentists measure the gums of patients for one main reason, which is to determine if the person may have gum disease or other gum-related issues.

Why You Should Get Your Teeth Cleaned By A Dentist
Are you satisfied with brushing your teeth at home without ever making dental appointments for a professional cleaning? Although you might think that brushing your teeth is getting rid of all of the plaque, there is likely still some left in the ridges and cracks that a toothbrush is unable to reach. This article explains a few services that a dentist can offer to make sure your teeth are thoroughly cleaned so you won't have to worry about getting periodontal disease from bacteria.

Are Ceramic Braces Right For You?
If you need to correct your teeth with braces, then you might be a bit worried about the future. After all, braces can seem pretty awkward and uncomfortable, particularly if you are concerned about the appearance of your smile. Thankfully, there are different types of braces, and some are much easier to hide than others. Here is an explanation of one such option: ceramic braces. What are ceramic braces? While you might be familiar with traditional braces, you might not have known that ceramic can actually be used in place of metal.

Tips For Helping Your Child Cope With Braces
You may not be happy when you learn your child needs to wear braces. Besides the expense, you may imagine the next few years filled with arguments about keeping the braces clean and not losing the retainer. However, wearing braces does not have to be a bad experience for you or your child. Here are a few tips for making the experience more pleasant. Choose Kid-Friendly Braces There are different types of braces your child can wear.

A Short Guide To Replacing A Tooth
There are many reasons why you might need to get a tooth replaced. Maybe you were injured and lost some teeth in your mouth. Maybe one of your teeth is infected and is beyond saving. Regardless of your situation, you might be worried and apprehensive about the future. You might be curious and fearful of what lies ahead. To help assuage some of those fears, here is an explanation of exactly why you need to get your tooth replaced and some of the most common options for doing so: