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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!

Latest Posts

Enjoy Good Food With Braces: 5 Easy-To-Eat Foods For Dinner

Posted on March 3, 2015

Wearing braces isn't easy. You have to give up many of your favorite foods and you're in pain almost every time you leave the orthodontist's office for several days. The end result – straight, beautiful teeth – is well worth it. However, it's helpful to know some specific foods that are easy for you to eat and that won't hurt your braces so that you don't have to spend hours on end trying to figure out if something is okay to eat. [Read More]

Strange Oral Bleeding? You May Have an Infection

Posted on February 18, 2015

Gums are sensitive and can be damaged from a lot of the day-to-day activities we deal with. From consuming rough or hard foods to using the toothbrush a bit too hard, there are times where you may draw blood unexpectedly. If it happens too often, you may need to consider complications such as infections, sharp foreign objects or damaged teeth. Consider a few strange situations that can lead to dental bleeding. [Read More]

4Things To Know About Dental Implants

Posted on February 4, 2015

If you need to replace teeth that are missing for whatever reason, one effective way to do so is by getting dental implants. These will allow you to fully restore lost teeth, and this will lead to better dental health. Knowing specific things about dental implants may motivate you to get started on this dental procedure sooner, rather than later. What are dental implants? They are a restoration process which places an artificial root in the gums with a titanium post. [Read More]

3 Main Benefits Of Choosing Zirconia Implants

Posted on January 26, 2015

Zirconia dental implants are a relatively new type of dental implant that utilize a ceramic material as opposed to the aluminum or titanium found in most traditional dental implants. If you've recently lost an adult tooth and are considering dental implants as a means of restoring your smile, you might be wondering whether or not zirconia implants are the best choice for you. By considering the benefits of zirconia implants versus traditional dental implants, you'll be on your way to making a better informed decision. [Read More]