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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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Want A White Smile? 5 Indicators Your Teeth Need Whitening Now!
When people meet you, the first thing they see is your smile. A big white smile can make you more appealing to people and change how you feel about yourself. Additionally, a brighter smile can boost your overall health. A visit to your dentist to whiten your teeth will help remove plaque and germs and reduce the risk of health complications resulting from poor oral health. Continue reading this article to find out whether you need teeth whitening treatment.

What Should You Do If Your Child's Gums Are Red And Inflamed?
As a parent, you are often reminded to keep your child's dental health in mind. But their gums are not mentioned as often. As such, when your child smiles and you notice that their gums are red and inflamed, you may not know quite what to do. Chances are, your child has gum disease, also known as gingivitis. There are a few things you can do at home to treat it, and if you don't see results within two or three weeks, a pediatric dentist can step in with more intensive care.

Common Misconceptions About Cosmetic Dental Work
Most people have a basic idea of what cosmetic dental work is—dental work that makes your teeth look better. Maybe you can even name a few cosmetic dental procedures, such as veneers and tooth whitening. But beyond that, the information you think you know might not be entirely accurate, and that's because there are a lot of misconceptions about cosmetic dental work. However, what are those misconceptions, and what is actually true?

Here Are Some Examples Of Ways Dental Implants Are So Great
Dental implants are one of the best options for tooth replacement for a number of reasons. While not everyone is a good candidate for dental implants, those who are should seriously consider going this way when it comes to replacing one or more of the teeth that they are missing.  Dental implants can prevent face distortion If you are missing several teeth, then this can cause changes to happen to your face that will be visible to other people.

Factors That Determine The Cost Of Dental Implants
Dental implants typically cost thousands of dollars. The cost might seem prohibitive, but it makes sense if you understand the factors that determine the overall cost of the treatment. Below are some of these critical factors. Implant Material Titanium and zirconia are the most common materials for dental implants. Titanium is metal, while zirconia, technically zirconium dioxide, is ceramic. Each material has its pros and cons. The production process of zirconium dioxide is slightly more expensive than that of titanium.

Cavity Pain: What It Feels Like And How To Treat It
Cavities in your teeth occur from decay eating away at the surface of teeth, and there are times when there can be a lot of pain from a cavity. If you feel pain in one of your teeth, it could likely be from a cavity, and here are several things to know about this type of pain and what you can do to treat it. The pain cavities cause For starters, you should know that there are times when you might have cavities and experience no pain whatsoever.

Are You Looking For A New Dentist?
Have you recently moved into a new town or city? Or, it may be that you've moved to a neighborhood that is far from your previous one, though in the same city. No matter the reason for your move, you may want to find a new family dentist.  If that's the case, here are some ideas that might help you, from finding out about family dentistry services in your area to meeting the dentist and the office staff in person.

Your Child Needs Lots Of Dental Care: What Should You Do?
If you have a child who needs multiple fillings or other dental work, you can feel at a loss as to how to get all that dental work done. On the one hand, you want to have your child undergo as few sessions as possible to fix their teeth. On the other hand, you don't want to overly stress your young one's body as they try to cope with their dental woes.

Choosing a Dental Bridge? Let These 3 Questions Guide Your Selection
That long-dreaded moment has finally arrived—the loss of one or more teeth due to an accident, disease, or surgically-necessary extraction. If looking into a mirror or smiling in public causes you no end of embarrassment, or if eating has become a struggle instead of a pleasure, it's time to look at filling that gap in your mouth. Dental bridges have proven a popular and successful technique for doing just that. But before you leap into the decision to enlist dental bridge services in your area, answer the following three questions to help you make the perfect tooth replacement choice for your needs.

How To Recover From A Root Canal
Having a cavity is one thing, but having an infection in the root of your tooth is another. When bacteria gets inside of the pulp underneath your tooth, it can cause pain, swelling, and irritation. Typically, to get rid of bacteria and infection, your dentist will perform a procedure called a root canal. During a root canal procedure, your dentist will remove the pulp in your tooth and all of the bacteria.