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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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2015

Why You Might Want To Try Sedation Dentistry
If you are getting a little nervous about your upcoming dentist appointment – to the point that you are considering canceling it – you might want to consider getting sedated for the procedure. Talk to your dentist prior to your visit to see if this is something that would work for you. If you are still not sure if this something you would want, check out the following ways it can benefit you.

If Your Toothbrush Could Talk
Your toothbrush quietly goes about the daily work of getting rid of food particles, rinsing away bacteria between your teeth and keeping your pearly whites sparkling. You probably don't give your toothbrush much thought once you've cleaned your teeth and put it away, but take a closer look and you'll realize that your toothbrush has much to tell you. It would be a wise choice to listen attentively -- it's for your own good.