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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

2018

What to Do if You Don't Qualify for Invisible Braces
Invisible braces are one of the most popular methods of straightening teeth due to the ability to remove them whenever you need to, and of course, because they're nearly impossible to detect. However, not everyone will qualify for invisible braces due to the needs of their teeth. Read on to learn more about why you might not qualify for invisible braces and what options you have if invisible braces won't work for you.

3 Important Things To Do When Preparing For Invasive Dental Procedures
Dental care has come a long way since the American Dental Association (ADA) was created back in 1859. But even with improvements in techniques, tools, and technology, invasive dental procedures are still dreaded by many patients. Luckily, there are some preparations that dental patients can make before their procedure to improve their comfort level and speed their healing times after tooth extractions and dental implants. If your dentist has scheduled you for an invasive dental procedure, doing the following things can help you enjoy a less stressful and more comfortable experience.