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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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2019

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.

3 Signs It Is Time To See Your Dentist
You should see your dentist on a regular basis. However, that isn't always possible. If you have not seen your dentist recently, here are a few signs that you should schedule an appointment soon. #1 Your Mouth Feels Sensitive Your mouth should not feel sensitive during normal day to day activities if you have not experienced any trauma to your mouth. If you start to feel random pain in your mouth, or you start to notice areas in your mouth that feel more sensitive than others, your body is letting you know that something is wrong with your mouth.

3 Faqs About Dental Implants
If you have missing teeth, there are a variety of options to consider if you want to restore your smile. If all or most of your teeth are missing, you might want to go with a complete set of dentures. However, if only a few of your teeth are missing, one option is a partial denture. If you would prefer to stay away from dentures altogether, dental implants might be your best choice.

Why Get Veneers On Your Otherwise Healthy Teeth?
You are considering getting veneers on your teeth, even though you don't really have any oral health issues. Your gum tissue is vital and pink with no sign of infection. You have no cavities or teeth that are decaying. You have all your teeth, and any dental work you've ever needed you get done right away to avoid any potential issues in the future. In short, you and your dentist work hard to keep your teeth healthy and strong.

Keep Your Baby's Teeth Healthy By Avoiding Pacifiers And Bedtime Bottles
When infants are born, their sucking reflex is strong. In fact, this important reflex developed while they were still yet in the womb, which is why it's not uncommon to see a fetus sucking his or her thumb on an ultrasound picture. While the sucking reflex is required to nurse or drink from a bottle, an infant can also become "addicted" to sucking. Many parents inadvertently feed this addiction by giving the baby a pacifier or allowing them to go to sleep with a bottle.

Nervous About Going To The Dentist? Try These Tips To Reduce Your Anxiety
One of the things many people truly despise doing is going to the dentist. It' common for lots of individuals to suffer from dental phobia. If you're in this group, you may have to do a lot of self-talk to get you to your dentist. Fortunately, there are significant ways that can help you feel better and less stressed during your next visit. 1.    Go to the same provider