preparing for unpredictable dental injuries

Posted on: 18 March 2022

Every parent would likely love for their child to go through their childhood without developing a single cavity. However, this is very often not what ends up happening. Whether due to poor oral hygiene, genetic factors, or something else, many children will experience a cavity before they become adults. If your child has already had more than one cavity, chances are you want to do anything you can to help prevent it from happening again. [Read More]

Posted on: 9 February 2022

According to Healthline, most babies get their first tooth anywhere between four and seven months. Teething is a long process and can be very distressing and painful for your baby. Caring for these new teeth is critical because, although these baby teeth will eventually fall out, these teeth are an important placeholder and needed for proper development of speech. Here are a few dos and don'ts of caring for your baby's teeth. [Read More]

Posted on: 29 December 2021

Some dental patients dread nothing more than being told they need a tooth extraction. Luckily, most of the anxiety-causing myths and rumors about tooth extraction simply aren't true. This guide will strive to separate fact from fiction so you can prepare for a tooth extraction with the right mindset. Myth 1: Removing a Tooth is Painful If you're like many dental patients, you may be hesitant to commit to a tooth extraction due to concerns about the pain that may come with it. [Read More]

Posted on: 12 November 2021

Depending on the amount of damage that a tooth suffers, it might be necessary to protect it with a dental crown. One of these crowns can help to protect the tooth from the forces generated by biting and other potential sources of stress as well as keeping bacteria from further weakening damaged areas of the tooth. Same-Day Crowns Can Be A Durable Option While patients may assume that it will always take their dental crown several days or longer to be created, there are some dental clinics that have the equipment to make one of these crowns onsite. [Read More]