When possible, we will repair a tooth with a restoration, such as a crown, when damage is sustained or decay/infection develops. However, if an issue or injury occurs that cannot be restored with a crown or filling, then extraction could protect your smile. Our Albany, NY dental office discusses when teeth need to be removed, and…
DetailsAn infected tooth means major discomfort and without treatment, the risk of losing the tooth altogether. To prevent missing teeth, you need an endodontic treatment that can actually stop discomfort and preserve your tooth. Our Albany, NY dental office can offer smile preservation with root canal therapy.
Minor problems with teeth that are discolored, damaged, or out of place can have a notable impact on the way you look. When a tooth is absent, concerns about your appearance can be significant enough to hide your smile and teeth as often as possible. What you also have to contend with are the oral…
DetailsAn effective oral hygiene routine defends you against threats like gum disease and tooth decay while preserving your confident smile. It is important that you combine good habits at home with the protection offered by professional dental cleanings. During these cleanings, your hygienist can fight tartar buildup, care for harder to reach areas, and give…
DetailsPortrait of young guy, handsome frightened man is suffering from strong teeth or tooth pain in dental office at clinic lying, having a seat in medical chair after dentist treatment holding his cheekIs it really necessary to have a tooth extracted? The goal during restorative work is to provide full treatment while minimizing the changes…
DetailsWhile it may sound like something out of a science fiction film, laser dentistry has been available on the American market for over thirty years. Not long after the first ruby laser was created in 1960, dental researchers quickly began to notice the possibilities that are available through the use of this technology. Over the…
DetailsDoes your smile light up a room? Are you confident that your teeth make the right first impression when you meet someone new? These questions are not the same as asking if you are confident in your oral health. Different issues can affect the way we look when we smile and speak, and not all…
DetailsHearing that you need a root canal treatment can be less than thrilling. It can make you embarrassed over the state of your oral health as well as concerned for what your treatment will involve. While a problem that makes this care necessary should not be taken lightly, your treatment is not something to avoid.…
DetailsYour role in your child’s life remains important through the years, though it will change in significant ways as they grow and mature. When it comes to protecting their smile, you will be the one responsible for protecting them against cavities, gum disease, and other threats until they are old enough to confidently brush and…
DetailsYou already understand the importance of having a great at-home oral health routine. You know that brushing twice daily is recommended. But with so many different kinds and designs of toothbrushes on the market these days, it can be tough to know which options are best. If you’re on the fence about changing toothbrushes, these…
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