Root canal therapy is necessary when a patient’s root canal becomes infected. Treatment removes the infected pulp from the root canal and then seals it to prevent re-infection. But how does a root canal become infected in the first place? There are a number of potential causes of this problem. When a tooth is cracked…
Do you find that your face and jaw hurt? Perhaps you experience jaw pain when you eat. Whatever your specific pain symptoms might be, it is important to know that jaw pain is not a normal occurrence. In fact, experiencing jaw pain could be a symptom of other problems such as TMJ disorder or occlusal…
When is the last time you had a tooth cleaning? Professional dental cleanings are an integral part of evaluating oral health and preventing disease. Every person should receive two dental cleanings a year, spaced apart every six months. Our family dentist strives to prevent disease with comfortable, non-invasive treatments such as a tooth cleaning. Why…