Teeth are considered to be living things, which means that they are able to die. Teeth that are referred to as dead or rotten are teeth that have no blood flowing to it. A dead or rotten tooth can also … Continued
For more than a century, dentists have used silver fillings, or fillings made from amalgam. Fillings made from amalgam are fifty percent mercury, with other metals like copper, tin, and zinc that make up the rest. Amalgam or silver fillings … Continued
What exactly is included with routine dental care may not be known to everyone. But, what we do know is that in order to keep in good oral health, a person needs to experience routine dental care. And, when your … Continued
We all know that a great looking smile makes a very good first impression. There is something about a beautiful show of pearly white teeth that is quite impressive. But, how does a person maintain a beautiful smile? By taking … Continued
The average adult will require at least one dental filling at some point, even if they have excellent oral health and still see their dentist every six months. A dental filling is what fills a cavity or small hole in … Continued
Tooth decay is what is responsible for cavities forming in your teeth. And, many patients assume that if they have a cavity developing, that the tooth that has the cavity is a lost cause. After all, it is pretty common … Continued
Dental fillings have been used to restore teeth for many, many years. In the past, silver fillings were carefully placed into teeth that were facing decay. The belief was that this silver filling would stop the decay of the affected … Continued
Most of us will get a cavity or two in our lifetime. A cavity is a small hole that forms in the teeth that is caused by tooth decay. Tooth decay is caused by plaque or the buildup of food … Continued
A dental emergency happens when there is an issue involving your teeth and the supporting tissues that require immediate attention from your dentist. Although not all dental emergencies are painful, pain tends to be the most common symptom of a … Continued
Dental emergencies occur all the time, perhaps you chip or break a tooth, or lose a tooth completely due to a bad fall or sports injury. But, how does a person know what an actual dental emergency is, and what … Continued