Many patients who go to see their dentist for cavity treatment will have their oral health issues addressed without the need for root canal treatment. If dental decay is caught in time, the treatment can involve nothing more than the removal of decay and the placement of a dental filling. The reason root canals are… Read more »
Category: Restorative Dentistry
A Same-Day Crown Can Keep An Injured Tooth Safe
Dental enamel is a remarkably strong substance, which is why tooth injuries are not a frequent issue even as we continue to wear them down by biting and chewing on a daily basis. With that said, problems do sometimes occur, and an injury can leave you with a serious oral health problem. Our Greenville, TX… Read more »
How Nightly Teeth Grinding Leads To Smile Problems
If you continue to wake up with jaw pain and sensitivity, it is time to start worrying about bruxism. People who have ongoing issues with bruxism will grind or clench their jaw during rest, which leads to progressive wear and tear on the teeth as well as stress on your jaw. Over time, this can… Read more »
Creating A Crown In Just One Visit
When you have a cavity or an infection, or should a dental emergency such as cracked or chipped tooth develop, then you may need a crown. Fortunately, your Greenville, TX, dentist not only offers dental restorations, but we use advanced technology to create them in a single visit. In today’s blog, we’re talking about the… Read more »
Preventing Cavities And Dental Infections From Home
Since we’re currently limiting our treatments to emergency care, you won’t be able to attend a routine cleaning and exam for the time being. However, that doesn’t mean your oral health has to suffer. In today’s blog, your Greenville, TX, dentist is talking about how you can safeguard your smile from home, and when to… Read more »
Dental Infections Need Attention
Bacteria are naturally present in your mouth, and when you fail to clean your teeth and gums adequately, the bacteria can build up over time. Eventually, the acid produced by bacteria will cause serious oral health issues. Those problems will compound over time the longer you wait to seek treatment. Dental infections — cavities and… Read more »
Getting a Dental Crown in Just One Day
Finding an oral health issue can cause many patients to become anxious. If you’re someone who already experiences anxiety related to dental visits, worrying that you may need a filling or more serious treatment can cause you to delay scheduling your appointment. This, in turn, will only make your problems worse when you do ultimately… Read more »
Saving Your Tooth with Root Canal Therapy
Don’t postpone dental treatment when you need to repair an issue with your teeth. In almost every case, the longer you wait, the worse your condition will get. This is especially true with cavities. If you delay the treatment of a cavity, that cavity will get larger and more destructive to the structure of your… Read more »
Dental Fillings Save Damaged Teeth
Your teeth are tough and durable, but that doesn’t mean that they’re invincible. Without proper care, your teeth can become infected by bacteria. Bacteria are naturally present in your mouth, and when they build up in small colonies, they can start to do serious damage. As bacteria grow, they produce harmful acid that wears down… Read more »
Addressing Your Dental Anxiety
Do you feel anxious when thinking about visiting the dentist? Well, you’re not alone. Plenty of people have dental anxiety, with some having fear so severe they avoid even minor checkups and cleanings. However, we don’t want these fears to stand between people and the beautiful, healthy smiles they deserve. To help people with fears… Read more »