GENERAL DENTISTRY

What is a filling? Fillings are used to repair decayed teeth and cavities by “filling” in the holes and gaps in the tooth’s enamel. Are dental fillings painful? Local or topical anesthetic is used to make the experience painless as it numbs the area where the filling is taking place. However, the pain depends on […]

What is Gum Disease? Periodontal disease, commonly known as gum disease is a dental condition that affects one in every two American adults of age 30 and above. Even though it is least considered, it is the main reason behind tooth loss in adults. Studies have also shown the connection between Periodontal disease and systemic

Do deep cleanings make your teeth loose? No, deep cleanings do not result in detachment between your teeth and gums. Deep cleanings are meant to slow down the progression of gum disease. Why are dental cleanings important? Dental cleanings are important because they remove plaque and tartar from your teeth that can lead to more

What problems do wisdom teeth cause? Impacted wisdom teeth can cause severe pain and swelling. It can even lead to your other teeth shifting and overlapping one another. Additionally, wisdom teeth are more vulnerable to gum disease and decay as they are hard to clean. Is wisdom teeth removal painful? No, wisdom teeth removal should

Are you awake for a root canal? Yes. During a root canal treatment, a local anesthetic is injected into the gums. This anesthetic helps you from feeling any pain and allows for a comfortable procedure. What happens if you don’t fix a root canal? If left untreated, the bacterial infection could get worse and spread

Which is better: a filling or a crown? If left untreated, tooth decay can get deeper and larger. If found at an early stage, a cavity can be treated with just a filling. However, if a large portion of the tooth is decayed, the dentist may recommend a crown to protect the tooth from further

What is a deep cleaning or root planning and scaling? Deep cleaning, also known as root planning and scaling, is a procedure that focuses on removing tartar and plaque from below your gun line and on the outer surface of the roots. Does a deep cleaning hurt?  Although it may cause a little discomfort, before

What is a root canal? A root canal is a procedure used to treat a tooth that has bacteria causing inflammation and irritation to the pulp of the tooth. What happens during a root canal? When a root canal procedure is performed the procedure starts with the dentist using a local anesthetic to numb the

What are wisdom teeth? Wisdom teeth, also known as the third molars are the last set of teeth to erupt in the very back of the mouth. They are non-essential in daily functions such as eating and chewing. When do wisdom teeth usually appear? Wisdom teeth typically erupt anywhere between the ages of 17-25 Does

Does a crown procedure hurt? Just like any dental procedure, before the dentist begins you will be given a topical anesthetic and local anesthetic to provide the most pain-free treatment available. Why do I need a Crown? Crowns are typically recommended when a person’s natural tooth has either been cracked, decayed, or is heavily discolored.