
Tooth Trauma – Uncomplicated Crown Fracture – What Now?
Tooth trauma can happen at any time. It could happen during a sports game, a car accident or as a result of something as simple

After the Root Canal
If you have a root canal scheduled with our office, congratulations! You have taken an important first step toward saving your tooth and, thus, your

Preventing Oral Cancer
While we cannot all necessarily prevent cancer from happening, with most cancers, including oral, head and neck cancers, there are things that you can do

Tooth Sensitivity: What it Means and What You Can Do
You’re eating a scoop of ice cream or sipping hot chocolate, and suddenly your tooth hurts. Or maybe brushing your teeth makes you wince. These

Tooth Trauma – Avulsion – What Now?
Your son is playing a championship game against the team he’s waited all season to play. The score is tied, and as the minutes wind

Gum Disease Risk Factors
Here’s a concerning statistic: according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 70% of Americans who are over the age of 65 have gum

3D Imaging: The Standard in Endodontic Care
The future of dental imaging has arrived, right here in our office! 3D imaging is increasingly becoming the standard in endodontic care. In fact, from

Getting to the Root of An Apicoectomy
Just saying the word “Apicoectomy” is a mouthful! But don’t be put off by the name, it’s a simple and routine procedure that is effective

Food Tips for Healthy Teeth
We all know that foods high in sugar and acid are bad for teeth, but did you know that some foods are actually good for

No Root Canal? What’s the Worst that Could Happen?
Have you ever wondered: “Do I have to have root canal therapy? What’s the worst that can happen if I don’t?” We are glad you

Microsurgery: Better than Ever Before
Over the last 10-15 years, the field of endodontics has changed dramatically with considerable improvements in particular in the area of endodontic surgery! In fact,

It’s Alive! Your Tooth, that is!
People often wonder, “How does a tooth get to the point of infection?” It’s a common misconception that teeth are not alive. That belief leads

Endodontic Retreatment: When Root Canals Fail
As with any dental or medical procedure, occasionally, endodontic treatment does not live up to its expected results and the root has to undergo retreatment.

The Many Faces of Tooth Pain
Many people think that a painful tooth means they need a root canal treatment. While that is sometimes true, it’s not always the case. In

The Science Behind Oral Cancer
Can drinking coffee really help prevent oral cancer? What about different types of foods? Numerous studies have been published that claim certain foods and drinks

Facial Injuries – What Do I Do?
It’s important to know what to do when you or someone close to you has been injured, especially when it comes to facial injuries. The

What Is An Apicoectomy?
“What is an Apicoectomy? Is it surgery? Is it painful? And why do I have to have one?” In our practice, we hear these question