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How to Find Free or Low Cost Alternatives to Dental Insurance
At the ER you can get prescriptions for antibiotics to address an infection, and pain medication to get you through the next few days. You might be able to get a tooth removed, if there is a dentist on staff. What you are unlikely to get is a comprehensive solution to your dental problems.
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Bad Breath: Is Mouthwash Necessary?
Mouthwash promises to prevent cavities, whiten your teeth, kill germs that cause plaque and gingivitis, prevent tartar buildup, calm down sensitive teeth and gums, and freshen your breath. For the most part, mouthwash does deliver on these promises. But unless your dentist advises you to use it, rinsing with mouthwash isn’t necessary for good oral health.
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Sedation Dentistry Explained
Sedation dentistry is intended to make dental treatment far less stressful for the patient. If you have a dental phobia with spending hours in your dentist’s chair in order to get your smile back in shape, sedation dentistry may be something you want to explore.
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Do I Really Need to Use Toothpaste?
Brushing your teeth with a product designed to make your mouth feel fresh is a pleasure. But from a practical standpoint, that minty paste isn’t as necessary as you think. You can remove food debris and plaque from your teeth without toothpaste.
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Root Canal Treatment for Kids: What You Need to Know
If baby teeth fall out eventually anyway, why would a dentist ever recommend root canal treatment for children? Plenty of good reasons, which you can read about here.
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What To Do If My Wisdom Tooth Is Impacted?
The last four molars to grow in (sometime during young adulthood) are called wisdom teeth—and it is often wise to remove them. Find out why, and what’s involved.
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Having a Tooth Extracted & What To Expect
The practice of dentistry is focused on saving teeth, but that isn’t always possible. Find out why it might be necessary to remove a tooth, and what the procedure involves.
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Do I Need Gum Surgery?
When aggressive gum disease takes hold, it can cause serious problems in your mouth. Periodontal (gum) surgery can be an effective way to control the disease bacteria and prevent future problems.
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How To Prevent Periodontal Disease
Gum disease may be a common problem—but that doesn’t mean it’s harmless: In fact, it’s the leading cause of tooth loss in adults. Learn how to recognize and fight gum disease.
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Do I Need Cosmetic Gum Surgery?
Gums that aren’t in proportion to the teeth can keep your smile from looking its best. If you have a “gummy smile” or look “long in the tooth,” cosmetic gum surgery can create a more balanced smile.
