Have you recently noticed as spring has sprung that your teeth hurt? That you almost wish you could just pop them right out of place because of some serious pressure going on beneath them? If so, you may find yourself frantically worrying about whether you’ve suddenly experienced widespread decay or infection. While it’s always good to come see us for a dental visit, we have some relief for you in the form of answers to questions about your smile sensitivity this spring.
Cracked Teeth: Do They Require Extractions?
If you notice a crack in your tooth, does that mean you need an immediate dental extraction? Not exactly. As you might have already guessed, there are many different types of cracks and injuries that your teeth may incur. Some, of course, are much more severe than others. While removing a tooth that we cannot save through any other means is a solution that can protect your oral health, this is a last resort (not an immediate decision). Learn more!
Can I Afford Dental Surgery?
While you believe that the diagnosis and suggestion for surgery we offer you is accurate, your mind may not remain focused on your mouth. Instead, you may stop thinking about dental surgery and its benefits for a while and begin wondering if you can actually afford it. Good news: You can.
3 Facts About IV Sedation
Learning about dental sedation will bring up a lot of questions. Of course, you want to choose the best solution to address your dental anxiety or to help you peacefully make it through a procedure you’re not too excited about. While we will be thrilled to talk with you about your options, we focus today on some helpful details regarding IV sedation, so you can more easily distinguish between different choices.
When You Need Post-Extraction Replacement
For many patients, there’s some confusion regarding whether or not a dental extraction will lead to the need for tooth replacement. The answer can be “yes” or it can be “no” depending on the reason for your extraction. Not sure you know if the tooth you need removed is essential to your bite, balance, beauty, and dental health or if it’s free to be removed without replacement? We can help you sort out the facts very quickly!
Oral Surgery: Reasons To Relax
If you need oral surgery and you are at all prone to worry or anxiety, you might be feeling one or both right about now. While we completely understand feeling uneasy about surgical procedures (particularly if you’ve never had one), we would like to offer you all the reassurance in the world! Not only is this not something worth feeling concerned about but you can truly expect a relaxing experience. Find out more regarding why you can remain calm and even optimistic.
Wisdom Teeth Quiz: True or False?
It’s understandable that you may not know much about your wisdom teeth. After all, some people don’t have them, some people have an easy experience with them, and they show up later than your other teeth. However, it’s important that you do become familiar with these third molars because if they do present any type of problem, choosing to remove them is always to your benefit. Ready to see what you do know, what you don’t know, and to learn a thing or two? A quiz should help.
Q&A: Helping You Feel A-OK About A Biopsy
We know that scheduling a biopsy for your oral health can cause you to feel uneasy. We know, as well, that you might have a lot of questions running through your mind. So many, in fact, that you might hesitate to schedule this necessary visit. As a result, we would love to answer the frequent questions we receive from patients, so you recognize that there’s no reason to feel anything but relaxed at the thought of protecting your oral health.
3 Risks Of Avoiding Emergency Dental Care
When you find yourself in need of emergency dental care but you end up talking yourself out of it, you may be putting yourself in harm’s way. Beyond the problem or damage that has already occurred, complications can quickly arise that may become moderate to severe, which means choosing care is always the right choice. Consider some of those potential risks, so you realize you really should call us when you need us.
Tired Of Dentures, Not Ready For Implants?
When you’re tired of wearing your partial dentures because you would like more stability but you are not ready to move onto dental implants, you may feel a bit stuck. What to do now, you wonder to yourself? Fortunately, we offer a nice middle-of-the-road choice. Individuals under these circumstances may be able to rely on dental bridges. Not sure you’re a candidate but this sounds like an option? Find out more regarding how to qualify (and remember to come see us).
