Cracked teeth are more common than you might think. They can happen whenever you bite or chew on something hard, experience any trauma to the face, and over time, grinding can cause cracks. These cracks can range from minor surface lines to severe fractures that require immediate attention. Fortunately, your dentist can help—but how do […]
How long it may take to fill a cavity can depend on various factors such as size, depth, location, type of filling, and your dentist’s protocol. It can take approximately 20 minutes—1 hour to fill a cavity. […]
Usually, you can expect the sensation to fade within a few hours. But sometimes, it may take until the next morning for your mouth to feel completely normal again. Shorting-acting local anesthetic can last 1–3 hours, long-lasting local anesthetic can last 2–5 hours, and extra long-lasting local anesthetic can last up to 8 hours. […]
Expect a change in your eating habits when recovering from wisdom teeth surgery. Scrambled eggs, broth, smoothies, and other soft foods should make up your diet as you recover from surgery […]
When it comes to your dental health, one thing that worries many people is the question of whether or not they need to have their wisdom teeth removed. Fortunately, not everybody needs to have these teeth removed, but if your wisdom teeth are impacted and causing disease processes, your dentist may recommend removing them to […]
A cavity can seem insignificant at first, but putting off a visit to your dentist can lead to complications. Ignoring a cavity can cause an infection requiring swift dental care. If necessary, can your dentist pull an infected tooth? In short, yes, your dentist can pull an infected tooth, as long as they have the […]
Wisdom teeth catch some of our patients by surprise. Many of our young patients in highschool are surprised to learn they have another set of molars about to erupt, remembering that they were in middle school when the last set came in. They’re called wisdom teeth because they come in quite a bit later than […]
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