An impacted wisdom tooth is a dental concern because this condition causes the third molar — most adults have four of these molars, two on top and two on the bottom — to come in at an angle or have issues erupting completely. The main cause of impacted wisdom teeth, which can affect all the teeth or only a few,... read more »

Dental crowns are used to fully cap over a damaged, weak, or misshapen tooth. Crowns add strength and restore your tooth's appearance. A crown may be used to repair a cracked tooth or strengthen a tooth with a large filling. Discolored or poorly shaped teeth can be improved with dental crowns. Crowns are also used to cover dental implants. If several... read more »

Dental fillings are used to restore healthy function when a tooth is compromised by injury or decay, preventing further damage. While fillings are quite durable, they are not indestructible. Most dental fillings will eventually need to be replaced. Years ago, your only option to repair a compromised tooth was to have your dentist remove the decay and fill your tooth... read more »

Our bodies respond to stress with a multitude of uncomfortable sensations, including sweating palms, nervous tension, or a rapid heartbeat. In general, people tend to avoid situations that make them uncomfortable, fearful or anxious. Even when they are in a significant amount of pain, many people avoid visiting their dentist because of anxiety, fear, and dental phobias. Sedation dentistry is... read more »

Tooth loss from injury, wear, or disease affects much more than the appearance of your smile. Missing teeth can cause a significant blow to your overall health. Until the introduction of dental implants, those with several missing teeth had the choice of a partial denture or a bridge. Both options can damage adjacent teeth. Those who needed an entire upper... read more »

A dental implant is an artificial tooth designed to permanently replace a missing tooth. They are often constructed of bone-like materials such as titanium. Dental implants are custom to your jaw to support a complete set of dentures. Whether it be due to an accident, gum disease, a failed root canal or tooth decay, statistics from the American Association of Oral... read more »

For some, the very idea of a root canal is anxiety-provoking. However, what if we told you that root canal therapy is an effective, comfortable, and safe procedure? That it's performed on millions of people every year? That it can help save your teeth, minimize pain, and restore a confident smile? It's true: root canal therapy, despite some common myths and misconceptions,... read more »