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Dental Procedure Pain: Get the Facts

I recently visited the dentist and received the news that I needed a root canal. Even though I care for my teeth well, a filling I had as a child fell out one day without me noticing. (I have a bad habit of chewing on ice...) I didn't have it replaced for months, so the root canal was needed to restore the tooth. I was so scared! I had heard the stories of root canals being painful, and I hesitantly had the work done expecting the worst. I was in shock that I had virtually no pain during, or after, the procedure when I took my medications as prescribed. I created this blog to help others who are putting off dental work in fear of pain. I learned that the stories I heard were greatly exaggerated or just "old wives tales" about root canal pain. Don't be afraid!

Latest Posts

All About Mouthguards: Playing Contact Sports When You Have Braces

Posted on January 14, 2022

The final results of orthodontic work represent a significant commitment from the patient. This is not only the money that the treatment costs, but the amount of time you've invested in the treatment—whether this is traditional braces or transparent aligners (also called invisible braces). Protecting your teeth (along with the orthodontic appliance attached to them) should be a paramount concern during your treatment. So does this mean contact sports should be avoided when you have braces? [Read More]

Your Comprehensive Guide To Dental Extractions

Posted on December 2, 2021

Are you considering a dental extraction? It is easy to change your mind if you have had a friend narrate their ordeal about their tooth extraction experience. However, understanding everything about the tooth extraction process will help you prepare better. Here is a detailed guide on everything about dental extraction. Why Would You Need a Dental Extraction? Different circumstances would cause you to need a tooth extraction, but the main cause is a decayed tooth. [Read More]

Dental Applications That Are Used With Dental Implants

Posted on October 26, 2021

Dental implants can be used in multiple ways to restore lost teeth. The devices are embedded in the bone of the jaw, where they undergo a process called osseointegration. Osseointegration is the connecting of the implant to the bone tissue. Once the implant has been placed, bone cells grow to fill the spaces between the implanted device and the jawbone. Osseointegration usually takes several months to complete. After the implant has integrated with the bone material, the device is securely stabilized in the jawbone. [Read More]

Partial Dentures: Why Consider Them?

Posted on September 16, 2021

When you think of dentures, you often think of having a whole set of teeth comically clacking about. The reality is this: not everyone needs a whole set of dentures, and of those who do need dentures, they may only be necessary on the upper quadrants of the mouth and not the lower. If you have several teeth that are missing, dead, dying, or need to be removed, then it's time to start thinking of dentures as an alternative to your traditional smile. [Read More]