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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

How Your Family Dentist Might Help Save Your Teeth When You Have Bulimia

Posted on August 3, 2022

If you're struggling with bulimia, your family dentist may be the first to know since frequent vomiting affects your teeth and gums. The condition could cause you to lose your teeth or create the need for expensive dental treatments, so working with your dentist is important for your oral health. At first, the treatments may be geared toward protecting your teeth from further damage while you work on your eating disorder. [Read More]

The Top 5 Benefits Of Dental Implant Supported Dentures

Posted on June 24, 2022

Whether you are simply replacing a few teeth or require a full set of dentures, the fact is that dentures supported by dental implants are often the best option available. This is because implant-supported dentures offer a wide variety of benefits that traditional dentures cannot. You can learn more about several of these benefits below.  Benefit #1: Stronger Bite Strength One of the biggest problems that many denture wearers encounter is a loss of bite strength when transitioning from their natural teeth to their new dentures. [Read More]

5 Things To Know About Dental Sealants

Posted on May 18, 2022

Does your child now have their adult molars, and you are wondering if they should get dental sealants? If so, it will help to know the following things about them. What Are Dental Sealants? Dental sealants are made of a composite resin material that is placed on the chewing surface of a person's rear molars. They are made out of a thin layer of composite resin, and they act as a protective barrier on the tooth that prevents the tooth from decaying. [Read More]

3 Top Factors That Determine If You Are Eligible For Dental Implants Or Not

Posted on April 5, 2022

When your teeth are missing, eating and smiling can be an issue since you may not want people to see the unsightly gaps in your teeth. Consequently, you can become less confident and choose to stay away from crowds. However, you don't have to go through this frustration anymore since dental implants can now replace your missing teeth and bring back your confidence. However, your dentist will have to check various crucial factors to determine if a dental implant will work for you or not. [Read More]