Remember, following a root canal, you will most likely be wearing a temporary crown for a few days. During this time, it’s best to avoid sticky foods and candy, as they can dislodge your crown.
Dentures, no matter how custom fitting and comfortable, can hide evidence of oral pathology. This is one reason why it is important for denture wearers to have an annual oral tissue examination done by your dentist.
Have you recently injured your tooth? You could have damage to the soft tissue in the root. An endodontist can help determine the extent of the injury to the root.
We understand that anxiety is common for many dental patients. We have a number of different ways to ensure that your treatment is pain-free and we can explain all of those options.
Dentists provide care of a patient’s teeth, gums and mouth, as well as give advice on dietary matters than can affect one’s dental health. All states require that dentists be licensed. Though requirements vary, most states require a dental degree and clinical and written exams.
Elephants have the largest teeth of any animal in the world. Their tusks are actually incisors that come from the upper jaw, and only two-thirds of them are visible. The heaviest pair of tusks ever recorded weighed over 400 pounds.