Dentistry Blogs

If you have ever been in a situation where you need an emergency dentist, you know that it is not the easiest thing to identify and go to one when you are already in an emergency dental situation. Dental accidents happen, just like regular accidents, when people least expect them and often on their leisure time. Most people have no idea who they would call under these circumstances which often leads to panic. It is important to know how to find...

At first, having orthodontic treatment may take a little getting used to. It isn't uncommon to experience a bit of soreness when appliances are first put on, or some minor aches as teeth begin moving into new positions. Yet it's comforting to know that genuine orthodontic emergencies are rare.If you think you may have an emergency, however, the first step is to determine the severity of the problem: Is it an urgent situation that requires...

When we don't produce enough saliva, the mouth gets dry and uncomfortable. Dry mouth or xerostomia is common in older people affecting around one in five elderly people. Saliva moistens and cleanses the mouth, helps to process food and prevents infection by controlling bacteria and fungi in the mouth. Some people mistake thirst for dry mouth, but the causes are different.Dry mouth can cause discomfort, affect speech and swallowing, affect...

Both long-standing and new patients ask these types of questions. Patients can be unhappy when presented with the fact that oral conditions indicate a “cleaning” will not be sufficient to take care of their problems.What do you say to their questions? How does your periodontist respond? Is the staff prepared to deal with the need for comprehensive treatment explanations delivered to skeptical patients? Be prepared! You can answer your...