Root canal or endodontic therapy can help in restoring a badly infected, decayed tooth. It has become painless and straightforward due to the advancements in dental technologies. The patient needs to visit the dental office once or twice to complete … Continued
Data released by the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry suggests that a considerable percentage of the population thinks maintaining good oral health is crucial. However, nearly 74 percent of the people fail to take their kids to a dental office … Continued
Parents prefer to remain aware of the health issues that their kids might face. Unfortunately, oral health often remains ignored. There is a belief that baby teeth do not need much care as they would be automatically replaced by permanent … Continued
Periodontal diseases are also known as gum disease or periodontitis. The medical condition affects the tissues surrounding the tooth as well as the jawbone in its advanced stages. If left untreated, the gum inflammation (gingivitis) can turn into periodontitis, a … Continued
The temporomandibular joint, often referred to as TMJ, is a hinge that plays a crucial role in the functioning of the mouth by connecting the upper jaw with the lower one. The structure of this joint is located next to … Continued
Procedures like tooth extraction, root canals, fillings, cleaning, etc. are covered under general or orthodontic dentistry. On the other hand, treatments that deal with dental imperfections like misshapen, misaligned, cracked, missing, or broken teeth are a part of cosmetic dentistry. … Continued
In spite of much awareness regarding the importance of oral hygiene, millions of Americans suffer due to tooth decay, and periodontal diseases. Fortunately, thanks to the overall improvement in dental science, damaged and even missing teeth in the mouth can … Continued