Everything You Need to Know About Root Canal Treatment
Worried about getting a root canal? There really isn’t anything to worry about; a root canal is a fairly simple and painless procedure. Here’s everything you need to know to assuage your fears and find out how a root canal can help. For many, a…
If You Hate Floss, It’s O.K. to Try These Alternatives
Experts with the A.D.A. and the C.D.C. told us five things to try if you hate regular floss — and what you should avoid. My dental hygienist and I have a longstanding, unspoken agreement: I won’t get any cavities, and she’ll pretend to believe me…
Dental Emergencies – What if I break a tooth?
Accidents happen, and knowing what to do when one occurs can mean the difference between saving and losing a tooth. For all dental emergencies, it’s important to visit your dentist as soon as possible. Most dentists reserve time in their daily schedules for emergency patients…
New Study Shows Root Canal Treatment’s Bad Rap May Become a Thing of the Past
CHICAGO – Have you ever heard the phrase, “worse than a root canal?” Chances are you have, but thanks likely to modern advancements in technology and the advanced training of root canal specialists known as endodontists, it turns out that cliché analogy may not ring as…
How long will pain last after root canal?
Most people associate having a root canal with a lot of pain and discomfort. However, while most people can expect some discomfort during and after a root canal procedure, excessive pain is not normal Modern technology and the use of anesthetics make this procedure quick,…
Root Canal: The Whole Truth
Believe it or not, plenty of things are more painful than a root canal. The perception that root canals are horrible and painful procedures actually came from comedian Johnny Carson and a joke he would commonly make. Endodontist Robert Richards, DDS, of the University of Utah…
Your natural teeth are worth saving
(BPT) – The human body is something to marvel at, but sometimes we take it for granted. Some things, like your natural teeth, are truly worth the effort to take care of and preserve. And most Americans agree. A recent survey conducted by the American Association of Endodontists revealed…
Thousands Partake in American Association of Endodontists’ Annual Meeting in Montréal
CHICAGO – Over 4,200 dental professionals and other oral health care providers attended the American Association of Endodontists‘ annual meeting in Montréal, April 10-13. The event, known as AAE19, was the premier go-to giving endodontists, dentists and other providers of oral health care a venue…
Let’s get to the root of root canal
More than 15 million root canals are performed every year, according to the American Association of Endodontists. Although millions of people undergo the procedure annually, it still suffers from many misconceptions. A Loma Linda University Health endodontist provided some facts about root canals. A root canal…
Mouth sores: Everything you need to know
There are many potential causes of mouth sores. When these sores appear, they are often painful and can make everyday activities, such as brushing the teeth or eating hot food, more difficult. In most cases, mild irritation causes a sore to appear. Avoiding the irritant…