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…
Netflix pulls controversial documentary that claims root canals cause cancer
Oral care professionals said Root Cause contained ‘significant misinformation that is not supported by scientific evidence’ The film, directed by Australian film-maker Frazer Bailey, alleges root canals cause cancer, heart disease and other serious chronic illness. Netflix has quietly pulled the controversial documentary Root Cause from its…
Grizzly bear’s root canal highlights specialized care for Grand Rapids zoo animals
GRAND RAPIDS, MI – Dr. Lynn Happel’s patients usually consist of cats and dogs. However, on special occasions, she works with more exotic animals from the John Ball Zoo, such as Yogi, a 560-pound grizzly bear, or Nika, a female tiger. A local veterinarian, Happel…