I am in massive pain after two root canal treatments. The first one took place about three years ago. Then it started hurting again a bit over a week ago. I went back and he did another x-ray and discovered a new infection flare-up. He did a second root canal treatment and gave me penicillin.… Continue reading Root Canal Failure
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Can I Replace an Ugly Tooth?
I have a tooth that has turned all dark and gray. I am too embarrassed to smile right now. I looked it up and from what I can tell this means the tooth has died. Can I just remove it and replace it with a fake tooth? Ben Dear Ben,
How Long Can You Wait to See a Dentist?
I’ve had a toothache for a couple of days, but am terrified of the idea of going to a dentist. How long can a cavity wait before it turns serious? Dan Dear Dan, First, let me assure you many people share your dental anxiety and prefer to avoid the dentist at all costs. Read More
After gum disease and a denture can you have two teeth replaced as implants?
I had gum disease which has now been treated but it left my two bottom front teeth exposed so I had to have them removed. I have a partial denture in place and I feel very depressed about this. Does anybody know if there are any options for a gum graft or having implants in… Continue reading After gum disease and a denture can you have two teeth replaced as implants?
Two broken baby teeth
My daughter broke two of her baby teeth. She is six years old and the two baby molars that are broken had pretty bad decay and cavities on them. Our dentist has told us that the best thing to do is to have them removed as soon as possible. Is this the proper treatment for… Continue reading Two broken baby teeth