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DAILY BLOGS: (written by one of our editors)
28 June 2009
ROOT CANALS
People often think that when a root canal is done, the tooth is somehow replaced; which is not true. A root canal removes the nerve from the tooth, which is similar to hollowing the root out, but the outside of the tooth will essentially look the same. Posterior teeth normally need a crown afterwards, but that is independent of the root canal. (comments?)
21 June 2009
HAPPY FATHER'S DAY!
8 June 2009
BONE GRAFTS
After a tooth is removed, when the bone heals the site inevitably shrinks. If you are going to have a bridge or implant done, it may be necessary to have a bone graft done. This will help aid the healing process and preserve the ridge, which will dramatically increase esthetics and implant placement.
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18 May 2009
ROOT CANAL VS EXTRACTION
People often hear the word root canal and immediately get scared. It really is not a difficult procedure to sit through, and many patients have little to no discomfort after the procedure. People often think it would be easier or better to remove the tooth, but if you do, you will likely need to restore the space; which is often times more involved than just having the root canal done. implants and bridges are both more expensive and take more time than a root canal.
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7 May 2009
DENTAL ADVICE
Patients often come in with a tooth concern and somehow have it in their mind what is going on and what treatment is needed. After the dentist does the exam and diagnoses what the problem is, if it is not what the patient thought it was, often times the patient will argue with the dentist and insist that say, a root canal is not needed. Not to say that you shouldn't ask questions, but it is very difficult for the lay person to diagnose a dental condition without any radiographs and obviously without having any formal training. (comments?)
PATIENTS: If you would like to refer the dentist office that you go to, we would be grateful for your recommendations! Referrals
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