Does the idea of going to the dentist terrify you? Do you go to extreme lengths to avoid the dentist despite having a bad toothache? If you answer yes to either of these questions, then chances are you haven’t heard of sedation dentistry. In the United States, 36% of adults have odontophobia — a deep-rooted […]
One of the most common dental concerns people face is discoloration on their gums. Whether it’s in the form of tiny spots or raised bumps, it can make alarm bells go off in your head, making you think of the worst-case scenario. However, not all cases of white spots on gums are weird. Sometimes, they’re […]
With swollen gums comes a lot of pain, discomfort, and tenderness. Not to mention finding a swollen lump of flesh around your tooth can be quite disorienting. It can put your brain in overdrive, making you think of all the worst outcomes. You might even find yourself asking, “Why is my gum swollen around one […]
Wisdom teeth mark the time in your life when you’re just starting to transition from your teenage years into young adulthood. However, unlike the wave of knowledge growing up provides, wisdom teeth don’t really bring much to the table. If anything, they’re like empty weights in your mouth that need to get removed in order […]
Having straight white teeth is a dream of many, but not everyone is willing to get chunky metal braces to shift their teeth. It’s not even the weight but the look and feel of braces that can weigh down your entire mouth. Not to mention, eating is a nightmare when there are metal wires encasing […]
The entire purpose of a root canal treatment is to fix your tooth and save it from bouts of unbearable pain. But what happens when instead of relief, you experience more pain? Although it isn’t common, some people complain that their tooth with a root canal hurts with pressure after the procedure. This can be […]