You know it was time to get those wisdom teeth removed, but good grief now your mouth is pretty sore! You decide to meet your buddies at the bar to watch the game with some beers to dull the pain, no big deal, right? The truth is that drinking alcohol after a tooth extraction can delay your healing time.

Read on to learn about tooth extractions, find out how long you’re going to need to pass on that drink, and why it’s going to pay off in the long run! 

One of the last things a dentist will recommend is pulling a tooth. That’s because dental preservation is always a priority. However, there are some situations that warrant having a tooth pulled. As you continue reading, you’ll discover the benefits of tooth extraction.

After your routine exam, your dentist informs you that you need either a dental crown or filling. Now, you might have a few questions about the two restorative services. Are they interchangeable? Are they used for the same purpose? It may surprise you to learn that while they’re both considered restorative treatments, they each serve a unique purpose. Read along as we discuss the differences between a crown and a filling.   

More than 90% of adults in the U.S. have had at least one cavity, making fillings one of the most common dental treatments. Today’s fillings are made from materials that are more lifelike and healthier than traditional metal fillings. They’re even just as durable! With that being said, no filling is designed to last forever. In fact, a broken filling might lead to dental infection, pain, further decay, and even tooth loss. You can prevent all of that by watching out for these six signs that you need to replace dental fillings.

“The decay is severe enough that you need a root canal.” If you recently heard these words come from your dentist, you’re not alone. Many individuals who discover they need this type of procedure often wish they could turn back time and take better care of their teeth. The reality, however, is that an infection exists inside your tooth and without proper care, it can lead to serious and dangerous consequences. A local dentist shares why you shouldn’t put off your root canal procedure and instead, getting it taken care of right away.