EXPERT
Anu Issac
Dentist
- Salem, Massachusetts
- Boston University
- Accepting new patients
Root Canal Treatment: Learn the Benefits, Side-effects, & Dangers
The root canal is a dental procedure that helps to save a severely decayed or infected tooth. It is an effective way to treat dental problems without extracting the tooth. Do...
What are the signs of a failed root canal?
A pimple or boil on the jaw.
Discoloration of the tooth.
Pain from pressure in tooth with root canal.
Tenderness in the gum tissue near where the root canal was performed.
Pain in the tooth you had treated.
What could be causing tooth sensitivity, and what are the treatment options?
How can I remove dental plaque?
Floss daily - Floss once a day with dental floss to get rid of food and plaque stuck between teeth. Studies show that flossing before brushing teeth removes more plaque.
Brush twice a day - Brush your teeth for two minutes with a soft-bristled toothbrush and fluoride toothpaste. Brush at least twice a day and preferably after every meal.
Chew sugarless gum - If you can’t brush soon after eating or drinking, chew sugar-free gum. Choose a kind that has the American Dental Association (ADA) Seal of Acceptance.
Choose healthy foods - Cut back on sugary, starchy foods and drinks. Instead, choose nutritious foods and snacks such as plain yogurt, cheese, raw vegetables or fruit.
See your dentist - Get dental checkups and cleanings at least twice a year.
Use mouthwash - Rinse daily with an over-the-counter (OTC) or prescription antiseptic mouthwash.
How can gum disease be prevented?
What are the different types of dental implants?
Subperiosteal Implants: These implants are put on top of the jawbone but behind the gums. The gums are allowed to recover around a metal framework that is implanted in the jawbone. Once the gums heal, posts are added to the frame and protrude through the gums. This allows a crown or bridge to be installed on the subperiosteal implants.
Zygomatic implants: Zygomatic implants may be recommended if you have substantial bone loss in the upper jaw and are unable to get standard implants. The implant is instead put in the cheekbone, or zygoma, and connects to the upper jawbone.
What could cause my toothache, and how can it be relieved?
1. Teeth growing through the gums
2. Surgical removal of teeth, such as wisdom teeth
3. Damaged fillings
4. Gum infections
5. Teeth wearing down from excessive chewing gum
6. Grinding or clenching your teeth
7. Bacterial infection at the centre of the tooth (abscess)
8. Tooth decay
9. A broken or cracked tooth
What are the pros and cons of dental implant procedure?
What are the options for teeth straightening?
Metal braces. Metal braces are one of the popular teeth straightening options and attach separately on each of your teeth. ...
Lumineers and Veneers. ...
Invisible aligners. ...
Snap-On Smile.