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New Root Canal Device May Eliminate Follow-ups, Failure
A new development out of King’s College London could prevent root canal treatment failure according to a recent article from the Dental Tribune. The SafeRoot device allows for rapid bacterial detection inside the root canal, ensuring the procedure was successful, potentially reducing the need for tooth extraction or surgical intervention, A root canal is performed […]
New Dental Fillings Repair Cavities, Eliminate Need for Root Canals
A recent scientific development, out of the University of Nottingham and Harvard University, may make root canals obsolete in the future. The new treatment involves the use of regenerative dental fillings that would allow teeth to heal themselves, according to a recent Newsweek article. The breakthrough work has the potential to change the future of […]
Predicting Postoperative Dental Pain
It’s reasonable to assume that most major dental procedures will be accompanied by at least some pain or discomfort. In fact, before having dental work done, most patients want to know how much pain they should plan to experience. While managing pain with medication and sedation has never been easier or as safe, it has […]
The Cost of Skipping Dental Insurance
Did you know that approximately 40% of Americans do not have dental insurance? And that number is not expected to improve considering the health care law, the Affordable Care Act, makes the coverage optional for adults. This is turning out to be a very significant problem considering the mountain of evidence that has surfaced regarding […]
Benefits of Root Canal Treatment
When tooth decay isn’t treated and damage is done to the point where salvage isn’t likely, root canal treatment is often suggested. During a root canal, a dentist removes the pulp from the center of a tooth and then fills the pulp cavity. This prevents or treats a painful infection and the spread to other […]
Extreme Couple Tries to Save Money with At-Home Dentistry
There are plenty of people who go to great lengths to skip their dental appointments. In many cases, dental phobia, or fear of all things related to dentistry, keep people from visiting their dentist the recommended two times a year. Some might schedule the appointment, but as the date approaches, anxiety drives them to cancel. […]
New Technology Improves Treatment of Pulpitis
Pulpitis is a dental condition which occurs when the pulp, the innermost part of the tooth that contains the nerves and blood supply, becomes inflamed. The most common cause for pulpitis is tooth decay, and because nearly 50% of the world’s population has some form of decay, it is considered a global oral health issue. […]
Root Canal Awareness Week 2014
The American Association of Endodontists (AAE) has recently release some great news. In preparation for their 8th annual Root Canal Awareness Week, taking place between March 30 and April 5, 2014, they conducted a survey to gauge the general feelings of American adults on the topic of root canals. According to a recent Dental Tribune […]
Root Canal vs Implant: Which is Right for You?
One of the most important decisions a dentist has to make is choosing which course of action to pursue when creating a treatment plan for a patient. More specifically, dental professionals often have to determine whether a root canal treatment or dental implant is the best option for their patient. There are several factors that […]
The New and Improved Root Canal
***UPDATED: June 24, 2017*** A new development in root canal therapy promises a more effective treatment with longer-lasting results. According to a recent article from the Dental Tribune, more than 15 million root canal therapies are completed every year in the United States. The current treatment is effective in saving a tooth, but can cause […]
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