Why Does My Tooth Hurt After a Root Canal? One of the most important factors in having a great dental experience is having the appropriate expectations. That’s why, at Empire Dental Specialty Group, we are committed to providing you with accurate, helpful information about your procedure! There are many myths surrounding the dental procedure known
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My Braces are Causing Ulcers in my Mouth. What Can I Do? Many people who undergo traditional orthodontic treatment with braces experience some uncomfortable side effects during treatment. Some notice headaches or tension in the facial muscles. Others experience pain in the teeth as they are moving. More rare, but still possible, are symptoms associated
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How to Help Your Child Clean His Space Maintainer In order to promote proper growth patterns in the upper and lower jaws, allowing the permanent teeth to come into the correct position, orthodontists often use “fixed” appliances. These are appliances, usually made of metal, that the orthodontist cements into place so that the appliance stays
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One of the worst “surprises” a patient can receive during a root canal is the diagnosis of a root fracture. What is a Root Fracture? There are different types of root fractures, and they are all bad news. A crack or fracture of the root of a tooth can occur as the result of an
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What to Know about Healing from Gum Grafting? Gum grafting is an important periodontal surgery that improves the stability and appearance of your teeth. It can also alleviate pain and sensitivity from gum recession. It is a moderately invasive surgery, and the healing phase is extremely important. The Skill of Your Surgeon Affects Healing Gum
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How Do I Prevent Dry Socket After a Tooth Extraction? We understand that many patients fear the potential complications from a tooth extraction as much as the extraction itself. The one that seems to incite the most fear is dry socket. That’s because it is quite common, and it causes a lot of pain. What
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When it comes to your smile, taking care of your teeth is an investment in your oral health that pays many dividends. With tooth loss, missing teeth can affect you in multiple ways. Even losing just one tooth can cause problems. Some of that is emotional, as people often feel self-conscious and embarrassed to smile
read moreIf You Have Dental Implants, You May Need to Keep an Eye Out for Peri-Implantitis If you have had a dental implant to replace a missing tooth, you are in good company. Dental implants are a popular choice for those seeking an effective tooth replacement option. Since dental implants handily replace one or more lost
read moreThe mouth is home to millions of bacteria, some of them good and some bad. In fact, half of the bacteria in your mouth can lead to bad breath! National Fresh Breath Day is observed every year on August 6th to create awareness of oral hygiene in the fight against bad breath. It is a
read moreIf your dentist has recommended a crown lengthening procedure from a periodontist, you are not alone. While many people haven’t heard of crown lengthening before, it is a common treatment and can sometimes be a pre-treatment to having a dental restoration done. Crown lengthening can take care of a problem where you might have an
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