Severe tooth decay that has gone unchecked for a significant period of time can allow the decay to penetrate deep into the tooth. This can degrade the sensitive pulp and root of a tooth can cause a serious infection as well as pain. In time it could even form an abscess deep in your gum… Read more »
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Using Endodontic Therapy to Restore a Severely Fractured Tooth
The microscopic mineral crystals of tooth enamel make it very strong. However, it’s not unheard of for something like a hard fall or a blow to the face to cause cracks chips, or fractures in tooth enamel. Significant pain and sensitivity in a fractured tooth is a clear sign that the damage extends into the… Read more »
Endodontic Therapy to Restore a Tooth with an Infected Root
A tooth that has been severely fractured or suffers from a large area of decay, has the potential to cause some serious problems for your oral health. It can compromise your ability to chew and could even cause a dangerous infection to form in your gums. Endodontic therapy, more commonly known as a root canal… Read more »