Updated 6/15/2020 The very name “root canal” can conjure dreadful notions of pain and suffering in the minds of patients....

Seeing Your Dentist for Whiter Teeth
This piece was originally published on 6/8/2020 and updated on 3/13/2022. It has been said that the most important fashion...

Does My Kid Need a Pediatric Dentist?
If your child is ready for their first visit to the dentist, or if they have a dental emergency, you...

A Piece of Tooth Fell Off! Is That an Emergency?
Having a piece of a tooth break off and fall out is certainly startling. And if there is pain or...

Don’t Ignore Pain and Sensitivity in the Mouth—You Could Have a Dental Abscess
It’s hard to ignore a toothache, and even if you can, it’s not always a good idea. Sensitivity or pain...

Dental Fillings and MRI—Is There a Concern?
With more than 90% of adults suffering from cavities, fillings are the most common type of dental work performed by...

Clear Braces vs. Invisalign: Differences, Options, and Prices
No one wants a crooked smile, but it’s sometimes hard to get clear, unbiased information about the many options for...

Teledentistry: Seeing a “Virtual” Dentist While Under Quarantine
Most dental offices have either closed or gone into “emergency only” status during COVID-19 quarantine. So, while it is possible...

Can Dental Crowns Be Whitened?
No one wants spotty, stained, or tarnished teeth to stand in the way of a beaming smile. Many turn to...

Where to Go for Emergency Dental Care During the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Outbreak
As of right now, most U.S. states have suspended elective procedures in dental practices. But this leaves the question: What...