The exact time for a dental appointment can vary based on your needs and oral health, but if you regularly see a dentist and have good dental health, a routine dental cleaning and exam can take approximately 60-90 minutes. However, if you are getting more intensive work done, such as crowns or root canals, an […]
Root canal treatment is a commonly performed dental procedure that can help to fill a tooth whose pulp has become infected or inflamed due to bacteria. It can be a necessary process to save and preserve a tooth. Taking proper care of your oral health is one of the best ways to avoid a root […]
Dry Socket Complicates Healing When a wisdom tooth doesn’t have room to grow in your mouth, your dentist will recommend a tooth extraction. Even when you can’t see your wisdom teeth, a partially or fully impacted tooth can lead to severe symptoms requiring emergency dental care. Extracting a wisdom tooth or teeth is a surgical […]
If your dentist has recommended that you have a tooth extracted, you may be wondering whether or not you should take antibiotics. Rest assured: most people don’t need them after an extraction. However, if you are taking oral antibiotics or have a compromised immune system, it might be a good idea to ask your dentist […]
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