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The term “root canal” can strike terror into the hearts of some people, but treatment can help relieve painful symptoms, and is little different from getting a filling. Root canal therapy is very straightforward, and can help save a badly … Continue reading →

A team at University of Sheffield and Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is working on developing a new test for oral cancer that would provide an accurate diagnosis in about 20 minutes. Dentist would use a small brush to … Continue reading →

A single missing tooth can make a big difference in your life. Failure in replacing a lost tooth causes loss of bone and the migration of the remaining teeth into the space created by the lost tooth. You may develop … Continue reading →

Porcelain veneers can work wonders with your smile and you can flaunt it wherever you go! A thin covering of porcelain is fixed to the front part of your teeth. This way veneers conceal the imperfections like gaps, stains or … Continue reading →

Is your smile in need of a little work? Do you have crooked, gapped or misaligned teeth? Your smile might benefit from a visit to an orthodontist who can put you on a path to a total smile makeover. An … Continue reading →

Although many people use mouthwash to freshen their breath or help fight cavities and gum disease, mouthwash may do more harm than good. Over-the-counter (OTC) rinses only mask bad breath and don’t really address the cause of the problem. Because … Continue reading →

The quality of your smile is a crucial part of the image you portray to the world. If you are unhappy with the look of your smile, people may perceive you negatively and your self-esteem will suffer. Teeth whitening is … Continue reading →

Because of a history of negative portrayals of root canal therapies in the media, they are often feared, dreaded and postponed. If you are about to have root canal therapy, don’t be afraid. You can have a comfortable procedure and … Continue reading →

Severely damaged, injured or diseased teeth can lead to not only cosmetic problems with your smile, but also functional ones. Your dentist may recommend dental crowns or dental bridges to treat your dental issues. Dental crowns are a restorative dental … Continue reading →

Cosmetic dentistry is the name for any type of dental work that improves the patient’s overall dental aesthetic appearance. It can include treatments such as bonding, tooth implants, dental crowns and bridges, resin composite or porcelain veneers, gum grafts and/or … Continue reading →