For many patients, missing or eroded teeth can have an incredible impact on their life, from pain to self-esteem issues. There are many different ways a dentist may choose to manage a patient’s missing teeth and decide the best answer for each case. Dental implants are one way to deal with missing teeth, whether due…
Dealing with a tooth that’s causing pain and other interference in your daily life can affect your health in several ways. When you have a tooth that needs extraction, you may deal with symptoms for a long time before realizing a dental extraction is needed. Learning about what issues may be treated by our dental…
More than 15 million root canals are performed every year in the United States. A root canal is a dental treatment known as endodontic treatment (derived from the Greek words inside and tooth). Endodontic treatments are more invasive than treatments like cavity fillings or cosmetic treatments that only restore the superficial layer of teeth. Despite…
Maintaining good oral health includes scheduled dental cleanings and checkups. Sometimes at our checkups, we realize that we have a cavity that is no longer treatable. In those moments, a root canal is necessary. A root canal is a dental procedure removing the infected or decayed pulp and sealing the tooth. Root canal therapy will…
Imagine playing an aggressive game of basketball. You’re doing everything in your power to keep the ball in your hands, but suddenly, you are elbowed and knocked down. And as your face hits the concrete, you realize you aren’t wearing your mouthguard. Soon you learn, you have a chipped tooth that is not only unsightly…
When you think about your upcoming dental appointment, how do you feel? Are you excited or filled with anxiety? Like many people, anxiety is a feeling often associated with the dentist. Dental anxiety is so common that it actually has a name: odontophobia. Yet, there’s no need to fear the examination chair. At Supreme Dentistry,…
Who doesn’t love smiling in photographs? A toothy grin always lets everyone know that you are content. But how do you feel if you have lost teeth? If you have ever lost a tooth and have gaps in your mouth, you might feel self-conscious about smiling or speaking with confidence. But missing teeth can do…
There are several reasons that your dentist may recommend dental extractions. If your teeth are crowded, the best course of action may be to remove a tooth to make space. Other times, a tooth may be infected or damaged from decay and is no longer salvageable. When you find out you need to have a…
If you’ve experienced a damaged or infected tooth, chances are you’ve at least heard of the dental procedure known as a root canal. Although root canal treatment can provide relief for those suffering from tooth decay or tooth infection, it’s a relatively intense procedure that poses certain risks. In short, it is better to avoid…
If you’re dreading getting a tooth pulled, you’re not alone. Most people feel some trepidation as they prepare to have a tooth removed. Fortunately, most simple extractions today are safe and relatively painless. If you are about to have a tooth extracted, you may also be worried about the recovery process’s length and extremity. The…