When a tooth is severely damaged, or even suffers a minor chip or crack, this could lead to cavities or even infections down the road. Which means you need dental emergency care. In today’s blog, your Des Moines, IA, dentist talks about how to respond to them to limit discomfort, and how we repair teeth.
Month: June 2022
When A Tooth Extraction Could Help A Smile
If you have a severe tooth infection, or wisdom teeth soon to erupt, then we could protect your oral health from major complications with tooth extraction. In today’s blog, your Des Moines, IA, dentist talks about how we use the tooth extraction process to safeguard the smile and avoid issues like impaction or infection.
Treating Your TMJ Disorder With An Oral Appliance
In our last blog we talked about the dangers that teeth grinding poses. But linked to this disorder is an issue known as TMD, or TMJ disorder. Millions suffer from this disorder, which impacts how you open and close your mouth, and which could lead to serious discomfort on a daily basis. In today’s blog,… Read more »
Bruxism Could Damage Your Teeth
When you grind your teeth or clench them at night, this could cause serious damage to your smile. In turn, this damage will lead to complications for your overall oral health. To avoid these complications, you need to seek treatment. In today’s blog, your Des Moines, IA, dentist will discuss how we approach treating issues… Read more »
A Dental Cleaning Safeguards Smiles
In our last blog, we looked at checkups and briefly mentioned the cleaning process. In today’s blog, your Des Moines, IA, dentist talks about how we protect smiles with a cleaning, and how removing plaque and tartar can prevent major problems from the smile, and could even fight periodontal disease!