A toothache that sticks around may indicate you need treatment. Ignoring the issue could lead to serious complications for our Tucson, AZ patients. In today’s blog, we’re looking at the causes of toothaches and what pain could mean for your oral health.
Category: General Dentistry
Get Ready For School With a Checkup And Cleaning
Children across the country are getting ready for the new school year. In addition, teachers are heading into classrooms and college students are starting the fall semester. Before the school year makes finding time to see the dentist difficult, why not schedule a checkup and cleaning today?
Quiz: What Causes a Toothache?
Few things can ruin your day quite like a toothache. The pain can make concentrating on tasks at work or school difficult. In addition, eating and drinking your favorite foods and beverages can become a problem. What causes a toothache, and what steps can we take to avoid them?
How to Treat a Toothache for Good
From home remedies to over-the-counter pain medications, you have a lot of options when it comes to relieving a toothache. However, in most cases, the pain returns at some point, and if you’ve already forgotten about the last one, then you might not realize that you never actually treated the cause of it. Treating a… Read more »
Cavity Prevention So Simple Anyone Could Do It, and Why You Should
Most people know that cavities are common dental problems, but few realize just how pervasive they have become. Recent studies indicate that nearly 90 percent of the adults in America will suffer from dental caries, commonly called cavities. Nearly one third of school-aged children are also likely to have cavities. Fortunately, you can do something… Read more »
Will a Cavity Require Root Canal Therapy?
Are you concerned that you might have developed a dental cavity? If so, you might be concerned about what kind of restorative treatment will be required to restore your comfort, and to save your tooth, if that’s even possible. The great news is that most cavities can actually be addressed with minimally invasive dental fillings…. Read more »
Could Your Gums Be In Need of Periodontal Therapy?
Have you spent several weeks trying to ignore the fact that your gums now bleed easily every time you brush or floss? Have you even noticed them looking discolored, or inflamed? Periodontal disease, or gum disease as it is more commonly called, affects millions of Americans. Left unaddressed, it can lead to tooth loss as… Read more »
Want to Prevent a Dental Cavity?
Are you hoping you can enjoy better oral health, this year, than you have in the past? In fact, did you start this year with every intention of earning a clean bill of oral health during your next dental visit? If so, have you taken any extra steps to protect your precious pearly whites? The… Read more »
That Dental Pain Could Be Caused By an Abscessed Tooth
Have you been suffering from discomfort in your gums or jaw? Have you even noticed a white pustule that looks similar to a pimple forming on your gum tissue? If so, you could very likely be suffering from an infection known as an abscess. Abscesses can form, visibly, on the surface of the gums, or… Read more »
Which Is Really Better for Your Teeth?
Ever wondered if floss is really all that necessary, or whether you should spring for a pricey electric toothbrush? In fact, do you have quite a few dental-related questions, but feel too embarrassed to talk to your preventive dentist about them? Many people let confusion about proper preventive care, keep them from giving their smiles… Read more »