Preventive dentistry refers to any procedure or treatment designed to protect your smile against common oral health problems. Do you need preventive dentistry? Anyone who wants to obtain a healthy and attractive smile can benefit from prevention.
Quick Answers to Your Root Canal Questions
Very few people enthusiastically thank us when we recommend a root canal treatment for a seriously damaged or infected tooth. However, patients often feel quite different once they become more knowledgeable about this restorative procedure. Of course, once treatment is complete and patients realize a root canal is an effective, surprisingly comfortable treatment that has allowed them to keep their natural teeth, well – they gain a very different perspective. Rather than feeling concerned or apprehensive about your upcoming treatment, we hope you are ready to gain some answers to your pressing questions, so you can feel fortunate and excited about protecting your oral health.
Answering Your Questions About Dental Sealants
Do you keep a close watch on your child’s smile? Do you feel concerned nearly every moment of the day about protecting every single inch of your little one? Of course you do. You’re a parent! When it comes to keeping those newly developing teeth in tip-top shape, you may feel like you don’t have as much control as you would like. You want your child to master excellent brushing habits but it takes some time. Rather than worrying about hard-to-reach teeth, we encourage you to learn about the benefits of dental sealants. They may truly help take a load off your mind. Consider answers to some frequently asked questions:
Dental Sealants FAQ
Question: My child brushes his teeth every day, why are sealants important?
Answer: Your child is still learning how to take excellent care of his or her teeth. Even with your little one’s best efforts, plaque may still remain on back teeth because they are simply hard to reach and difficult to clean – even for adults. Molars are full of tiny crevices where plaque can easily hide, which leads to tooth decay. Sealants can help prevent this from happening because they will create a barrier over the chewing surfaces of these teeth.
Question: Will you need to numb my child’s tooth before the procedure?
Answer: No, anesthetic is not necessary for sealants. You can rest easy knowing that the procedure simply requires us to clean the target teeth and gently paint on the sealant. It’s quick and comfortable.
Question: Will I need to replace the dental sealants during each preventive visit?
Answer: No, dental sealants have a reputation for living a long, helpful life. In most cases, you can expect them to last for around five to 10 years.
Question: What happens when my child gets older? Will you need to remove the sealants?
Answer: No, they will wear away naturally over time. We will monitor your child’s sealants during checkups, so we may touch them up if necessary.
ABOUT YOUR RIVERSIDE DENTISTS:
With offices throughout Riverside Country, including Corona, Temecula, and Moreno Valley, Riverside Dental Group is happy to provide advanced general, cosmetic, and restorative dentistry services to patients of all ages. To learn more, or to schedule a consultation, call our office today at (951) 689-5031.
FAQs: Do You Need Cosmetic Dentistry?
A beautiful smile can provide a major boost to your overall confidence levels. In addition, you can make a great impression when meeting someone new. How do we improve the beauty of our teeth and gums? With cosmetic dentistry, we provide an array of treatments designed to improve the appearance of the teeth. Do you need cosmetic dentistry?
Quiz: What is Restorative Dentistry?
Whether due to injury or oral health issues, we may require restorative dentistry. What is restorative dentistry? This area of dentistry involves treatment designed to improve the function and health of a tooth. Using quality restorations or endodontic treatment, the doctor can make sure your tooth once again functions correctly and looks natural.
Quiz: Why Does My Jaw Pop?
Do you notice a clicking or popping sensation in your jaw? Are you wondering: “Why does my jaw pop?” You may be one of the over ten million people who suffer from TMJ disorder, or TMD. A serious oral health disorder, without treatment TMD can eventually make opening and closing your mouth difficult.
How Do You Restore Missing Teeth?
Do you suffer from the loss of one or more teeth? Losing your teeth can lead to major consequences for both the health and appearance of your smile. How do you restore missing teeth? With a dental prosthetic, you can soon enjoy a whole and healthy smile once again.
FAQs: How Do I Help My Kids Avoid Cavities?
Children can often develop cavities as a result of poor dental habits or consuming products containing too much sugar. Parents often ask: How do I help my kids avoid cavities? With the right preventive steps we can help strengthen your child’s teeth against tooth decay.
FAQs: How Do You Correct Misalignment?
If you have crooked or crowded teeth you may feel embarrassed about your smile. In addition, you may experience an increased risk of TMJ disorder or bruxism (teeth grinding). How do you correct misalignment? Fortunately, orthodontic treatment allows our team to improve the alignment of your teeth.
Tooth-Colored Fillings: More Than Just Cosmetic
Does your tooth have a cavity? If so, you have likely already received our suggestion to schedule an appointment for a dental filling as soon as you have time. Before you make any assumptions about that filling, we would like you to learn more about tooth-colored fillings, which is what we offer at our practice. We find that patients often have preconceived ideas about fillings based on what they know about metal fillings. Ours, however, are metal-free, which can have a significant impact not only on the way your smile looks after treatment but also on many other factors, including improved candidacy for treatment as well as other benefits. Find out more and you may feel a little more enthusiastic about treating that tooth decay of yours:
Why Is It Called Tooth-Colored?
We call them tooth-colored fillings because we use a material called composite that – though you may refer to it as “white” – does not come in a universal shade. Instead, it is a material that we can customize to match the shade of your surrounding tooth tissue. This is why you may also hear this filling referred to as a “cosmetic filling.” Rather than causing potential problems like tooth darkening or visibility, it will simply blend in with your tooth for a lovely finish.
Does This Filling Fix My Tooth?
Yes. Just like any type of filling, the goal of treatment is to remove the decayed tissue from your tooth. We will clean out the opening and fill it with composite, rather than another material like metal, to restore its health and structure.
Are There Additional Benefits?
The other benefits are also related to the use of composite rather than metal. You can expect the following:
- Composite does not heat up or become extremely cold, so it will not caused heightened sensitivity to temperature
- Composite is safe for nearly all of our patients – this includes people allergic to metal, pregnant women, young children, and anyone who is looking for a mercury-free restoration
- The material will bond to your tooth for long-lasting wear
ABOUT YOUR CORONA DENTIST:
With offices throughout Riverside Country, including Corona, Temecula, and Moreno Valley, Riverside Dental Group is happy to provide advanced general, cosmetic, and restorative dentistry services to patients of all ages. To learn more, or to schedule a consultation, call our office today at (951) 689-5031.
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