Treating The Pain Of Wisdom Teeth

man with toothache holding clipboardConsistent pain and discomfort in your mouth or jaw is not an issue to take lightly. Tell your dentist about these symptoms right away so we may explore treatment to provide appropriate relief. You may discover that the cause of your suffering is not a cavity or infection, but the impending arrival of your wisdom teeth. The final set of molars typically arrives in your late teen years or twenties and can cause significant harm for certain patients. They may push into neighboring molars and shift your previously healthy alignment. You can experience painful cracking of your enamel as the new teeth attempt to fit into a jaw that is simply too small to comfortably accommodate their appearance. Sometimes, your wisdom teeth fail to completely emerge and cause severe pain by becoming impacted. Your Riverside, CA dentist is standing by to monitor the arrival of your wisdom teeth and perform extractions to treat pain and prevent other harm to your oral health. (more…)

Replacing A Tooth With An Implant

woman smiling blue backgroundLosing one of your teeth can put a real strain on your ability to enjoy a normal day. You might be surprised at how many different activities are affected when you no longer have a full set of teeth. Some people develop a speech impediment as they struggle to form certain sounds around the gap in their smile. If you’re missing front teeth, you may have trouble tearing up your food at mealtime, while losing a molar affects your ability to properly grind it. This annoying problem can even create future threats to your oral health if not treated in a professional manner. Fortunately, your Temecula, CA dentist’s office can treat a missing tooth with the placement of a dental implant. This solution allows for the attachment of a prosthetic restoration above your gumline that returns your ability to properly bite while restoring the appearance of a natural tooth. You no longer have to suffer the daily discomfort of tooth loss! (more…)

Root Canals Offer Desired Relief

Man covering mouthA painful toothache can distract you throughout the entire day and impact your normal ability to enjoy your life. This annoyance can even be a signal of a deeper threat to your oral health. While temporary discomfort may not be an indication of a serious underlying condition, you should seek evaluation from your dentist for any consistent or severe pains. For a tooth that is infected, we can provide a treatment to address its inner structure and relieve your stress. Your Moreno Valley, CA dentist’s office  can treat your dental pain with a root canal therapy when infection is present. After stopping the source of discomfort, we can explore restorative treatments to preserve the function of your tooth and return the beauty of your smile! (more…)

Cosmetic Dentistry Enhances Your Beauty

Young woman smiling outdoorsHave you ever wondered how to treat dental blemishes and imperfections that build up over the course of your life? Wear and tear from the simple acts of speaking, biting, and chewing can accumulate over the years and take a toll on your personal appearance. Perhaps it is time to make a change and improve your smile for the better! Your Riverside, CA dentist offers multiple cosmetic solutions to improve the appearance of your teeth according to your desired specifications. We can work together to plan a treatment for enhancing the shade of your teeth, improving their uniformity, repairing minor chips, and covering spacing gaps. Services such as teeth whitening, bonding and contouring, and porcelain veneers can all help you achieve the smile you deserve!

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Solutions For Straighter Teeth

Teen Girl With Braces SmilingDo you have a problem with the spacing of your teeth? Dental misalignment can create doubts in your appearance as gaps create a distraction when you smile. When you seek treatment, you can obtain meaningful cosmetic and functional benefits from different orthodontic solutions.  Straighter teeth improve your ability to bite and chew and they can even be easier to clean when it is time to brush and floss!

Your Corona, CA dentist can move your teeth into a more desirable position with both traditional bracket-and-wire braces and Invisalign clear aligners. Both solutions can improve your confidence in your smile with a caring approach. (more…)

Treatments To Address Gum Disease

middle aged man in glassesMaintaining your oral health goes beyond preventing cavities from taking hold. Regularly visiting your dentist allows us to evaluate the health of your gums as well when performing a routine cleaning. If we detect problems with your periodontal health, we can provide treatment to prevent the progression of gum disease. When caught early at its first stage, we may even be able to reverse your condition. This is why it is so important to stay on top of your regular visitation schedule. When gum disease progresses into its second stage, periodontitis, the infection becomes permanent and must be treated continuously at future visits. Regardless of when it is caught, your Riverside, CA dentist can provide a comprehensive treatment schedule to best serve your periodontal health. (more…)

Prosthetic Solution For Tooth Loss

elderly woman smileLosing a tooth to injury or disease is unfortunate, but it can happen to Americans of all ages. If you have recently experienced a loss, you know how frustrating adjusting to your new look can be, although a gap in your smile is not just a cosmetic issue. Tooth loss is felt at every meal when you must shift your bite to work around the open space. This can lead to pain and stiffness as your jaw muscles contract at unnatural angles. Remaining teeth move into the new area, becoming loose as they lose the support of a neighbor. This means you are susceptible to further loss as long as the problem is left untreated. Your Moreno Valley, CA dentist  recognizes this potential danger and offers practical restoration through placement of a dental implant. This treatment allows for the attachment of a prosthetic above your gumline to improve both the function of your bite and the natural look of a full set of teeth. (more…)

How Root Canals Can Treat Your Pain

Man holding mouth in painIf one of your teeth is feeling painful or sensitive, could the cause be tooth decay? When left untreated, cavities can expand in severity and create real discomfort in your mouth. When they are left unaddressed, you may require a more serious procedure to preserve the health of your mouth. If your tooth’s inner structure becomes infected, a root canal procedure can remove decayed tissue and treat the pain you feel. Your Temecula, CA dentist is standing by to provide examination and determine the cause of your current ache. After removing the source of your discomfort, we can provide a durable dental crown to support the strength of your remaining natural structure and return its beauty!

We Treat Tooth Infections That Cause Pain

When your tooth suffers a constant ache that will not go away, you should let your dentist know so we may provide appropriate relief! We provide examinations  that can uncover the source of your discomfort. A physical injury or severe cavity can expose the inside of your tooth to harmful oral bacteria and make you susceptible to painful infection. Known as the pulp, the inside of your tooth can become inflamed as bacteria grow and spread within. The sooner you schedule a visit, the sooner we may promptly address your concerns, remove the source of infection, and provide desirable relief.

Performing A Root Canal Procedure

When we determine that root canal therapy can remove your infection, we will numb the tooth and any surrounding tissues. Using special tools, we will remove infected and decayed material within your pulp to stop painful inflammation. We then apply a seal to prevent future infection and restore a barrier between the sensitive inside of your tooth and the bacteria that reside in your mouth.

Dental Crowns Repair Damaged Teeth

After receiving a root canal, a dental crown can properly restore the ability of your tooth to withstand the daily pressures of biting and chewing. This restoration covers the entirety of the structure above your gumline to protect the remaining weakened material. We can design the crown to mimic the appearance of a natural tooth and address esthetic concerns with your smile as well!

Talk To Your Temecula, CA Dentist About The Benefits Of Root Canal Therapy!

Treatment with root canal therapy can address serious threats to your oral health and properly relieve issues with pain and sensitivity. To schedule a consultation, call any of our dental offices near you:

Oasis Family Dental in Temecula, CA at (951) 695-2290.

Riverside Dental Group at Magnolia in Riverside, CA at (951) 689-5031.

Dental Associates of Moreno Valley in Moreno Valley, CA at (951) 697-6800.

Riverside Dental Group at Woodcrest in Riverside, CA at (951) 776-9001.

Dental Associates of Riverside in Riverside, CA at (951) 369-1001.

Dental Associates of Corona in Corona, CA at (951) 273-9580.

TMJ Treatment To Relieve Your Pain

Woman clenching mouthDo you wake up each morning with pain or stiffness inside your jaw? When your jaw, face, or neck suffers significant pain, it can reduce your quality of life and be a sign of an underlying oral health problem. Letting these problems continue untreated can lead to increased discomfort, so you should report your symptoms to a professional. Your Riverside, CA dentist can evaluate your condition and determine if you are suffering from TMJ disorder, a disorder of the temporomandibular joints. If so, we can provide a noninvasive treatment for your jaw and seek to reduce the discomfort that impacts your daily life. We can explore if any chronic grinding problems associated with TMJ disorder have contributed to physical wear and tear of your teeth and suggest cosmetic solutions for enhancing the beauty of your smile. (more…)

When Wisdom Teeth Cause You Harm

Woman Brushing Teeth in DiscomfortFeeling pain or discomfort in your mouth and jaw is a serious issue to discuss with your dentist. You may find that the source of the problem is not decay or infection, but instead it is a new set of molars. The arrival of your wisdom teeth in adolescence or early adulthood can cause painful stress to your oral cavity. As they erupt, your third set of molars can push into adjacent teeth. This movement can shift the alignment of your bite and crack the surface of your enamel, and they can even become impacted and cause more pain by not fully emerging. At your Riverside, CA dentist’s office, we provide extraction services to treat the arrival of wisdom teeth and prevent future damage to your oral health and well-being. Prompt removal can help relieve pain and keep your remaining teeth in a desirable position. (more…)