Root Canal Therapy Explained

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Riverside, CA dentist offers root canals

In our last blog, we discussed the difference between endodontic treatments and oral surgery options. Endodontic treatment focuses on repairing the pulp of your tooth, whereas oral surgery can help with problems such as wisdom teeth. Today, your Riverside Dental Group of California is going to explore more about root canal treatments. This type of treatment may be needed if you have a severe cavity, an infected tooth, or have fractured the area. Although it is often thought of as a painful procedure, it can help relieve discomfort and restore the area.

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I’m An Adult – Is It Too Late For Orthodontics?

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Riverside, CA dentist offers braces and invisalign for patients It is recommended that your first orthodontic visit should be around the age of seven years old. These early consultations allow for preliminary treatment, such as spacers or retainers, to help shorten the patient’s treatment time. By the time these patients reach their adulthood, they will have straight teeth. However, if you were unable to go through this process as a child or teenager, it is not too late. Riverside Dental Group in California offers a variety of orthodontic treatment options for patients of all ages.

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Deciding If Dentures Are Right For You

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Riverside , CA dentist offers dentures

In a recent blog, we discussed how dental bridges can replace several missing teeth in a row. This replacement option is great for patients with healthy supporting structures. However, when you have more severe tooth loss throughout your smile, a bridge is not a viable option. Instead, you may need to find an alternative prosthetic. Riverside Dental Group of California is here today to explain the benefits of dentures for patients who may need them.

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Bridge The Gap In Your Smile

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Riverside, CA dentist offers bridges

Having missing teeth as an adult can cause more than visual problems. If you leave this space, you may experience difficulties chewing, changes in your speech, and even notice that your smile may become misaligned. Whether you have lost your pearly white due to an injury or other condition, there are options available to replace it. Your Riverside Dental Group in California offers dental bridges that can give you a full smile again.

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Inlays And Onlays Protect Your Smile

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Riverside, CA dental group offers inlays, onlays, or crowns to restore a tooth

Yesterday, we discussed how dental crowns can restore your smile. These caps may be placed over your pearly whites after having a root canal, breaking a tooth, or before having a dental bridge placed. They can protect the area from further damage and prevent infections. Depending on the damage that has occurred, you may not need a cap to cover the entire structure. Instead, an inlay or onlay may be used to cover a smaller area. Today, your Riverside Dental Group in California is here to explain the differences between these restorations.

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