Is It Normal For Your Crown To Feel Fake?
Whenever you have dental work done, your tooth may feel a bit off for a day or so. However, your bite should feel normal again quickly. If you have a crown put in, you may wonder whether or not it is normal for said crown to feel fake or if this means that there is something wrong. In truth, it depends. Here is what you need to know about adjusting to your new crown and when you should go back to the dentist to have the crown looked at.
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A Brief History Of Root Canals: How They Evolved Throughout Time
Root canals have quite the reputation. In spite of the fact that they’re evolved into a normal dental procedure and one that is no more painful than having a cavity filled, myths still persist, like claims that they’re excruciatingly painful to have done or that they can make you sick. Learning a bit about the history of root canals can help you understand where these myths come from and how it is that the field of endodontics has evolved to alleviate patients’ pain.
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Are Teeth Bones? Interesting Facts About Why Teeth Don’t Regenerate
It’s a common misconception that teeth are bones. It makes sense: both are white, hard, and contain calcium. If you think that teeth are bones, it’s no wonder why you’d be confused about why teeth can’t heal themselves the same way that bones can. However, similar as they may be, there are key differences between teeth and bones.
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Can A Cracked Tooth Heal Naturally?
Here, we’ll go over the various types of cracked teeth, at-home treatments you can do to alleviate pain, and whether a cracked tooth can heal naturally or you need to see an endodontist.
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How 3D Imaging Compares To Traditional Dental X-Rays
Given that 3D Imaging is a new technology, many people may not fully understand how they work or how they compare to traditional dental x-rays. Fortunately, this article has got you covered. Here, we’ll go over how traditional dental x-rays differ from CBCT machines, when dentists would use a traditional dental x-ray versus 3D Imaging, and how it improves your treatment
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Does A Crown Need A Root Canal? 3 Common Questions Answered
Crowns are tooth-shaped caps that are placed over your natural tooth and cemented in place in order to protect your natural tooth and to restore its functionality. They’re commonly associated with root canals - but do you need a root canal in order to get a crown? Can you get a crown without a root canal? Is it possible for an existing crown to have a root canal done on it?
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