Root canals are a fairly common dental procedure that is designed to save infected teeth instead of removing them. Getting a root canal does not guarantee that the tooth will be complication free though. While a root canal can potentially last your entire life, these factors could cause your root canal to fail earlier than expected:
You Neglect To Get Treatment Early
When it comes to dental procedures, it is common for people to avoid seeking professional help until it stars to hurt.…
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“Make sure you get enough calcium so your teeth are strong!” You’ve probably heard this statement from your dentist, your doctor, and your mother at some point or another. While calcium is important for healthy teeth, it is not the only mineral your body needs to grow and maintain strong chompers. Here’s a look at four other minerals that are essential for dental health, and where to find them.
Phosphorus…
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Getting young patients to sit still can be a real challenge. Here are a few tricks you can try to get them to be still while you work on their teeth.
Bring In the “Specialist”
One fun way to make your patients enjoy a visit to your office is having your hygienist or nurses dress up as characters from popular shows. For example, if a new animated movie comes out and a character has become very popular, aim to have at least one person in the office ready to jump into costume to help children who are struggling with the appointment.…
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