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Dental Emergencies- Tooth Aches, Oral Conditions, Oral Diseases

Oral health effects more than just your mouth, knowing why could save your life. Find information on how to manage a toothache or broken tooth. Discover why visiting your dentist on a regular basis is important and why you should see your dentist immediately if you have a dental emergency.
Obesity and Your Teeth
Emerging research may have found a correlation between obesity and oral bacteria.
Everything You Need to Know About Canker Sores
When it comes to managing your canker sores, you need to know everything you can about them in order to help ease the pain, speed up healing, and possibly reduce the number of canker sore outbreaks you experience.
Dental Fears and Phobias- Why Are You Afraid of the Dentist and Denta…
Why are you afraid of the dentist and dental treatment? Share your experience with dental fears and phobias.
Connecting Gum Disease to Your Health
Heart disease and stroke, both with serious health consequences attached to their name, have been linked to gum disease.
Does Wearing a Mouthguard Prevent Concussions?
Wearing a mouthguard was once thought to help prevent concussions in contact sports players. Find out why there is a debate regarding the use of mouthguards in concussion prevention.
Not Your Average Dental Office
Sports dentistry related to professional hockey is an exciting career that takes a dentist from the office to the ice, ready to mend orofacial injuries hockey players regularly receive during your typical hockey game.
Treatment of Sports Related Dental Injuries- Hockey Injuries
Dental injuries suffered by hockey players active in their sporting careers are treatment planned slightly differently than the average person. Learn about the differences in treatment for sports related injuries.
Drug Associated Gingival Enlargement and Overgrowth- Dilantin (Phenytoin)
Dilantin (Phenytoin) is a medication frequently used to treat seizure disorders and epilepsy. The side effects on the gum tissue from the use of phenytoin are examined along with common treatments suggested by your dentist.
Pass the Parsley- Identifying the Cause of Bad Breath
Halitosis, known as bad breath to most, is an embarrassing condition that can effect anyone at anytime. Learn about the causes of bad breath and how bad breath may indicate an underlying health concern.
Important Reasons to Brush and Floss Your Teeth
Important Reasons to Brush and Floss Your Teeth- Facts About Gum Disease That May Surprise You.
What is a Root Canal?
You have been told by your dentist that you need a root canal; but what is it? Read up on the procedure before your appointment so you are aware of what is happening in your mouth during the procedure.
Oral Surgery
Your dental emergency has resulted in the need for oral surgery. Oral surgery is preformed regularly in dentistry. Learn about the different types of surgery, and common reasons for the procedure.
Oral Thrush
Thrush is a treatable oral infection. Learn about the causes of thrush and how it is treated.
What are Dental Caries?
You may have been told caries are the caries of your tooth ache; but what are they? Learn about what they are to help prevent them in the future.
What is Bruxism?
Learn the definition of bruxism.
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