Steffany Mohan, DDS's Blog – July 2016 Archive (4)

No matter what your age is there is a constant need to maintain a good oral hygiene regimen. Consistent oral health habits and routine checkups can avoid or minimize many problems, as you get older.When people age, their gums begin to recede. The roots of the tooth are exposed and it is very easy for cavities to develop in this area. Cavities can lead to infection and teeth breaking off. A yearly visit to the dentist is a good preventive measure. …

During the winter months, tooth pain can become unbearable. Freezing temperatures and cold air can affect the teeth causing them to become increasingly sensitive. Don’t Over Brush – Brushing teeth too often can wear away the enamel and actually damage the surface of the tooth. It is a good idea to use sensitivity toothpastes for brushing your teeth during the winter.…

The misinformation that you only need a root canal if you are experiencing tooth pain. Though sometimes teeth that have died no longer cause pain and need to have a root canal in order to avoid becoming infected. We have several tests, including temperature testing and percussion testing, that allow us to know when a tooth has died and needs to receive a root…

Root canal treatment also called ‘endodontic'  is needed when the blood or nerve supply of the tooth (called the ‘pulp') is infected through decay or injury. You may not suffer any ache in the early stages of the infection. In some cases your tooth could darken in colour, which may mean that the nerve of the tooth has died (or is dying). This would need root canal treatment.…