A toothache or other dental pain can certainly be distressing. Many of these problems are related to some form of dental trauma or an untreated area of tooth decay that has affected the sensitive core structures of a tooth. This can sometimes be associated with a building pain and pressure in the tooth or gums. In a case like this,... read more »

If you’ve ever had a tooth chip or an oral filling knocked out, you understand that life can cause some dental appliances to be less than permanent. If you are going to get a root canal and are curious about how successful it can be, don’t worry: root canal procedures are very successful, and with care, they can last for... read more »

Each of your teeth has several layers that give the tooth the structural integrity and basic vitality needed to chew and break down food throughout the course of your life. Yet there are times when tooth decay or dental trauma can exceed the capacity of your tooth enamel to affect the sensitive internal structures of the tooth. If the pulp,... read more »

Toothaches can be caused by several different things. They often are the result of an untreated cavity, a dental trauma, or a bad filling that has allowed a new area of tooth decay to develop in the tooth. As this starts to happen, you will likely feel increasing discomfort, sensitivity, or a pain radiating from the underlying gums. If the... read more »

Household accidents and sports injuries can harm your mouth just like any other part of your body. When a tooth suffers significant trauma the pain and discomfort can be severe. In a situation like this, you turn to the specialist treatment offered by a trained endodontist. Here at Dr. Stephen T. McInerney’s endodontic clinic in Bingham Farms, Michigan, he can... read more »

When a cavity or distressed filling goes untreated, it can allow tooth decay to penetrate deep into the tooth. As this happens, you will likely feel increasing sensitivity, discomfort, or a persistent toothache. In a situation like this, you should not delay in seeking endodontic care at Dr. Stephen T. McInerney’s clinic. In a short amount of time, he can... read more »

When bacteria attack a weakened tooth, the resulting decay can often spread quickly. This can cause heightened sensitivity, a significant dental fracture, or even persistent pain. If you are able to ignore these symptoms, or a dental phobia prevents you from seeking treatment, the problem is likely to escalate. In time, the tooth decay can penetrate the root of the... read more »

While most schools and athletic associations enforce the use of mouthguards during rigorous athletics, there are still many hobbyists that are unaware of dental threats. Certain activities like rock climbing, extreme sports and rafting can cause a blow to the face. If you aren’t wearing a quality mouthguard in these moments, it can cause severe trauma to one of your... read more »

Dental trauma can come in several different forms. However, it is most often the result of an accidental hard fall or an unprotected blow to the face. If this causes persistent pain or heightened sensitivity, it likely means that the sensitive internal structures of the tooth have been compromised. To treat a tooth in this condition, you might need to... read more »

Inconsistencies in your oral hygiene routine can allow a cavity to form on one of your teeth. Should you fail to attend your regular dental checkup and cleaning, the problem could go undetected and untreated. This could potentially allow the tooth decay to spread deep enough into the tooth to infect the root or compromise so much of the existing... read more »