When a tooth is avulsed or knocked out by a blow to the face or other oral accident, the trauma to the tooth is often severe. In most cases, the root and any remnants of the tooth need to be completely extracted. However, if the tooth is broken off and a significant amount of the healthy root remains undamaged, your... read more »

When tooth decay goes untreated, the problem can spread throughout and within the tooth. If the decay penetrates the dentin layer, you might experience pain and heightened sensitivity. If it penetrates the pulp or root of the tooth, it could cause significant pain and could even lead to a dangerous infection in the gums. In a case like this, Dr.... read more »

Even a small cavity has the ability to spread quickly throughout the tooth enamel. In time, it can even start to penetrate deep into the tooth to cause decay in the pulp and root. It could even lead to a very serious abscess infection within your gums. To treat a tooth suffering from severe, untreated tooth decay, your endodontist, Dr.... read more »

Endodontic therapy, more commonly known as a root canal, is a treatment process used to restore a tooth that has had the internal structures compromised or damaged. Your teeth have multiple layers. The outermost layer of tooth enamel is basically a sheath of densely packed microscopic mineral crystals. Damage or decay in this layer of a tooth, can usually be... read more »

Even though your teeth are made from a very hard enamel substance, there are times when an accident, dental emergency or blow to the face can impart enough force to severely damage a tooth. A broken, fractured or cracked tooth often includes damage to the internal structures of the tooth. In extreme cases, the broken tooth might need to be... read more »