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 »

So you know all there is to know about cavities, eh? But have you ever really learned about them? Read on to fill your cavity knowledge. Dental cavities, which can be called dental caries or tooth decay, are spots on or between teeth where bacteria have decayed teeth and left holes. When you eat too many sugary foods, bacteria from... read more »

When a tooth suffers from a small cavity or minor dental fracture, it might be possible for a dentist to treat the affected tooth enamel with a simple dental filling. This will essentially replace the compromised area with an alternate dental material that will not succumb to the ravages of tooth decay. If you fail to maintain good oral hygiene... 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 »

Even a small cavity can pose a serious threat to your oral health. When an area of tooth decay goes unrepaired for long enough, the bacteria that compromised the tooth enamel can quickly spread deep into the tooth. If the decay penetrates deep enough to affect the pulp or root of the tooth, Dr. Stephen T. McInerney might need to... read more »