When a tooth is fractured, it can cause a wide range of pain. Sometimes there is little to no discomfort, while other dental fractures cause persistent pain or chronic tooth sensitivity. Even if you’re not immediately distressed by the damaged tooth enamel, you still need to have the tooth examined and treated before tooth decay has a chance to affect... read more »
Your teeth are made up of the hardest material in the body, a mixture of different minerals that lends strength and toughness to your biting and chewing. However, they can be broken in certain situations, such as trying to chew on something hard, like a pen or popcorn kernels. If this happens, you’ll need to get the tooth repaired. Sometimes... read more »
Dental fillings are designed to restore the full function of a tooth and prevent complications after it was attacked by tooth decay. As the years go by, the pervasive bacteria living in your mouth can exploit the seam between the filling and the surrounding healthy tooth enamel. When this happens, the bacteria can eventually infiltrate this space and form a... read more »
If you would rather swim with piranhas than undergo root canal treatment, you’re not alone. No one looks forward to a root canal, which is why our team at Chandler Dental Excellence offers the following advice to help ease your worries: - Notify your dentist of your anxiety: If you’re feeling anxious about the procedure, your dentist needs to know.... read more »