When you think of family dentistry treatments, you probably don’t think of root canal treatment. But, this smile-saving procedure can help you avoid tooth extractions so that you can keep your natural teeth intact. As a result, root canal treatments at Seacliff Dental give you a healthier, happier smile that looks as great as it feels. Don’t let dental infections go untreated. Schedule a root canal treatment with Dr. Jason B. Cellars to ...
Why am I starting to get cavities all of the sudden? There are lots of misconceptions regarding cavities, how they are caused, how to prevent them, and how to fix them once you have them. A tooth cavity or tooth decay is when the tooth has been eaten away by bacteria. More specifically, the bacteria produce acid as a by-product and the acid eats away and dissolves the tooth. This dissolved tooth becomes soft and ...
Root canals and fillings are used to treat teeth that have some kind of tooth decay or cavity. Dental fillings are used for smaller cavities whereas root canal therapy may be needed for teeth that have more extensive damage. Untreated cavities will progress to infect the pulp, creating the need for root canal treatment in order to save the tooth. Root canals are necessary because damage to the pulp is permanent and cannot be reversed ...
