Always striving for Excellence

Dr Jain and Pavlina at their continuing education on Advanced Implant Course  !

How do I know I need a root canal?

How do I know I need a root canal?

Diagnosis of a root canal is based on signs and symptoms.

Signs include: decay to pulp and an apical lesion.

Symptoms are very subjective and depend on the patient.

Reversible pulpitis is transient sensitivity to cold. It can progress to irreversible pulpitis which include prolonged sensitivity to cold and to hot. This can progress to sensitivity to biting. Once you have irreversible pulpitis the nerve will ultimately become neurotic. NO dentist at any given time can tell you if your nerve is “healthy.” Absence of symptoms on any given time does not mean the nerve is “ok.” Just because a tooth with decay does not hurt doesn’t not mean the nerve is fine. There are channels in the dentin that connect to the nerve. We can place liners, sedatives to protect the nerve but sometimes the nerve will get sensitive and will need a root canal 

Before and After

Before & After : Old  broken filling with a cavity replaced with a beautiful porcelain onlay. Looks like a new tooth!  

High Sugar Diet

High sugar content in food provides nutrients for acid producing bacteria causing cavities. High blood sugar allows increased flow of acids into enamel reducing resistance to decay. 

How to reduce morning breath?

Easy!
Make sure to brush and floss the night before, including your tongue 

Dental Hygiene

Clean teeth & healthy gums help you have a healthy body. Your mouth is connected to the rest of your body and can affect it. Teeth cleanings are an essential part of maintaining your oral health and a healthy body. Here’s a picture of a Deep Cleaning before and after. 

Before & After

Full Mouth Rehabilitation using All-Porcelain Crowns enabled us to transform her bite & at the same time give her the smile of her dreams.