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Southdale Family Dentistry
Appointments: (952) 926-6081
Gerald Cook D.D.S.
Southdale Family Dentistry
6600 France Avenue South, Suite 420
Edina, MN 55435
Edina area Invisalign® dentist Gerald Cook, D.D.S. is happy to provide your new clear braces. At Southdale Family Dentistry, we want you to have the straight teeth and beautiful smile you desire.
We're happy to assess your needs create your individual treatment plan for braces. You may be able to have your new Invisalign® aligners sooner than you think!
Dr. Cook provides secure implant dentures in the Edina area. Implant retained dentures won't slip, and are a long-lasting solution to missing teeth.
You'll talk, eat and smile with more confidence. Your self esteem will return with your new natural-looking teeth.
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Andrew G. Mortensen, DDS, Inc.
Appointments: (714) 964-4183
Andrew Mortensen D.D.S.
Andrew G. Mortensen, DDS, Inc.
18837 Brookhurst, Suite 109
Fountain Valley, CA 92708
Fountain Valley area dentist Dr. Andrew Mortensen offers dental payment plans so you can afford the treatment you need. Just talk with our friendly team about your needs.
We'll be happy to work with you to find the solution that fits your situation. We're committed to making your oral health a reality.
At Andrew G. Mortensen, DDS, Inc., we accept several types of dental insurance. With the proper information, Dr. Mortensen and his staff will be happy to file your insurance claim for you. We strive to make the insurance paperwork process as simple and streamlined as possible. You are only personally responsible for the co-pay or deductible amount.
Fountain Valley area cosmetic dentist Andrew Mortensen, D.D.S. has extensive experience creating beautiful smiles. They're one of the first things people notice about you.
Our professional team will be happy to discuss your aesthetic dentistry options. The attractive results you'll get from Andrew G. Mortensen, DDS, Inc. can change your life!
If you are missing one or more teeth, you'll want to talk with Fountain Valley area dental implant dentist Dr. Andrew Mortensen about replacements that look and feel as natural as your own teeth. If dentures are causing you problems, you may consider dental implants. Unlike dentures, which can be removed, Dr. Mortensen offers dental implants that are permanently anchored into the jaw itself.
If you're looking for denture repair in the Fountain Valley area, our team at Andrew G. Mortensen, DDS, Inc. offers friendly service. Dr. Mortensen understands the importance of reliable dentures that fit properly.
We'll get your repairs done professionally and quickly. You'll be able to eat and smile again with confidence as soon as possible.
ProDent Group
Appointments: (954) 755-3337
Sylvia Santana Mentrasti D.M.D.
ProDent Group
1314 N. University Drive
Coral Springs, FL 33071
Headphones and music are available for your comfort at ProDent Group in the Coral Springs, FL area . You can also feel free to bring in your iPod or other device. Sit back, close your eyes, and focus on your listening pleasure during your next dental appointment with Dr. Santana Mentrasti.
The friendly, caring staff of ProDent Group in the Coral Springs, Florida area strive to make you feel comfortable and well-cared for at your dentist appointment. Sylvia Santana Mentrasti, D.M.D. is committed to serving you and your family's dental needs, year after year. Come and see what we have to offer in a professional setting where top-notch customer service still matters.
Dr. Sylvia Santana Mentrasti can improve the entire health of your mouth with a non-removable bridge. That will keep your surrounding teeth in position and help maintain the structure of your face and jaw.
Come visit ProDent Group in the Coral Springs, FL area. See what we can do to improve your appearance and oral health!
Dental bonding in the Coral Springs area is available from experienced dentist Sylvia Santana Mentrasti, D.M.D.. If your teeth have unsightly cracks or discoloration, dental bonding can help.
It's a quick and non-invasive procedure that corrects minor cosmetic flaws and restores your natural smile. You'll feel great being able to show your natural again.
For your comfort and convenience, Sylvia Santana Mentrasti, D.M.D., may suggest you relax with nitrous oxide (laughing gas) during certain treatments. Offering root canal at her practice in the Coral Springs, FL area, Dr. Santana Mentrasti offers a range of options to help you feel comfortable at the dentist.
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1310 NASH ST NORTH
WILSON, NC, 27893
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Root Canals: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know
Why are root canals done?
Root canal therapy is required when the nerve of the tooth becomes irreversibly damaged. This damage can occur from decay, trauma, or a crack in the tooth.
What is a common root canal symptom?
Pain, swelling, and sensitivity to hot or cold. Another indication of nerve damage is the tooth becoming darker in color. Sometimes, it can only be diagnosed with an x-ray or other tests by an endodontist.
What is done during a root canal procedure?
The purpose of root canal therapy is to clean out the infected tooth pulp tissue within the roots. After all the nerve has been removed, the canals are filled with a sealer.
How long will the procedure take?
Generally, root canals take one or two appointments for a front tooth (anterior), and two or three appointments for a back tooth (posterior). A tooth can have from one to four roots; all of the roots must be treated. Difficult cases may require even more visits.
Will the tooth need any more work after the treatment is finished?
Yes, the tooth will require a permanent restoration. This could range from a simple filling to a large build-up with posts and pins. The tooth is more brittle after a root canal treatment and therefore is more susceptible to fracture. If the filling is large, the tooth may need a crown as well. A crown protects the tooth from breaking.
Isn't it simpler to take out the tooth?
It may seem simpler to have the damaged tooth removed; however, it is really much healthier and more economical to save it. If the extracted tooth is not replaced, the teeth next to it can drift into the empty space. Replacing an extracted tooth involves either expensive bridgework or a partial denture.
Will the root canal procedure hurt?
During the actual treatment, your tooth will be numb as it would be for simply filling a cavity. The treatment is usually started because the tooth is sensitive; it may take a day or two for the tooth to get back to normal. Generally a mild painkiller is enough to keep you comfortable during this time. If something stronger is needed, your endodontist will prescribe it. If the tooth is badly infected, an antibiotic may be needed as well.
How much will it cost?
The cost of root canal treatment and therapy varies with the number of canals which need to be treated. There will be a separate charge for the restoration, depending on the extent of the procedure. Your dentist will be glad to discuss the charges with you for all the expected treatment.
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A Root Canal Abscess
What Causes an Endodontic Abscess?
An endodontic abscess is caused by infected pulpal tissue. This acute disease process then spreads to the outside of the root and enters the bone and soft tissues around the tooth. An endodontic abscess is oftentimes accompanied by a cascade of symptoms. These symptoms may include:
- Pain to hot liquids, touch, or biting pressure.
- Pressure that partially pushes the tooth out of the socket, causing it to contact the opposing tooth first upon biting.
- A loose tooth resulting from infection and subsequent pressure that builds around the outside of the tooth.
- Swelling localized to the tissue around the tooth.
- Swelling that spreads from the gums around the tooth into the cheek, lips, or neck areas. These tissues can become swollen resulting in an exaggerated asymmetry of the face.
In cases of extreme dental infection, the eye can become swollen shut or breathing can become difficult as pressure builds against vital structures. In these instances of severe infection, hospitalization may become necessary.
What Is Involved in the Emergency Management of an Abscessed Tooth?
An endodontic abscess can be extremely painful and emergency treatment is directed towards promptly relieving the patient's pain and, if present, reducing the swelling as quickly as possible. Emergency management would usually include getting the area profoundly numb and then creating a small window through the biting surface of the tooth and into the pulpal space. By opening the tooth in this manner, the dentist can relieve the pressure that has built up inside the tooth and allow the infected area to drain. Usually, the only procedures that are performed at the emergency visit are the ones that are necessary to eliminate acute pain and control the infection. Subsequent care an endodontic abscess will be necessary when the patient is more comfortable and relaxed in order to properly complete root canal treatment. At the conclusion of the emergency visit, the patient may require medications for pain and/or infection control and these will be prescribed by the doctor if they are necessary.
By Clifford J. Ruddle, DDS, in collaboration with Philip M. Smith, DDS
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