Restoration dentistry often calls for replacing a missing tooth with a dental bridge. This is a special piece of dental work that is cemented onto the healthy core of the two adjacent teeth with a dental adhesive. While this is meant to create a strong bond, there are still times when an oral trauma, an accident, or poor oral hygiene... read more »

When bacteria exploit a tooth and cause tooth decay, the decay can quickly spread without timely treatment. When the decay and infection penetrate deep into the pulp and root of the tooth, it can lead to significant complications. Sometimes the situation can be so severe that your dentist’s only course of action is to extract the tooth so it can... read more »