When to See an Endodontist
Some typical symptoms which may cause a need to see an endodontist or dentist include: lingering pain after eating hot/cold foods; sharp pain when chewing food; dull ache and pressure in teeth and the jaw; constant pain, pressure, swelling, and sensitivity to touch; chronic pain in head, neck, or ear. When tooth pain takes place it does not necessarily mean root canal treatment is required. There are times tooth pain could be due to temporo-mandibular joint (TMJ) disorder, a periodontal abscess, referred pain from a completely different area (i.e., heart), a cracked tooth, neck problems, facial pain (neuralgia), grinding teeth at night (nocturnal bruxism), sinusitis, etc. Endodontists are trained to differentiate between tooth pain and non-tooth pain. A...
Does your spouse’s snoring cause you to lose sleep? Talk to your dentist about sleep apena dentistry.
Dr. Kelliher is a leading sleep apnea dentist in Fairfax, Virginia and has helped many patients address their snoring problem (and help their spouse in the process) with advanced sleep apnea dentistry. Dr. kelliher has written an article to discuss sleep apnea dentistry which we invite you to read. Are You Sleeping Next to a Loud Snorer? Your Dentist Can Help with Sleep Apnea Dentistry About the Author Dr. Dan Kelliher is an award winning cosmetic and smile makeover dentist in Fairfax Virginia. Connect with him on...
Rob didn’t see a dentist for over 10 years, so what finally cured his dental anxiety?
Fear of the dentist is common. For people like our dental patient Rob, even getting a simple, routine teeth cleaning can feel like being in a horror film. More invasive procedures can cause even more anxiety. If you are like him, just thinking about going to the dentist can make your hands sweat and heart pound. Your fear may have stopped you from getting necessary dental care in the past, but sedation dentistry makes it possible for even the most anxious patients to get the care they need today. Dentists rely on three types of sedation to reduce anxiety and fear: inhalation sedation, often known as “laughing gas,” diminishes pain when it is inhaled; anti-anxiety medications may reduce symptoms when taken before an appointment; and intravenous sedation may...
Am I too old to get dental implants?
A common question from many of people suffering from missing, damaged or infected teeth is, Am I too old to get dental implants? The answer is no, and we invite you to read Dr. Agarwal’s article which was published to answer this question. Am I too old to get dental implants?
How to Floss Your Teeth – Do’s and Don’ts
Flossing is just as important for your dental health as brushing, and doing it correctly it very important as well, so our Vestal NY Dentists are sharing here some “do’s and don’ts” when it comes to flossing our teeth. The bristles of a toothbrush cannot reach below the gum line or the tight spaces between teeth. Flossing is the only effective way to get rid of the decay-causing plaque in those spaces, and these tips show you how to floss your teeth the right way. Do use about 18 inches of dental floss. Wrap the excess around your middle fingers, making the center two inches taut. Do use a gentle up and down motion to clean between the teeth. Do follow the contours of your teeth near the gum line. Gently form a C shape with the floss to...