Franklin Dental Associates
What are sealants you may ask? Sealants are a plastic material that is applied to the chewing surfaces of the molars and premolars. They are commonly done on children and adolescents but may also be applied on adults. This plastic material bonds deep into the grooves (pits and fissures) of the chewing
Considering Dental Implants?
Important Facts to Help Make Your Decision
Many people are unaware of the consequences of losing their teeth or the effects of wearing partial or full dentures upon their jaws and bones. When teeth are lost, the surrounding bone immediately begins to shrink [atrophy]. Implant treatment, for tooth replacement therapy, can be the optimal treatment plan. Here are some important facts to take into consideration.
Worried about getting a root canal? Don't be. Once synonymous with serious pain, today's root canal procedures are virtually pain-free.
Root canals are needed when a dental infection, or tooth decay, reaches the pulp chamber of the tooth. The infection destroys the nerves located within the root of the tooth, eventually causing the tooth to die. Years ago, the only option for this type of dental problem was a tooth extraction. Now, thanks to dental technology, your root canal dentist can save your tooth even if there's a major infection.