Highland Oak Dental Blog
Root Canal vs. Extraction: Which Option Is Right for You?
When faced with severe tooth pain or damage, the decision between saving a tooth through root canal treatment or opting for an extraction can be overwhelming. Each option has its benefits, and the right choice depends on your unique dental health needs. Let’s explore these treatments in detail to help you make an informed decision. […]
December 23, 2024
When Should You Get Dental Implants? Key Signs and Situations to Look For
Dental implants are a revolutionary solution for replacing missing teeth, offering a permanent and natural-looking alternative to bridges and dentures. But how do you know when it’s the right time to get dental implants? In this article, we’ll explore the key signs and situations where dental implants could be the ideal choice for restoring your […]
December 16, 2024
Can Tooth Pain Lead To Other Issues?
A toothache is a discomfort felt in the soft tissues around the tooth, jaw, and other nearby structures. Leaving a toothache untreated results in swelling, headache, and discomfort in the ear, neck, and shoulder. Professional dental care is required if a toothache is excruciating and causes additional problems.
September 12, 2022
8 tips to prevent toothache pain
A toothache is experienced as pain in the tooth and gums. Tooth pain is caused by decay, infection, tooth removal, or root nerve irritation. Tooth pain is avoided by properly cleaning the teeth and other oral structures. Regular dental checkup ensures good oral health and prevents toothache.
August 29, 2022
Top 7 tips for toothache relief at home
There are easy ways to get tooth pain relief at home. Toothache is any pain felt in and around the tooth caused by dental decay, abscess, nerve irritation, or tooth removal. Using alternative home remedies helps with swelling and pain when you have a toothache. Prolonged toothache needs to be treated by a dentist to […]
August 23, 2022
Does Invisalign Provide Faster Treatment than Traditional Braces?
According to studies, 96 percent of individuals value their grin as part of their overall look. As a result, in order to have a beautiful smile, you must have perfectly aligned teeth, which braces and Invisalign may help with. But, if you have to choose between Invisalign and braces, which is the best option for […]
October 12, 2021
How to Fix Overbite with Invisalign Clear Aligners
An overbite is a type of malocclusion where the upper and lower teeth overlap. This is a common dental problem that amounts to over 70% of the dental problems which results in an unnatural smile. Invisalign is a relatively new treatment option and we can help you explain how these can help with overbite. How […]
October 4, 2021
Invisalign Attachments: A Discreet Solution for Treating Severe Malocclusions
Invisalign accessories (SmartForce®) are small buttons attached to your teeth and are tooth-colored. They are attached to teeth with a durable resin composite material. SmartForce® attachments are used if the patient cannot obtain the results with the Invisalign alignment devices alone. How do Invisalign Attachments help treat severe cases of malocclusion? Invisalign has been utilized […]
October 1, 2021
Clean Your Aligners With These Easy Tips
Cleaning is an important part of using Invisalign aligners and must be done regularly. Even if the aligners must be discarded after a few weeks, they must be kept clean. Alternatively, you may be given a filthy pair of aligners, which may affect future therapy. Without proper care, your Invisalign aligners may develop foul odors, […]
September 22, 2021
Risks of Dry Socket after a tooth removal
Risks when a Tooth is removed A dry socket after a tooth extraction is common and it occurs in 3% to 4% of cases during the extraction process. A dry socket happens when the blood clot fails to form or the clot has broken down early. In a dry socket, the jawbone of the patient […]
September 14, 2021