Dr. [doctor_name] and our [practice_name] team have been helping patients in [city], [state], with their oral health needs for a while now. Our goal is to support your oral health needs to achieve and maintain healthy smiles.

But what if you are currently struggling with an infected tooth causing you to experience tooth pain? If your tooth is infected or inflamed, you may benefit from our root canal treatment. You see, the center of your tooth holds the tooth pulp. This pulp is made of connective tissues, blood vessels, and nerves which branch out into each root through canals in the tooth. Thanks to decay, they can become inflamed or infected.

A tooth may become compromised by cracking, breaking, having a deep cavity, injury to the tooth, repeated dental treatments such as fillings on a tooth, and even gum disease. All of these scenarios allow bacteria to enter the pulp and damage the tooth.

At our practice, we generally opt for saving a tooth rather than replacing it whenever possible. A root canal allows us to do just that. And while patients often worry that root canals are painful procedures, not only are root canals similar to having a filling done, they provide pain relief from current tooth pain.

So what can you expect when you come in for a root canal treatment? After X-rays have been taken and we determine where the infection lies, we make sure you are as comfortable as possible. Next, our dentist will set to work removing the damaged pulp, thoroughly cleaning and disinfecting the space left behind and filling and sealing the area with gutta-percha, a rubberlike material. After a root canal has been performed, the tooth will need either a dental filling or crown.

How can you avoid dental decay and gum disease? Your first line of defense is prevention. Diligent daily brushing and flossing will remove food particles, bacteria, and plaque that can lead to decay. Coupled with regular dental cleanings to remove hardened plaque and tartar deposits, you will be providing the best possible environment for your oral health.

Even after a root canal treatment, a tooth can still be affected by decay and gum disease. This means maintaining good oral hygiene. If you have any questions or would like to schedule a cleaning and exam, please call us at [phone]. Dr. [doctor_name] and our [practice_name] team in [city], [state], are here for your smile!

At VIP Smiles in Syracuse, Utah, we offer white tooth-colored fillings for our patients who need a dental restoration. These resin or composite fillings are amalgam and mercury-free for the oral health of our patients. Because we use Micro-Air Abrasion, we can remove tooth decay quickly, from 2-4 minutes instead of the 20-30 which traditional fillings require!

Dental fillings are created to withstand the ongoing pressures of biting and chewing, and with good oral care and maintenance, they can last 5-15 years, depending on their composition. Even so, fillings do wear down with time, or chip, crack, and even fall out and require replacing.

Leaking – dental fillings can sometimes leak, and when this happens, oral debris consisting of bacteria and food particles enter the area beneath the filling. Because you cannot clean this area, the bacteria will create further decay by producing acid from feeding on this debris. Because this can go on for a while before you notice it, regular dental checkups are important to catching this. During a checkup our dedicated dentists, Drs. Shad, Richard, and Clive Ingram are able to detect if this is happening even before symptoms manifest.

Cracking – over time cracks can develop in fillings, even from biting down, particularly if the filling is higher than the tooth’s surface. Cracks can also develop around the edges of the filling and can be fixed instead of replaced, depending on the size and depth of the crack. And if you grind your teeth while you sleep you can wear down fillings prematurely.

Losing a filling – fillings can be lost for various reasons. You might accidentally bite down too hard on something, or the filling might not have been strong enough for the tooth it was originally placed on, or if the tooth didn’t bond properly during initial placement because saliva entered the cavity during the restoration process. If you do end up losing a filling, it will require replacement to preserve the tooth.

At VIP Smiles in Syracuse, Utah, we are happy to offer our patients white tooth-colored fillings for a beautiful, healthy, natural looking smile. So, if it is time for your next dental checkup or if you are experiencing problems with a filling, you can reach our dedicated team by calling [phone] today.

Why would dental cleanings affect your body as well as your smile? Regular professional teeth cleanings work with your daily oral routine to maintain good oral health and resulting in a healthy smile. Preventing tooth decay and gum disease is an ongoing challenge that can be possible with healthy habits along with regular professional dental cleanings.

Daily brushing and flossing removes bacteria in the mouth (along with food particles left behind after eating) and is the foundation for healthy teeth and gums. Oral debris can form into a sticky film called plaque if it is not constantly removed, and over time, hardens into tartar, or calculus, which can only be scraped off with special scaling instruments used by your dentist.

Regular professional dental cleanings can also help prevent disease in the body too. Studies have found that people with moderate or advanced gum disease are more likely to have heart disease and stroke than those who have healthy gums. Additionally, people with diabetes are more likely to have gum disease or other problems in the mouth. Bacteria in gum disease, known as porphyromonas gingivalis has been found in the brains of some people who also have dementia. There also appears to be a link between inflammation in the body, including poor dental health, along with dementia.

So having a healthy mouth is not just good for your teeth and gums, it is good for your overall health too. Our team is happy to help keep you free from tooth decay and gum disease, resulting in a healthier you!

To schedule a visit with one of our caring doctors, Dr. Clive Ingram or one of his sons, Dr. Rick and Dr. Shad, please call our dental team in [city], [state] at [phone] today.

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