St. James Dental Group: Recent Episodes
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When a tooth has been damaged to the point that we cannot save it by doing a root canal which is the last resort for saving a tooth, then extraction is needed.
http://www.dentistcudahyca.com/services/extractions/
Root canal therapy: A root canal is a last resort to save a tooth that’s severely decayed or even infected.
http://www.dentistcudahyca.com/services/endodontics/
We place special priority with all your emergency dental needs. We will make every attempt to see you the same day and relieve you of any pain and discomfort.
http://www.dentistcudahyca.com/services/emergency-services/
Invisalign is an invisible way of straightening your teeth without the use of painful and noticeable traditional braces.
http://www.dentistcudahyca.com/services/invisalign/
At St James Dental Group, our team of doctors and staff have many years of experience working with children of all ages.
http://www.dentistcudahyca.com/services/childrens-dentistry/
Periodontal disease, also known as gum disease or gum infection, is the most common disease in adults caused by an overgrowth of bacteria in your mouth that doesn’t get treated properly.
http://www.dentistcudahyca.com/services/periodontalgum-disease/
Adults and children who grind and or clench their teeth at night should have a custom night guard made to prevent tooth damage. Most people are not aware of their bruxism (grinding).
http://www.dentistcudahyca.com/services/restorative-services/night-guards-and-sports-guards/
Complete and partial cosmetic dentures serve as a removable replacement for missing teeth, depending on how many teeth need to be replaced.
http://www.dentistcudahyca.com/services/restorative-services/partial-and-complete-dentures/
Composite dental fillings (tooth colored fillings), also referred to as white fillings, are designed to blend in with the natural shade of your teeth.
http://www.dentistcudahyca.com/services/restorative-services/tooth-colored-composite-fillings/
Everyone wants beautiful, healthy white teeth. One of the fastest methods to improve the appearance of your teeth is professional teeth whitening. It’s perfect for patients with tooth discolorations caused by coffee, tea, tobacco, colas, red wine, aging and antibiotics.
http://www.dentistcudahyca.com/services/cosmetic-services/teeth-whitening/
Porcelain bridges resemble natural teeth and are designed to take the place of areas where there are gaps between teeth.
http://www.dentistcudahyca.com/bridges/
When a tooth is fractured, has a large old filling, or is severely damaged due to decay, or after a root canal, your dentist may recommend placement of a crown.
http://www.dentistcudahyca.com/services/cosmetic-services/crowns/
Porcelain veneers are custom thin shells of ceramic material bonded on to teeth to create straight teeth without the use of braces.
http://www.dentistcudahyca.com/services/cosmetic-services/porcelain-veneers/
One of the greatest advances in dentistry has been digital radiography or digital X-rays. Digital radiography is a type of X-ray imaging, in which digital X-ray sensors are used rather than usual photographic film.
http://www.dentistcudahyca.com/digital-x-rays-digital-radiography/
As with most serious illnesses, early detection is the key to be able to successfully benefits. Unfortunately, the issue with mouth cancer is that approximately 70% of the time it is not diagnosed at its early stages. Even if your dentist does a visual oral cancer screening, they can miss the early stages as well. ViziLite Plus technology aids our dental care professionals in seeing irregular tissue within the mouth, prior to it being visually clear.
Bad breath, also known as halitosis, is breath that has an unpleasant odor. This odor can strike periodically or be persistent, depending on the cause.
http://www.dentistcudahyca.com/what-causes-my-bad-breath/
Cosmetic dentistry: What’s in a smile? More than you realize! Your pearly whites (or not-so-pearly whites) allow you to express your emotions, whether revealed in a smile or flashed in a laugh.
http://www.dentistcudahyca.com/could-cosmetic-dentistry-change-your-life/
A new study by Columbia University’s College of Dental Medicine shows that periodontal or gum disease is an early indication of diabetes.
http://www.dentistcudahyca.com/can-your-dentist-tell-you-if-you-have-diabetes/
Did you know that oral health can offer clues about your overall health? According to health experts, oral healthcare is much more than just maintaining that beautiful smile, as many serious diseases are associated with poor oral hygiene.
http://www.dentistcudahyca.com/oral-health-linked-to-systemic-diseases/
Many people have “fear of the dentist” when it is time to visit their dentist. Often, the worry of pain or discomfort is the first thing that comes to mind. Kids have anxiety of their own and if they don’t understand what is about to happen, their fear will grow into a full panic.
http://www.dentistcudahyca.com/children-and-fear-of-the-dentist/
A fear of the dentist is common. Millions of people suffer from dental phobia. Study show numbers as high as 25% of the population of North America suffers from fear of the dentist.
http://www.dentistcudahyca.com/how-to-overcome-your-fear-of-the-dentist/
What is self-image? Self-image is mainly how you see yourself and how you believe others see you. What is self-esteem? Self-esteem is how you feel about yourself.
http://www.dentistcudahyca.com/can-poor-self-image-result-in-low-self-esteem/
Oral cancer screening is a routine part of a dental examination. Regular check-ups, including an examination of the entire mouth, are essential in the early detection of cancerous and pre-cancerous conditions.
http://www.dentistcudahyca.com/what-is-oral-cancer-screening/
According to studies, the bacteria that cause cavities can be transmitted from one person to another. Sugar, candies, and sweets are usually blamed for rotten teeth, but the real culprits are bacteria, called Streptococcus mutans, which are contagious.
http://www.dentistcudahyca.com/are-cavities-contagious/
Teeth whitening done correctly is safe. As long as you follow the directions given to you by your dentist if you are doing professional teeth whitening or follow the direction on the over-the-counter products, you usually don’t have any side effect except teeth sensitivity.
http://www.dentistcudahyca.com/teeth-whitening-is-it-safe/
There are several different ways to have your teeth whitened. With all types of bleaching procedures, the degree of whiteness will vary from individual to individual depending on the condition of the teeth, nature of the stain, the concentration of the bleach and the duration of time and bleaching system used.
http://www.dentistcudahyca.com/teeth-whitening-do-all-types-of-teeth-whitening-work/
Tooth fillings are very essential to conserve your tooth from decay destroying it. If teeth are not protected from caries, they will be get to the nerve and lead to needing a root canal.
http://www.dentistcudahyca.com/silver-fillings-vs-tooth-colored-fillings/
As adults, we all know that cigarette or tobacco smoking is hazardous to our body’s health. But do we really know how smoking and oral health come hand in hand?
http://www.dentistcudahyca.com/danger-signs-smoking-and-oral-health/
Dental sealants are protective covering of the teeth to keep it from bacterial attacks which in turn cause cavities. Mostly, it is applied to children with permanent teeth which have just erupted.
http://www.dentistcudahyca.com/dental-sealants-protecting-your-teeth-from-bacterial-attacks/
As parents, you love to see the first appearance of your child’s first baby teeth. Seeing the first pearly white erupt out of the gums makes you so excited. Witnessing the early milestones of your children’s development makes you confident that he or she is going to be a normal and healthy kid.
http://www.dentistcudahyca.com/dental-care-and-baby-teeth-why-baby-teeth-matter/
Your oral health is important in having a good disposition in life. You can get a lot of discomfort if you have one or more problems in your mouth.
http://www.dentistcudahyca.com/dry-mouth-a-complex-oral-problem/
Fluoride is known to have beneficial effects to your teeth. It protects the enamel from the corroding effect of toxins excreted bacterial activities.
http://www.dentistcudahyca.com/the-truth-about-fluoride-what-it-does-to-your-dental-health/
Burning mouth syndrome or BMS is a sensation in the mouth that feels like you just have been scalded with hot water. Together with this uneasy feeling, dryness and alteration in tastes can occur. The burning feeling can be localized in one area or all throughout the mouth. The feeling of discomfort may cause anxiety and depression. Women at age when they get to menopause are most common people with this syndrome. The cause of burning mouth syndrome is usually hard to determine.