While dental fillings are intended to last for many years, most have a finite lifespan. This is especially true of large dental fillings or repairs that are made to the biting surface of a tooth. As the dental filling ages, the once firm bond between it and the surrounding tooth enamel can start to weaken…. Read more »
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A Tooth Lost to Oral Trauma Can Often Be Restored by a Dental Implant
Suffering a blow to the face, dental accident or other severe oral trauma can sometimes knock a tooth out of its socket. In some cases, Dr. can treat the tooth with a root canal. In an extreme case where the root or socket of the tooth has been severely compromised, Dr. might recommend completely extracting… Read more »
