Fairfax Dental Group Blog

When you’re dealing with a severely damaged or infected tooth, your dentist may present you with two options: a root canal or a tooth extraction. While both treatments aim to alleviate pain and prevent further complications, they take very different approaches. So how do you decide which one is better? The answer often depends on the condition of the tooth, your overall dental health, and your long-term goals.

Let’s break down the pros and cons of each to help you make an informed decision.

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Today’s dental bridges can last a long while, assuming they get good care. They’ve even been known to work for up to fifteen years or so. That said, these restorations can stop working early if you aren’t careful. As for what causes a dental bridge to fail in such a way, your Fairfax dentist has the scoop. Just keep reading to discover the common causes of dental bridge failure and learn how to avoid them.

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Tooth loss is a common oral health problem that can lead to serious consequences such as oral infections, trouble eating and speaking, gum injuries, and the loss of more teeth. Thankfully, dentists have developed a number of devices that can complete compromised smiles with beautiful and functional restorations. Here’s a brief guide to how dental bridges work, how long they can last, and how to keep your appliance in great shape for as long as possible.

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While root canals have a rough reputation, it is quite unwarranted. This procedure is rendered completely painless with anesthetic treatment, and it can bring a swift end to an agonizing toothache and protect the troubled tooth from further infection. While endodontists specialize in this important treatment, emergency dentists are also qualified and equipped to administer it safely and effectively. Here’s why your emergency dentist is quite capable of performing this crucial procedure.

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When most people think of Invisalign, they picture the iconic, clear plastic aligners that are used to straighten teeth – and this solution is often viewed in a much more positive and exciting light compared to traditional metal braces. However, what most patients don’t realize is that Invisalign is capable of doing far more than addressing crooked teeth. Continue reading to learn a little more about Invisalign and some of its lesser-known benefits; it can do quite a lot for your pearly whites!

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Dental veneers are known for creating Hollywood smiles, and many patients love these dental cosmetics. You’re considering getting them for your own teeth, but are worried about one little rumor you heard: do dental veneers make your teeth more sensitive? That doesn’t sound comfortable at all!

Fortunately, this rumor is based on a misunderstanding about how veneers work. Keep reading to learn more.

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Your smile is one of the first things that people notice about you, and if your teeth appear more yellow or brown than pearly white, you might not make a good impression. Fortunately, your dentist has multiple cosmetic solutions that can brighten your grin, like providing professional teeth whitening or placing veneers.

But how do you know which method is the best one to help you reduce stains to achieve the perfect shade? Continue reading to learn more about both options so you can make an informed decision regarding upgrading your grin!

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Since dental implants are extremely popular, you might already know quite a bit about them, including that they are custom-made for each patient to ensure they look and feel just like the real thing. That said, there are some facts about this state-of-the-art tooth-replacement solution that are often overlooked. Here are five examples!

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If you’re planning on whitening your teeth in anticipation of an upcoming special event, you may be wondering when the best time is to get started. The truth is, it depends on many factors, including how discolored your teeth are, and which method of whitening you’ll be using. Here’s a general idea of when to begin treatment based on each method.

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Many experts consider dental implants the ideal way to replace missing teeth because of their unique benefits. Of all the options, they’re the only ones embedded into your jawbone, giving them increased strength and stability.

These prosthetics are also incredibly durable and can potentially last 25+ years if cared for correctly, but that doesn’t make them invincible. If you suffer from bruxism, or chronic teeth grinding, you might wonder whether your condition could harm dental implants. Continue reading to learn more about why you can set your concerns aside!

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