The term ‘root canal treatment’ involves the cleaning and shaping of the canals inside a tooth’s root. A root canal is used to describe the natural cavity that lies within the centre of the tooth. There is the pulp which is the soft tissue within the root canal. The pulp within a tooth consists of […]
Year: 2019
Common Dental Emergencies and First Aid
Most people have experienced dental emergencies at some point and the pain can be severe. Before you can see a dentist, it is still good for the patient or family to provide a bit of help. What are some of the first aid measures you can render before booking with a dentist? Some of the […]
How Baby Teeth Erupt and Fall Out
Every child undergoes a phase of growth where their first teeth, also called baby teeth or milk teeth, erupt and fall out within a few years. This is an important dental milestone for every child that should excite both the child and the parents. In fact, most cultures around the world have folklore and traditions […]
What Periodontists Do for Patients
Although the mouth seems like a minor part of the body, it is a very vital part for your overall health and well being. In fact, its significance can be noticed in the fact that there are quite a number of unique doctors that specialized on areas in and around the mouth; such doctors include […]