What Happens If You Get a Root Canal and Not a Crown?
You’ve finally finished your root canal treatment. The pain that kept you awake at night is gone, you can chew comfortably again, and it feels like the problem is behind you. Then your dental professional says there’s one more step. You need a crown. If your first thought is, “Do I really need it?”, you’re […]
Can I Eat and Drink After a Root Canal?
A root canal is often a huge relief. The constant toothache is finally dealt with, the infected pulp has been removed, and you’re looking forward to getting back to normal. Then, as soon as you leave the dental clinic, a practical question pops into your head: Can I eat and drink after a root canal, […]
Can I Get Invisalign With a Root Canal?
If you’ve already had a root canal and are thinking about straightening your teeth with Invisalign, it’s completely normal to have questions. You may have spent time, money, and effort saving a damaged tooth, so the last thing you want is to risk undoing that treatment. Many people worry that a root canal treated tooth […]
Can Braces Cause Gum Bleeding?
Seeing blood around your braces when you brush can be worrying. You might wonder whether the braces are damaging your gums or whether something is going wrong with your treatment. Braces don’t usually make healthy gums bleed directly. However, brackets and wires can make brushing and cleaning between your teeth more challenging. Food and plaque […]
Can Clenching Teeth Cause Swollen Gums?
You wake up in the morning and notice your jaw feels tight. While brushing your teeth, an area around one tooth may also feel sore or tender. If you know that you clench or grind your teeth, you might wonder whether this is causing your gums to swell. Clenching and grinding can place significant forces […]
Can Gum Disease Cause a Sore Throat?
If your gums are swollen, bleeding or sore and you’ve also developed a sore throat, it’s natural to wonder whether the two are connected. Could a problem in your mouth be contributing to your throat symptoms, or are you dealing with two unrelated conditions at the same time? Gum disease doesn’t usually directly cause a […]
Can Gum Disease Cause Ulcers?
If you’ve noticed a painful ulcer around your gums while also dealing with swollen or bleeding gums, it’s easy to assume the two must be connected. You might be wondering whether gum disease caused the ulcer, whether it means your gum problem is getting worse, or whether the sore has another explanation. Gum disease doesn’t […]
Can a Cavity Cause Bleeding?
Seeing blood around a tooth with a cavity can be unsettling. You might immediately wonder whether the decay has reached the nerve or whether the tooth is becoming infected. A cavity doesn’t usually bleed in the same way that gum tissue does. If you notice blood around a decayed tooth, the bleeding may be coming […]
Can a Tooth Get Infected Years After a Root Canal?
If a tooth that had root canal treatment years ago starts hurting or feeling different, you might wonder how that is possible. After all, root canal treatment removes infected or damaged pulp tissue from inside the tooth, and the root canals are cleaned, disinfected, filled and sealed. However, having root canal treatment doesn’t mean that […]
Can Alcohol Cause Gum Inflammation?
If your gums have recently become red, swollen or tender, you might be wondering whether alcohol is contributing. Perhaps you’ve noticed your mouth feels unusually dry after drinking, or you’ve become more aware of bleeding or irritation around your gums. Alcohol consumption can be associated with factors that may affect oral and gum health, particularly […]