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In March of 2007, the death of a 12-year-old Maryland boy made national headlines. What resulted in his tragic passing? An untreated tooth infection. While deaths resulting from dental problems are relatively rare, it is still important to be aware of the possibility. Read on below to learn how tooth infections can prove to be fatal and what you can do to protect yourself.

If you get a little nervous when it is time for you to undergo dental procedures, you might be a candidate for sedation. There are several forms of sedation, but one of the most common is nitrous oxide, which is otherwise known as laughing gas. It may be just what you need to breeze through your next appointment! Read on below to learn some basic facts about this type of sedation.

Your dentist wants to help you retain all of your natural teeth for a lifetime. Unfortunately, though, that isn’t always possible. In some cases, it is necessary to remove one or more teeth. If a tooth extraction is ever recommended for you, you can be confident that the procedure will be beneficial. Let’s talk about just a few of the advantages you can enjoy following this treatment.

The removal of the wisdom teeth is often considered a sort of rite of passage for young adults. However, not everyone goes through this surgery. Some individuals choose to keep their third molars because they are not currently posing a threat to their oral health. Other people never develop wisdom teeth! Why is that the case, and how can you tell if you have wisdom teeth? Let’s talk about this important topic.

If dental procedures make you a little (or very) nervous, you may have thought about asking your dentist if sedation is right for you. Certainly, sedation has the potential to make it much easier for you to get through your procedures, whether you are undergoing a routine treatment or a complex oral surgery. Still, you may want to know more before you talk to your dental team about this provision. Below, you will find answers to some frequently asked questions about sedation dentistry.

All-on-4 dental implants can replace an entire arch of lost teeth with as few as four dental implants. This efficient, streamlined treatment is one of the most cost-effective ways to restore a smile. However, it does require a surgery. What can you expect while you are on the mend from your procedure? Here is a brief guide to All-on-4 recovery:

Dental implants are successful in more than 95% of cases. However, in rare instances, they can fail, perhaps due to infection, trauma, or other unfortunate circumstances. If one of yours is no longer functioning as it should, your dentist or oral surgeon may determine that removing the failed implant is the best course of action. Let’s discuss what you can expect from this procedure.

Some discomfort is normal after wisdom tooth extractions. Swelling and soreness can make it difficult to get high-quality shuteye! However, it is important that you take some time to relax so your body can focus its energy on helping you heal. Here are some practical tips for sleeping after wisdom tooth extractions:

During the COVID-19 pandemic, many plastic surgeons, cosmetic dentists, and other medical professionals have seen a sharp rise in the number of people requesting BOTOX injections. That might seem strange, especially since the pandemic has decreased the amount of time that most people spend with others, so appearance may seem less important. However, looking good is never a bad idea — and there are some solid reasons why BOTOX is booming at the same time as the coronavirus.

For millions of people, coffee is part of their daily routine. If that is true of you, and you have an upcoming appointment for a tooth extraction, you might wonder if your procedure will affect your ability to enjoy your favorite caffeinated beverage. Sadly, you will have to abstain from coffee for a few days during your recovery. Let’s talk about why that is so important.