Dentistry Articles

Do You Need an Emergency Tooth Extraction? Signs to Watch For

A sudden toothache can quickly go from uncomfortable to unbearable. While some dental discomfort can wait until a routine appointment, certain symptoms may need immediate attention and require an emergency tooth extraction if the tooth is beyond repair. Knowing when complications with a tooth constitute an emergency can help prevent the spread of infection, reduce

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FDA Updates Recommendations on Safety of Amalgam Fillings

If you’ve ever wondered whether amalgam dental fillings are still safe or effective, you’re not alone. Many patients ask about silver fillings vs. composite fillings and which option is best for their smile. FDA recently updated it’s recommendations about silver dental fillings, also called dental amalgams.  These fillings contain approximately mercury, which the FDA warns

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Dentistry is “Essential Health Care”

A new interim policy from the American Dental Association (ADA) states dentistry is an “essential health care service” , reaffirming that oral health has long been recognized as an integral part of overall health. Because they consider dentistry an “essential health care service,” that means that even during a pandemic, routine and preventative care is

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