Salt Run Family Dentistry Blog

Do you find yourself trembling at the thought of undergoing a root canal therapy? Millions of knees probably start to quiver by just simply hearing the term “root canal.” Often, people associate the procedure with intense, excruciating pain. But in reality, it is not the treatment itself that is painful – it is a severe toothache that shouts for a root canal therapy instead.

A root canal therapy is provided by many dental offices today, including us at Salt Run Family Dentistry. The procedure involves three steps: preparation, cleaning, and polishing. Your Salt Run Family Dentistry dentist will apply a local anesthetic to the site where the root canal therapy is necessary for the patient to feel more calm and comfortable while on the dental chair. To get the infected tooth ready to be cleaned, the dentist will first create a tiny hole that will serve as an entryway. Next, the affected stuff found in the canals such as the pulp and other infected structures will then be removed. Finally, fillings will be placed into the hollow tooth. In some cases, the dentist will use a crown to avoid further reinfection. (more…)

When talking about styles, extravagant fabrics, fancy dresses, and pieces of jewelry usually pop up to the people’s mind. Fashion is interesting! However, let’s not just focus on the outer appearance. Giving greater importance to the canvas, the inner self, before beautifying it on the outside is far better.

Part of taking care of one’s self is implementing the right hygiene to the body including the mouth. Since dental health is the key to maintain overall well-being, it is necessary to pay much attention to it. Cleanings & Checkups at Salt Run Family Dentistry must be done to ensure that the teeth are thoroughly cleaned and the entire mouth as well. During the procedure, the dental professionals will also check if there are any signs of potential oral diseases that might intervene in our patients’ healthy smiles. (more…)

Having an unpleasant smell from the mouth is distracting. It affects one’s self-esteem. Ever seen of a person covering the mouth while talking? Sometimes it could be understandable while some might find it irritating and awkward. Halitosis, if not cured, will continue to drop one’s confidence and well-being.

Salt Run Family Dentistry offers Halitosis Treatment for patients who want to put an end to bad breath. There are specific factors why one suffers from halitosis. It might be due to poor oral hygiene and diet, or an unhealthy lifestyle and other health conditions. Whatever the culprit may be, Salt Run Family Dentistry can ensure effective and reliable treatment for all patients. This condition can sometimes be the cause of bacteria build-up from uneliminated food debris in the areas of the mouth. To aid this, we perform a deep cleaning procedure to guarantee a clean, healthy mouth and fresher breath for our patients! (more…)

Crowns are considered as a symbolic headwear worn by deities or monarchs that signifies power, triumph, and more. In dentistry, there are also Crowns, but they are worn over a tooth to strengthen and protect it from further damage. They are used as a dental restoration procedure for teeth that are too damaged for a direct filling or inlays and onlays.

Dental Crowns are made to resemble a tooth, but several materials can be used for its creation such as Porcelain, Porcelain Fused to Metal (PMF), Base Metal Alloy, and even Gold. They are used to preserve a tooth from further damage to prevent the need for extraction as much as possible.

At Salt Run Family Dentistry, we provide only the best treatments available for the restoration, prevention, and maintenance of the overall dental health. Our experts are efficient in providing the necessary treatments urgently to prevent the condition from worsening that can result in intensive procedures. (more…)