School is in session and many sports have already begun. Although child and high school sports aren’t the most competitive in the world, they can be risky. Besides regular injuries, children and teens are at the highest risk for dental injuries during contact sports. Find out why this happens and what you can do to
Read more →Do you often get sensitive teeth when they come in contact with cold air or cold foods and drinks? As we head into fall and winter, more people get sensitive teeth with the changing of the seasons. However, sensitive teeth can also happen depending on the foods and drinks you are choosing, how well you
Read more →Let’s face it, at some point or another you, or someone you love, is going to be faced with a dental emergency. Knowing what to do can help you stay calm in a stressful situation. Read on to learn what to do and when to do it! Knocked Out Permanent Tooth Knocked out teeth
Read more →There’s nothing worse than an achy, throbbing tooth. If you’re experiencing this type of pain, start with a few at-home remedies designed to treat infections and reduce inflammation. These may be enough to solve the problem and alleviate your pain. Just remember—you should never use aspirin on an aching tooth, and if your symptoms last
Read more →Do you have plans to travel for the holidays? You expect to have a wonderful time with family and friends, but what if you develop a toothache or lose a filling while away from home? Follow this advice from Dr. Evanson for handling dental emergencies while traveling for the holidays. Preventing Dental Emergencies While Traveling
Read more →Playing sports and horsing around at recess is all in good fun, but if your child knocks out a tooth, you suddenly have a dental emergency on your hands. Learn what you should do to increase the chances of saving the tooth and what to expect from your dentist. Act Fast When Your Child Knocks
Read more →Teeth are durable, but they’re not indestructible. In fact, chewing on hard objects or grinding your teeth can cause painful cracking. The type of treatment you pursue, and whether tooth extraction is necessary, depends on the type, location, and extent of the crack. If you suspect a cracked tooth, learn more about your condition here.
Read more →If your jaw is swollen, it may feel larger than normal or develop a visible lump. The swelling is typically caused by fluid accumulating in the skin above the jaws or inflammation of the jaws themselves. Mild jaw swelling may heal on its own. In the meantime you can reduce the pain with over-the-counter medication
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